control
word
/kənˈtɹoʊɫ/
kuhn-TROHL
/kəntɹˈəʊl/
kuhn-TROHL
Definition
To have power over something or someone, or to make something work in a certain way. It can also mean the ability to direct or limit actions or feelings.
Usage & Nuances
As a noun, 'control' refers to authority or management. As a verb, it's often used with objects ('control the TV', 'control your temper'). Common in phrases like 'in control', 'under control', and 'lose control'. Sometimes confused with 'check' or 'manage', which can be less strong.
Spanish: controlar - controlPortuguese (BR): controlar - controlePortuguese (PT): controlar - controloChinese (Simplified): 控制 - 管理 (管理、掌控)Chinese (Traditional): 控制 - 管理 (管理、掌控)Hindi: नियंत्रणArabic: سيطرة - تحكمBengali: নিয়ন্ত্রণRussian: контролировать - контрольJapanese: コントロール - 制御Vietnamese: kiểm soátKorean: 통제 - 조절Turkish: kontrolUrdu: کنٹرولIndonesian: mengendalikan - kendali
Example Sentences
He tried to control the dog in the park.
basic
She lost control of her car on the wet road.
basic
You should control your anger.
basic
Who's really in control of this situation?
natural
I wish I could control how much I worry.
natural
With practice, you'll get your fear under control.
natural