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Translation of 'Card' in English

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card
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card (1), noun, verb.
card
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card (2), noun, verb.
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Ex. There was no question in Western capitals that the Russians had many more cards up their sleeves (New York Times).' title='expr. card up one's sleeve, a plan in reserve; extra help kept back until needed.
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card
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expr. cards,
a. a game or games played with a pack of playing cards.
b. playing such games.
Ex. Many of the people at the party were busy at cards.
card
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expr. give cards and spades, (U.S. Informal.) to give or concede a generous advantage (in allusion to the scoring in cassino).
Ex. The calentura [a tropical fever] can give cards and spades to yellow fever in the game of death (New York World).
card
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expr. hold all the cards, to have complete control (over).
Ex. Ask [him] about politics; he holds all the cards (New Yorker).
card
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expr. in (or on) the cards, likely to happen; possible.
Ex. It was on the cards [that] Ireland should not belong to France (John Stuart Mill).
card
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Ex. Let them [writers] actually lay their cards on the table, so that critics, reviewers, and other serious students of literature can ' title='expr. lay (or put) one's cards on the table, to show what one has or can do; be perfectly frank about something.
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card
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expr. pack cards with, (Archaic.) to make a cheating arrangement with.
Ex. The poor King tried ... to pack cards with fortune (Justin H. McCarthy).
card
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Ex. If you play your cards well, the old man will leave you all his money.' title='expr. play one's cards, to deal or act in a calculating manner to gain an end.
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card
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expr. play the ______card, to use a (specified) tactic to gain an advantage.
Ex. He plays the human rights card by noting that violators such as Argentina ... and Ethiopia were recipients of some $600 millions (Manchester Guardian Weekly).
card
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Ex. He was a hard-boiled guy, and he had learned his lesson ... He wasn't going to show his cards to nobody again (James T. Farrell).' title='expr. show one's cards, to reveal one's plans.
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card
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expr. speak by the card, to speak precisely.
Ex. I speak by the card in order to avoid entanglement of words (Benjamin Jowett).
card
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expr. stack the cards, to arrange secretly or unfairly.
Ex. In purely economic terms the cards are now stacked heavily in the companies' favor (Manchester Guardian Weekly). The way the cards are stacked against a young fellow today, I can't say I a
card
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expr. sure (or safe, likely, etc.) card,
a. a certainty or likelihood.
Ex. We have one sure card, which is to carry him before Justice Frolick (Henry Fielding).
b. a person whose action, or the use of whose name, will ensure success.
card
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Ex. He ... threw up his cards and foreswore his game for that time and always (Thomas Hardy).' title='expr. throw up one's cards, to give up.
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card
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noun carder.
card
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noun 1. a flat piece of stiff paper, thin cardboard, or plastic, usually small and rectangular. A card is designed to have written or printed matter on it.
Ex. a postal card, a membership card.
2a. a piece of cardboard or paper, often folded
card
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noun 1a. a toothed tool or wire brush used to separate, clean, and straighten the fibers of wool, cotton, flax, or the like, before spinning.
b. carding machine.
2. a wire brush used to clean the grooves of a metal file.
3. a similar
card
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v.t. to clean or comb with such a tool or wire brush, or in a carding machine.
Ex. to card wool for spinning.

Word 'Card' in Other Languages

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Card

Part of Speech

Noun, Verb

Pronunciation

/kɑːrd/ (American English), /kɑːd/ (British English)

Definitions

A small, flat, rectangular piece of material (often paper, plastic, or cardboard) used for various purposes, such as identification, business transactions, games, or communication.
A piece of paper or cardboard used in a set for playing games, especially with suits and numbers (e.g., playing cards, greeting cards).
A printed or laminated piece used for storing information, such as credit cards, business cards, or ID cards.
(verb) To engage in or play a game with cards, especially playing cards.

Usage Examples

He handed her his business card at the meeting.
She received a birthday card in the mail.
They played a game of cards after dinner.
She decided to card the players' details for the tournament.

Etymology

The word "card" originates from the Old French word "carte," meaning a map or paper, which in turn comes from the Latin "charta," meaning a piece of papyrus or paper. Over time, the meaning evolved to refer to the rectangular, flat piece of material used for various purposes, including games, identification, and communication.

Synonyms

Ticket
Pass
Cardboard
Slip
Voucher

Antonyms

Digital
Electronic
Virtual

Translations

Language	Translation	Pronunciation
Spanish	Tarjeta	/tarˈxeta/
French	Carte	/kaʁt/
German	Karte	/ˈkaʁtə/
Hindi	कार्ड	/kāṛḍ/
Chinese	卡片	/kǎ piàn/
Japanese	カード	/kādo/
Russian	Карта	/ˈkartə/
Arabic	بطاقة	/biṭāqa/
Portuguese	Cartão	/kaʁˈtãw/
Italian	Carta	/ˈkarta/
Telugu	కార్డ్	/kāṛḍ/
Tamil	கார்டு	/kāṛṭu/
Swahili	Kadi	/kadi/
Malay	Kad	/kad/
Finnish	Kortti	/ˈkortːi/
Dutch	Kaart	/kaːrt/
Swedish	Kort	/kʊʂt/
Polish	Karta	/ˈkarta/
Vietnamese	Thẻ	/tʰɛː/

Regional Pronunciation Variations

In American English, the "r" in "card" is pronounced more strongly than in British English.
In some Southern American accents, "card" may sound like "cahd" or "cahd."

Historical Usage

The term "card" has evolved over centuries, originally referring to pieces of material used for writing or marking. In the 15th century, cards were used for playing games, and by the 20th century, the widespread use of cards for identification, payment, and information storage became common. Cards such as business cards, credit cards, and membership cards became integral in both social and economic exchanges.

Cultural Nuances

In many cultures, cards hold symbolic meaning. For example, playing cards are associated with fortune, strategy, and skill, while greeting cards are a traditional method of conveying goodwill during holidays and special occasions. Business cards, meanwhile, play a significant role in networking and formal introductions, particularly in Asian cultures, where the exchange of business cards is done with great respect and formality.

More Information

The word "card" is used in numerous contexts, from identification cards to playing cards, and from digital cards used in online transactions to membership cards for clubs and organizations. It symbolizes both practical functions (such as credit cards) and more personal, cultural practices (like greeting cards). Over time, cards have evolved from simple paper objects to advanced technological tools, such as chip cards and virtual cards, reflecting advancements in technology and society.