subscription - Master This Word
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subscription Word Meanings
- the action of agreeing to receive something regularly
- a payment to support a service or publication
- an arrangement to receive goods or services periodically
subscription Example Sentences
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subscription Phonetic & Pronunciation
UK
/səbˈskrɪpʃ(ə)n/
US
/səbˈskrɪpʃən/
subscription Word Etymology
sub- = under + scribe = to write. Originated from Latin 'subscriptio' through Old French 'subscription' into English. Imagine signing your name under a list of benefits, showing commitment.
Note 1: These definitions and etymologies are not standard dictionary definitions, but extended explanations provided to help with memorization and understanding of the actual application of words. Through this background information, we strive to make words more vivid and easier to understand, and help you remember their meanings in real life.
Note 2: LexiTalk designs the learning flow around the linguistics principle of “Comprehensible Input.” When learners encounter material that is slightly above their level but still understandable from context, the brain naturally absorbs the language. That’s why we keep every word inside authentic contexts, using examples and associations to help you understand it and use it flexibly.
Read the FAQ explanation of Comprehensible InputEnglish Brain Route
I hold the edge of the screen and move a finger across the options. I push a checkbox, adjust the amount, and watch the page shift as I decide. The moment of choice has a tactile rhythm, a small turn toward something I want to receive regularly. I set up the subscription and keep the pace of monthly deliveries steady.
Real Context
Subscription refers to an arrangement where you agree to receive a product or service on a regular basis, such as a magazine, streaming plan, or software license. It often involves paying a fixed fee at set intervals and keeping the service active until you cancel. The word can describe either the act of agreeing to receive regularly (to subscribe) or the ongoing payments that support the service. Common collocations include subscription service, cancel a subscription, monthly subscription, annual subscription, and free trial with a paid subscription. When you subscribe, you typically provide billing details and choose a plan, then you may adjust, pause, or end the subscription as needed.
Usage Reminders
- - Know the two senses: the act of subscribing and the ongoing payments.
- - Use subscribe for the action and subscription for the plan or payments.
- - Common pairs: subscription service, cancel a subscription, monthly/annual subscription.
- - Watch for billing cycles and trial periods.
- - Don’t confuse with 'membership' or 'purchase' when talking about ongoing access.
Common Misconceptions
- subscription always means monthly payments
- subscription is the same as membership
- you only subscribe to physical goods
- cancelling a subscription stops the service immediately
- subscription is a one-time purchase
Thinking Differences
In English, subscription is a formal noun that covers both the agreement to receive regularly and the ongoing payments; learners often confuse it with membership or a one-time purchase.
Learning Tips
- Practice both senses (agreement to receive vs. ongoing payments).
- Learn key collocations: subscription service, cancel a subscription, monthly/annual subscription.
- Distinguish subscribe (verb) from subscription (noun).
- Check billing cycles and trial terms when you subscribe.
- Compare with related terms: membership, lease, and purchase.
- Read service terms to see when a subscription auto-renews.
5-Step Learning Method - Learn English in English
Step 1: Meaning
What is the meaning of the word 'subscription'?
A.A writing tool
B.A gardening method
C.A cooking technique
D.A payment plan
Step 2: Usage
In which sentence is the word 'subscription' used correctly?
A.I watered my plants with a subscription.
B.She painted her room with a subscription.
C.I canceled my gym subscription last month.
D.He fixed his car with a subscription.
Step 3: Similar Words
Which of the following is a synonym for 'subscription'?
A.Denial
B.Release
C.License
D.Approval
Step 4: Opposite Words
What is the opposite of 'subscription'?
A.Membership
B.Renewal
C.Benefit
D.Cancellation
Step 5: Mastery
How is the concept of 'subscription' applied in real-life?
A.Learning a new dance routine
B.Planting flowers in a garden
C.Subscribing to a magazine for monthly issues
D.Playing a musical instrument
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