Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

engineer definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun/verb A2
/ˌɛndʒɪˈnɪər/
工程师 (gōngchéngshī)

A person trained to design, build, or maintain engines, machines, or structures; to skillfully arrange or bring about.

"The engineer designed a new bridge across the river."

"工程师设计了一个新桥,跨越了这条河流。" (Gōngchéngshī shèjìle yīgè xīn qiáo, kuàyuèle zhè tiáo héliú.)
Enjoyable definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective A2
/ɪnˈdʒɔɪəbl/

giving pleasure or satisfaction

"The movie was highly enjoyable."

enter definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb A2
/ˈɛntər/
进入 (jinru)

to go or come into a place

"She entered the room quietly."

"她安静地进入了房间。" (Tā ānjìng de jìnrù le fángjiān.)
Entertainment definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun A2
/ˌɛntərˈteɪnmənt/
娱乐 (yúlè)

something that amuses, pleases, or diverts

"The concert was a great source of entertainment."

"音乐会是一个极好的娱乐来源。" (Yīnyuè huì shì yīgè jí hǎo de yúlè láiyuán.)
environment definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun A2
/ɪnˈvaɪrənmənt/
环境 (huanjing)

the surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal, or plant lives

"We must protect the environment for future generations."

"我们必须为未来的世代保护环境。" (wo men bi xu wei wei lai de shi dai bao hu huan jing.)
equal definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective A2
/ˈiːkwəl/
平等 (pingdeng)

being the same in quantity, size, degree, or value

"All citizens should have equal rights under the law."

"所有公民都应该在法律面前享有平等权利。" (Suoyou gongmin dou yinggai zai falü mianqian xiangyou pingdeng quanli.)
equally definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb A2
/ˈiːkwəli/
平等地 (pingdeng de)

in an equal or fair way; to the same degree

"The prize money was equally divided among the winners."

"奖金在获胜者之间平等分配。" (Jiǎngjīn zài huòshèng zhě zhījiān píngděng fēnpèi.)
equipment definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun A2
/ɪˈkwɪpmənt/
设备 (shebei)

the necessary tools, machines, or other items needed for a particular purpose

"The laboratory bought new equipment for research."

"实验室购买了新的设备用于研究。" (shíyànshì gòumǎi le xīn de shèbèi yòng yú yánjiū.)
Error definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun A2
/ˈɛrər/
错误 (cuo wu)

A mistake or inaccuracy in action, thought, or judgment.

"The report contained a major error in the data analysis."

"报告中在数据分析中包含了一个重大错误。" (Baogao zhong zai shuju fenxi zhong baokuo le yi ge zhongda cuo wu.)
Especially definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb A2
/ɪˈspɛʃəli/
尤其 (yóu qí)

Used to single out one person, thing, or situation over all others.

"I love all kinds of fruit, especially mangoes."

"我喜欢所有种类的水果,尤其是芒果。" (Wǒ xǐ huān suǒ yǒu zhǒng lèi de shuǐ guǒ, yóu qí shì máng guǒ.)
etc definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
abbreviation A2
/ɛtˈsɛtərə/
等等 (deng deng)

Used to indicate additional, similar items in a list that are not mentioned.

"The shop sells fruits, vegetables, dairy, etc."

"商店出售水果、蔬菜、乳制品等等。" (Shāngdiàn chūshòu shuǐguǒ, shūcài, rǔzhìpǐn děng děng.)
european definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective A2
/ˌjʊərəˈpiːən/
欧洲的 (Ouzhou de)

Relating to Europe or its people.

"She studied European history at university."

"她在大学学习了欧洲历史。" (Ta zai daxue xuexi le Ouzhou lishi.)
event definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun A2
/ɪˈvent/
事件 (shìjiàn)

something that happens, especially something important

"The concert was the biggest event of the year."

"音乐会是今年最大的事件。" (Yīnyuè huì shì jīnnián zuìdà de shìjiàn.)
events definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun A2
ɪˈvɛnts
事件 (shìjiàn)

A thing that happens, especially one of importance.

"Several events were held across the country."

"全国范围内举行了几个事件。" (Quánguó fànwéi nèi jǔxíngle jǐ gè shìjiàn.)
everyday definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective A2
/ˈɛvrideɪ/
日常 (richang)

common or ordinary; occurring daily

"These shoes are perfect for everyday use."

"这些鞋子非常适合日常使用。" (Zhèxiē xiézi fēicháng shìhé rìcháng shǐyòng.)
Everywhere definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb A2
/ˈɛv.ri.wɛər/
到处 (dàochù)

in or to all places

"Tourists can be seen everywhere in the city during summer."

"在夏天,游客们可以在城市的各个地方看到。" (Zài xiàtiān, yóukèmen kěyǐ zài chéngshì de gège dìfāng kàn dào.)
Exactly definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb A2
/ɪɡˈzæktli/
精确地 (jīngquè de)

in a precise or accurate manner; without any error

"She explained the process exactly as it happened."

"她解释了过程,完全按照发生的方式。" (Tā jiěshìle guòchéng, wánquán ànzhào fāshēng de fāngshì.)
exam definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun A2
/ɪɡˈzæm/
考试 (kaoshi)

a formal test of a person's knowledge or skill in a subject

"She studied hard for her final exam."

"她为了最后的考试努力学习。" (Tā wèile zuìhòu de kǎoshì nǔlì xuéxí.)
Excellent definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective A2
/ˈɛksələnt/
优秀 (yōuxiù)

extremely good; outstanding

"The food at this restaurant is excellent."

"这家餐厅的食物非常优秀。" (Zhè jiā cāntīng de shíwù fēicháng yōuxiù.)
except definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
preposition/conjunction A2
/ɪkˈsɛpt/
除了 (chu le)

not including; other than

"Everyone was invited except John."

"每个人都被邀请,除了约翰。" (Mei ge ren dou bei yao qing, chu le Yuehan.)
Exchange definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb A2
/ɪksˈtʃeɪndʒ/
交换 (jiaohuan)

To give something and receive something in return.

"They exchanged gifts during the festival."

"他们在节日期间交换了礼物。" (Tāmen zài jiérì qījiān jiāohuànle lǐwù.)
excite definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb A2
/ɪkˈsaɪt/
使兴奋 (shǐ xīngfèn)

to cause strong feelings of enthusiasm or eagerness

"The idea of traveling abroad excites her."

"出国旅行的想法让她感到兴奋。" (Chūguó lǚxíng de xiǎngfǎ ràng tā gǎndào xīngfèn.)
Excitement definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun A2
/ɪkˈsaɪtmənt/
兴奋 (xīngfèn)

a feeling of great enthusiasm and eagerness

"There was a lot of excitement before the concert began."

"音乐会开始前有很多兴奋。" (Yīnyuè huì kāishǐ qián yǒu hěn duō xīngfèn.)
exciting definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective A2
/ɪkˈsaɪtɪŋ/
令人兴奋的 (lìng rén xīngfèn de)

Causing great enthusiasm and eagerness.

"The movie was so exciting that I watched it twice."

"这部电影如此令人兴奋,我看了两遍。" (Zhè bù diànyǐng rúcǐ lìng rén xīngfèn, wǒ kànle liǎng biàn.)
Excuse definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb A2
/ɪkˈskjuːz/
原谅, 借口 (yuánliàng, jièkǒu)

to forgive someone for doing something wrong or to justify an action

"Please excuse my lateness; there was heavy traffic."

"请原谅我迟到;有很多交通。" (Qǐng yuánliàng wǒ chídào; yǒu hěn duō jiāotōng.)
exercise definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun/verb A2
/ˈɛksərsaɪz/
锻炼 (duànliàn)

Physical activity done to maintain or improve health and fitness.

"She does exercise every morning."

"她每天早晨锻炼。" (ta mei tian zao chen duan lian.)
exit definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun/verb A2
/ˈɛɡzɪt/
出口 (chūkǒu)

A way out of a place; the act of leaving.

"He quickly found the nearest exit during the fire drill."

"他在火灾演习中迅速找到了最近的出口。" (Tā zài huǒzāi yǎnshí zhōng xùn sù zhǎodào le zuì jìn de chūkǒu.)
expect definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb A2
/ɪkˈspɛkt/
期待 (qīdài)

to believe that something will happen or that someone will arrive; to anticipate

"I expect the package to arrive tomorrow."

"我期待包裹明天到达。" (Wǒ qīdài bāoguǒ míngtiān dàodá.)
expensive definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective A2
/ɪkˈspɛnsɪv/

costing a lot of money

"That car is too expensive for me to buy."

Experience definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun/verb A2
/ɪkˈspɪəriəns/
幸福 (xingfu)

knowledge or skill gained through involvement in or exposure to something over time

"She gained valuable experience while working abroad."

"她无法掩饰自己获得奖项时的幸福感。" (Tā wúfǎ yǎnshì zìjǐ huòdé jiǎngxiàng shí de xìngfú gǎn.)
experiment definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun/verb A2
/ɪkˈsperɪmənt/
实验 (shíyàn)

a test or trial carried out to discover something or prove an idea

"The scientist conducted an experiment on plant growth."

"科学家进行了一个关于植物生长的实验。" (Kēxuéjiā jìnxíngle yīgè guānyú zhíwù chéngzhǎng de shíyàn.)
expert definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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expert (专家)

noun/adjective A2
/ˈekspɜːt/
专家 (zhuānjiā)

a person who has a lot of knowledge or skill in a particular area

"He is an expert in computer programming."

"他是计算机编程方面的专家。" (Tā shì jìsuànjī biānchéng fāngmiàn de zhuānjiā.)
explain definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb A2
/ɪkˈspleɪn/
解释 (jiěshì)

to make something clear by describing or giving details

"The teacher explained the concept to the students."

"老师向学生们解释了这个概念。" (Lǎoshī xiàng xuéshēngmen jiěshì le zhège gàiniàn.)
express definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb A2
/ɪkˈsprɛs/
表达 (biaoda)

to convey a thought, feeling, or idea in words, actions, or other forms

"She expressed her gratitude with a warm smile."

"她通过温暖的微笑表达了她的感激之情。" (Ta tongguo wenruan de weixiao biaoda le ta de ganji zhiqing.)
extra definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective A2
/ˈɛkstrə/
额外的 (éwài de)

More than what is usual, expected, or necessary

"She brought some extra food for the picnic."

"她为野餐带来了额外的食物。" (Tā wèi yěcān dài lái le éwài de shíwù.)
fact definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun A2
/fækt/
事实 (shìshí)

A thing that is known or proved to be true

"It is a fact that the Earth orbits the Sun."

"地球绕太阳转,这是一个事实。" (Dìqiú rào tàiyáng zhuǎn, zhè shì yīgè shìshí.)
factory definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun A2
/ˈfæktəri/
工厂 (gōngchǎng)

A building or group of buildings where goods are manufactured.

"He works in a shoe factory."

"他在一家鞋厂工作。" (Tā zài yī jiā xié chǎng gōngzuò.)
fail definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb A2
/feɪl/
失败 (shībài)

To be unsuccessful in achieving a goal or expectation.

"He failed the driving test."

"他在驾驶考试中失败了。" (Tā zài jiàshǐ kǎoshì zhōng shībài le.)
Fair definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective/noun A2
/fɛr/
公平 / 集市 (gongping / jishi)

Treating people equally without favoritism; or an event where goods are displayed and sold

"The judge made a fair decision."

"法官做出了公正的决定。" (Fǎguān zuò chūle gōngzhèng de juédìng.)
Fairy-tale definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun A2
/ˈfer.i.teɪl/
童话故事 (tonghua gushi)

a children's story about magical and imaginary beings and lands

"Children love listening to fairy-tales before bedtime."

"孩子们喜欢在睡觉前听童话故事。" (Haizimen xihuan zai shuijiao qian ting tonghua gushi.)
False definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective A2
/fɔːls/
虚假 (xūjiǎ)

not true or correct; intended to deceive

"He was accused of giving false information."

"他被指控提供虚假信息。" (Tā bèi zhǐkòng tígōng xūjiǎ xìnxī.)
Familiar definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective A2
/fəˈmɪliər/
熟悉的 (shúxī de)

Well known or easily recognized from previous experience.

"The town looked familiar to me after so many years."

"经过这么多年后,这个城市对我来说很熟悉。" (Jīngguò zhème duōnián hòu, zhège chéngshì duì wǒ lái shuō hěn shúxī.)
Fan definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun A2
/fæn/
幸福 (xìng fú)

a device with rotating blades that creates a current of air; also a person who admires or supports someone or something

"The fan kept the room cool during the hot summer day."

"她收到奖项时无法掩饰自己的幸福。" (Tā shōu dào jiǎng xiàng shí wú fǎ yǎn shì zì jǐ de xìng fú.)
Fantastic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective A2
/fænˈtæstɪk/
极好的 (jí hǎo de)

extraordinary, extremely good or impressive

"The concert last night was absolutely fantastic."

"昨晚的音乐会真是太棒了。" (Zuó wǎn de yīnyuè huì zhēn shì tài bàng le.)
farm definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun A2
/fɑːrm/
农场 (nongchang)

an area of land used for growing crops and raising animals

"They live on a farm with many animals."

"他们住在一个有许多动物的农场。" (Tāmen zhù zài yīgè yǒu xǔduō dòngwù de nóngchǎng.)
Farmer definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun A2
/ˈfɑːrmər/
农民 (nóngmín)

a person who owns or manages a farm

"The farmer works hard to grow crops."

"农民辛勤工作以种植庄稼。" (Nóngmín xīnqín gōngzuò yǐ zhòngzhí zhuāngjià.)
farming definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun A2
/ˈfɑː.mɪŋ/
农业 (nongye)

the activity or business of growing crops and raising animals for food or other products

"Farming requires both hard work and knowledge about the land."

"农业需要辛勤的工作和对土地的知识。" (Nongye xuyao xinqin de gongzuo he dui tudi de zhishi.)
fashion definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun A2
/ˈfæʃ.ən/
时尚 (shíshàng)

a popular or accepted style of clothing, behavior, or way of doing something

"She always keeps up with the latest fashion."

"她总是跟上最新的时尚。" (Tā zǒng shì gēn shàng zuìxīn de shíshàng.)
faster definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective, adverb A2
/ˈfæstər/
更快 (geng kuai)

moving or able to move quickly; more quickly than usual

"This car is faster than the old one."

"这辆车比老车更快。" (Zhe liang che bi lao che geng kuai.)
fastest definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective A2
/ˈfæstɪst/
最快的 (zui kuai de)

moving or capable of moving at the highest speed

"Usain Bolt is the fastest runner in the world."

"尤塞恩·博尔特是世界上跑得最快的运动员。" (You sai en Bo er te shi shijie shang pao de zui kuai de yundongyuan.)