quantum leap

Significat (Anglès)

Noun

1. The discontinuous change of the state of an electron in an atom or molecule from one energy level to another.
2. (figuratively) An abrupt, extreme change.
3. (figuratively, informal, nonstandard) A large, massive, significant change.

Verb

To manifest, to forward the reality of.

Conceptes

avanç

Sinònims

quantum jump

breakthrough

coup

penetration

Traduccions

Quantensprung

salto cuántico

descoberta

Durchbruch

grande avanço

avanço ou aumento repentinos

Salto quântico

avanço

saut quantique

Pronunciat com a (IPA)

/ˈkwɒntəm liːp/

Etimologia (Anglès)

Possibly calque of Danish kvantespring.