Vokabulare

Englisches Vokabelwörterbuch | Wortbedeutungen, Definitionen & Beispiele

chasten definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C2
/ˈtʃeɪ.sən/
惩罚 / 使屈服 (chéngfá / shǐ qūfú)

to correct or discipline; to humble or subdue

"The coach chastened the team after their poor performance."

"教练在他们的糟糕表现后惩罚了球队。" (Jiàoliàn zài tāmen de zāogāo biǎoxiàn hòu chéngfá le qiúduì.)
chattel definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈtʃæt.əl/
动产 / 个人财产 (dongchan / geren caichan)

a personal possession; historically, movable property including slaves

"In the past, slaves were considered the chattel of their owners."

"在过去,奴隶被视为他们主人的动产。" (Zai guoqu, nuli bei shi wei tamen zhuren de dongchan.)
cherubic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/tʃəˈruːbɪk/
天使般的 (tiānshǐ bān de)

Innocent, sweet, and angelic, like a cherub.

"The baby had a cherubic smile that melted everyone’s heart."

"宝宝的笑容如天使般甜美,融化了所有人的心。" (Bǎobǎo de xiàoróng rú tiānshǐ bān tiánměi, rónghuàle suǒyǒu rén de xīn.)
chevron definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈʃɛvrən/
V形符号 (V xíng fúhào)

A V-shaped pattern, often used in military insignia or design.

"The sergeant’s uniform displayed three chevrons on the sleeve."

"军士的制服上显示了三条雪佛龙标记。" (Jūnshì de zhìfú shàng xiǎnshìle sān tiáo xuěfó lóng biāojì.)
chiaroscuro definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/kiˌɑːrəˈskjʊəroʊ/
光与暗的戏剧性对比 (guang yu an de xiju xing duibi)

The use of strong contrasts between light and dark in art or literature to create a dramatic effect.

"The artist's painting used chiaroscuro to highlight the figure's face."

"艺术家的画作使用了基阿罗斯库罗来突出人物的面部。" (yishujia de huazu shiyong le ji'a luo si ku luo lai tu chu renwu de mianbu.)
chicanery definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ʃɪˈkeɪnəri/
欺诈 (qizha)

The use of trickery or deception to achieve a purpose.

"The politician was accused of chicanery to win the election."

"这位政治家因利用欺诈手段赢得选举而被指控。" (Zhe wei zhengzhijia yin liyong qipian shouduan yingde xuanchu er bei zhigong.)
chiffon definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ʃɪˈfɒn/
雪纺 (xuě fǎng)

A lightweight, sheer fabric often used in dresses or scarves.

"She wore a beautiful chiffon dress at the party."

"她在派对上穿了一件美丽的雪纺裙子。" (Tā zài pàiduì shàng chuānle yī jiàn měilì de xuě fǎng qúnzi.)
chimera definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/kaɪˈmɪərə/
奇美拉 (qímǐlā)

A mythical creature with parts from different animals; also used to mean a fanciful illusion or unattainable dream.

"The idea of a perfect society is often a chimera."

"完美社会的概念往往是一种幻想。" (Wánměi shèhuì de gàiniàn wǎngwǎng shì yī zhǒng huànxiǎng.)
chimerical definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/kaɪˈmɛrɪkəl/
空想的 (kongxiang de)

Imaginary, fanciful, or wildly unrealistic; existing only in the imagination.

"His chimerical plans for building a city on the moon fascinated the young engineers."

"他的空想计划在月球上建造一座城市让年轻工程师们着迷。" (Tā de kōngxiǎng jìhuà zài yuèqiú shàng jiànzào yī zuò chéngshì ràng niánqīng gōngchéngshīmen zháomí.)
noun C2
/ˈtʃaɪ.nə bɑːks/
月橘 (yue ju)

a small evergreen shrub with tiny white fragrant flowers

"The China box plant produced clusters of small white flowers."

"月橘植物开出了成簇的小白花。" (Yue ju zhi wu kai chu le cheng cu de xiao bai hua.)
noun C2
/ˈtʃaɪ.nə roʊz/
朱槿 (zhujin)

a tropical flowering plant with large, showy flowers in various colors

"The bright red China-rose flowers decorated the entrance of the house."

"鲜红的朱槿花装饰了房子的入口。" (Xian hong de zhujin hua zhuangshi le fangzi de rukou.)
chiromancy definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈkaɪrəˌmænsi/
掌纹学 (zhang wen xue)

The practice of predicting the future by interpreting the lines on the palms of hands; palmistry.

"The old woman practiced chiromancy and told fortunes for travelers."

"老妇人练习掌纹学并为旅行者预测未来。" (Lao furen lianxi zhangwenxue bing wei luxingzhe yuce weilai.)
noun C2
/kɪˈrɒpədɪst/
足病医生 (zú bìng yī shēng)

A healthcare professional who diagnoses and treats foot problems.

"The chiropodist treated her painful corns and calluses."

"足病医生治疗了她痛苦的鸡眼和老茧。" (Zú bìng yī shēng zhì liáo le tā tòng kǔ de jī yǎn hé lǎo jiǎn.)
choleric definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/ˈkɒlərɪk/
暴躁的 (baozuode)

Easily angered; irritable and hot-tempered.

"His choleric nature often got him into arguments."

"他那暴躁的脾气常常让他卷入争论。" (ta na baozuode piqi changchang rang ta juanru zhenglun)
chortle definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C2
/ˈtʃɔːrtl/
轻松愉快地笑 (qīngsōng yúkuài de xiào)

to laugh in a breathy, gleeful way

"The audience chortled at the comedian's witty remarks."

"观众听到喜剧演员的机智评论后发出咯咯的笑声。" (Guānzhòng tīngdào xǐjù yǎnyuán de jīzhì pínglùn hòu fāchū gēgē de xiàoshēng.)
christendom definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈkrɪsəndəm/
基督教世界 (jidu jiao shijie)

the worldwide body or community of Christians

"The news spread quickly across Christendom."

"新闻迅速传播到整个基督教世界。" (Xinwen xunsu chuánbò dào zhěnggè jīdūjiào shìjiè.)
chromatic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/krəˈmætɪk/
色彩的 (sècǎi de)

Relating to colors or, in music, notes outside the standard scale.

"The artist used a chromatic palette to create vibrant contrasts."

"艺术家使用了一个色彩丰富的调色板来创造生动的对比。" (Yìshùjiā shǐyòng le yī gè sècǎi fēngfù de tiáosè bǎn lái chuàngzào shēngdòng de duìbǐ.)
chronometer definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/krəˈnɒmɪtər/
计时器 (jishiqi)

An instrument for measuring time precisely, especially used in navigation.

"The sailor relied on the chronometer to determine his position at sea."

"水手依靠计时器来确定他在海上的位置。" (Shuǐshǒu yīkào jìshíqì lái quèdìng tā zài hǎishàng de wèizhì.)
churl definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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churl

noun C2
/tʃɜːrl/

A rude, boorish, or ill-mannered person.

"The waiter was such a churl that customers left unhappy."

churlish definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/ˈtʃɜːrlɪʃ/
粗鲁 (culu)

Rude in a mean-spirited and surly way.

"It would be churlish to refuse her kind invitation."

"拒绝她亲切的邀请将是粗鲁的。" (Jùjué tā qīnqiè de yāoqǐng jiāng shì cūlǔ de.)
Churning stick definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈtʃɜː.nɪŋ stɪk/
搅拌棒 (jiaoban bang)

a wooden stick used for stirring and churning butter, milk, or other liquids

"Grandmother used a churning stick to make fresh butter."

"祖母用搅拌棒制作新鲜的黄油。" (Zumu yong jiaoban bang zhizu xinxian de huangyou.)
ciliated definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/ˈsɪlieɪtɪd/
带有纤毛的 (daiyou xianmao de)

Having minute hairlike projections (cilia) on the surface of cells or organisms.

"The ciliated cells in the respiratory tract help move mucus out of the lungs."

"呼吸道中的纤毛细胞帮助将粘液排出肺部。" (Huxidau zhong de xianmao xibao bangzhu jiang nianye pai chu feibu.)
cineast definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈsɪniæst/
电影迷 (diànyǐngmí)

A film enthusiast or filmmaker; a person deeply interested in cinema.

"As a true cineast, she spends most weekends watching classic films."

"作为一位真正的电影迷,她大多数周末都在看经典电影。" (Zuòwéi yī wèi zhēnzhèng de diànyǐngmí, tā dàduōshù zhōumò dōu zài kàn jīngdiǎn diànyǐng.)
circlet definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈsɜːrklət/

A small circular band, typically worn as an ornament on the head.

"The princess wore a golden circlet on her forehead."

circuitous definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/sərˈkjuːɪtəs/
迂回路线 (yúhuí lùxiàn)

Longer than the most direct way; roundabout.

"He took a circuitous route to avoid traffic."

"他走了一条迂回路线以避开交通。" (Tā zǒu le yītiáo yúhuí lùxiàn yǐ bì kāi jiāotōng.)
circumlocution definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˌsɜːrkəmləˈkjuːʃn/
拐弯抹角 (guǎi wān mò jiǎo)

the use of many words when fewer would do, especially to avoid stating something directly

"The politician's speech was filled with circumlocution."

"政治家的演讲充满了拐弯抹角。" (Zhèngzhìjiā de yǎnjiǎng chōngmǎnle guǎiwān mòjiǎo.)
circumnavigate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C2
/ˌsɜːrkəmˈnævɪɡeɪt/
环绕地球 (huánrào dìqiú)

to travel all the way around something, especially the earth

"Magellan was the first to circumnavigate the globe."

"麦哲伦是第一个环绕地球航行的人。" (Màizhélún shì dì yī gè huánrào dìqiú hángxíng de rén.)
circumscribe definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb C2
/ˈsɜːrkəmskraɪb/
限制 (xiànzhì)

to limit or restrict something within boundaries

"The rules circumscribe the powers of the committee."

"规则限定了委员会的权力。" (Guīzé xiànzhìle wěiyuánhuì de quánlì.)
circumscribed definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/ˈsɜːrkəmskraɪbd/
受限的 (shòuxiàn de)

restricted or limited in scope or freedom

"Her freedom of choice was circumscribed by social rules."

"她的选择自由受社会规则的限制。" (Tā de xuǎnzé zìyóu shòu shèhuì guīzé de xiànzhì.)
circumspect definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/ˈsɜːrkəmspekt/
谨慎的 (jinshen de)

careful and unwilling to take risks; cautious

"He was circumspect in his business dealings."

"他在商业交易中非常谨慎。" (Tā zài shāngyè jiāoyì zhōng fēicháng jǐnshèn.)
circumspection definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
ˌsɜːkəmˈspekʃən
谨慎, 避免风险 (jinshen, biman fengxian)

The quality of being wary and unwilling to take risks; prudence.

"His circumspection ensured no mistakes were made."

"他的谨慎确保没有犯错误。" (Tā de jǐnshèn quèbǎo méiyǒu fàn cuòwù.)
clairvoyance definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/klɛərˈvɔɪəns/
通灵 (tōng líng)

the supposed ability to perceive events beyond normal sensory contact; psychic insight

"She claimed to have clairvoyance and predicted the future."

"她声称自己有通灵能力,并预言了未来。" (Tā shēngchēng zìjǐ yǒu tōng líng nénglì, bìng yùyánle wèilái.)
clairvoyant definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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clairvoyant

noun, adjective C2
/klɛərˈvɔɪənt/

a person who claims to have clairvoyance; having the ability to see beyond normal senses

"The clairvoyant predicted that she would travel abroad soon."

clamorous definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/ˈklæmərəs/
喧闹的 (xuānnào de)

making a loud and confused noise; expressing strong demands noisily

"The clamorous audience demanded an encore from the band."

"喧闹的观众要求乐队再来一首歌。" (Xuānnào de guānzhòng yāoqiú yuèduì zài lái yī shǒu gē.)
clangor definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈklæŋər/
响声,轰鸣 (xiangsheng, hongming)

A loud, resonant, and continuous noise, often metallic.

"The clangor of the church bells filled the town square."

"教堂钟声的轰鸣充满了小镇的广场。" (Jiaotang zhongsheng de hongming chongman le xiaozhen de guangchang.)
clapper definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈklæpər/
钟内的金属部件,敲击钟体发出声音 (zhōng nèi de jīnshǔ bùjiàn, qiāojī zhōng tǐ fāchū shēngyīn)

The free-swinging metal piece inside a bell that strikes it to produce sound.

"The clapper inside the bell was broken."

"钟内的金属部件坏了。" (Zhōng nèi de jīnshǔ bùjiàn huài le.)
Clarion definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/ˈklæriən/
响亮而清晰的号召 (xiangliang er qingxi de haozhao)

Loud and clear, like the sound of a trumpet; strongly expressed.

"The leader’s clarion call for unity inspired the crowd."

"领导人对团结的号召激励了人群。" (Lingdaoren dui tuanjie de haozhao jili le renqun.)
clavicle definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈklævɪkəl/
锁骨 (suǒgǔ)

the collarbone, a long bone that serves as a strut between the shoulder blade and the sternum

"He fractured his clavicle in the accident."

"他在事故中断了锁骨。" (Tā zài shìgù zhōng duàn le suǒgǔ.)
adjective C2
/ˈklɛmənt/
温和 / 仁慈 (wēnhé / réncí)

mild or merciful; describing weather as mild and pleasant

"The prisoners hoped for a clement judge."

"囚犯们希望有一个温和的法官。" (Qiúfànmen xīwàng yǒu yīgè wēnhé de fǎguān.)
noun C2
/ˈklaɪ.mɪŋ læŋ læŋ/
攀爬植物兰兰 (pānpá zhíwù lán lán)

a climbing plant with fragrant flowers native to tropical regions

"The climbing lang lang vine produces beautiful fragrant flowers."

"攀爬植物兰兰藤本会产生美丽的芳香花朵。" (Pānpá zhíwù lán lán téngběn huì chǎnshēng měilì de fāngxiāng huāduǒ.)
Climbing-fish definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈklaɪmɪŋ fɪʃ/
爬树鱼 (pá shù yú)

a type of fish that can climb trees and survive out of water for short periods

"The climbing-fish can move from one pond to another by climbing trees."

"爬树鱼可以通过爬树从一个池塘移动到另一个池塘。" (pá shù yú kěyǐ tōngguò pá shù cóng yīgè chítáng yídòng dào lìng yīgè chítáng)
clime definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/klaɪm/
气候带 (qìhòu dài)

A region defined by its climate.

"He traveled to warmer climes during the winter."

"他在冬天去温暖的气候带旅行。" (Tā zài dōngtiān qù wēnnuǎn de qìhòu dài lǚxíng.)
clipper definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈklɪpər/
理发器 / 19世纪快速航行的船只 (lǐ fà qì / 19 shì jì kuài sù háng xíng de chuán zhī)

a tool used for cutting, or a fast sailing ship of the 19th century

"The barber used clippers to trim his hair."

"理发师用理发器修剪了他的头发。" (Lǐ fà shī yòng lǐ fà qì xiū jiǎn le tā de tóu fǎ.)
cloister definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈklɔɪstər/
回廊 (huíláng)

a covered walk in a convent, monastery, or cathedral, typically with a wall on one side and a colonnade open to a quadrangle on the other.

"The monks walked silently through the cloister."

"僧侣们默默地走过了修道院的回廊。" (Sēnglǚmen mòmò de zǒuguòle xiū dào yuàn de huíláng.)
adjective C2
/ˌkloʊs ˈhɔːld/
逆风航行 (nì fēng háng xíng)

of a sailing ship, sailing as nearly as possible towards the direction from which the wind is blowing.

"The yacht was close-hauled as it cut through the waves."

"那艘游艇在波浪中紧贴风向行驶。" (Nà sōu yóu tǐng zài bōlàng zhōng jǐn tiē fēng xiàng xíng shǐ.)
clothier definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈkloʊðiər/
服装商 (fúzhuāng shāng)

a person or company that makes, sells, or deals in clothes.

"The town’s clothier displayed fine suits in his shop window."

"城里的服装商在他的店窗里展示了精美的西装。" (Chéng lǐ de fúzhuāng shāng zài tā de diàn chuāng lǐ zhǎnshì le jīngměi de xīzhuāng.)
cloture definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈkloʊtʃər/
辩论结束程序 (bianlun jieshu chengxu)

a procedure for ending a debate and taking a vote.

"The Senate invoked cloture to end the lengthy debate."

"参议院启动了辩论结束程序以结束长时间的辩论。" (Canyiyuan qidongle bianlun jieshu chengxu yi jieshu changshijian de bianlun.)
cloudburst definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/ˈklaʊdˌbɜːrst/
突然的暴雨 (tūrán de bào yǔ)

a sudden and very heavy rainfall

"The picnic was ruined by a sudden cloudburst."

"野餐被突如其来的暴雨摧毁。" (Yěcān bèi tú rúkè qí lái de bào yǔ cuīhuǐ.)
cloying definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective C2
/ˈklɔɪ.ɪŋ/
腻人的 (nì rén de)

too sweet, rich, or sentimental, making it unpleasant

"The dessert was so cloying that I couldn't finish it."

"甜点太腻人了,我吃不下去。" (Tiándiǎn tài nì rén le, wǒ chī bù xiàqù.)
coadjutor definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun C2
/koʊˈædʒətər/
助手 (zhùshǒu)

a person who helps or assists another, especially in a religious or official capacity

"The bishop appointed a coadjutor to assist him with his duties."

"主教任命了一位助手来协助他完成职责。" (Zhǔjiào rènmìngle yī wèi zhùshǒu lái xiézhù tā wánchéng zhízé.)