Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

coordination definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/kəʊˌɔːdɪˈneɪʃən/
协调 (xie tiao)

the process of organizing different elements to work together effectively

"The coordination between the teams was flawless."

"团队之间的协调无可挑剔。" (Tuan dui zhi jian de xie tiao wu ke tiao ti.)
coordinator definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/koʊˈɔːrdɪˌneɪtər/
协调员 (xie tiao yuan)

a person who organizes people or activities so that they work well together

"The event coordinator managed everything perfectly."

"活动协调员完美地管理了一切。" (Huo dong xie tiao yuan wan mei di guan li le yi qie.)
cope definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/koʊp/
应对 (yìng duì)

to deal effectively with something difficult

"She had to cope with a lot of pressure at work."

"她不得不应对工作中的巨大压力。" (Tā bùdé bù yìng duì gōngzuò zhōng de jù dà yālì.)
copper definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈkɒpə/
(tong)

a reddish-brown metal used for electrical wiring, coins, and more

"Copper is a good conductor of electricity."

"铜是良好的电力导体。" (Tong shi lianghao de dianli daoti.)
copyright definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈkɒpɪraɪt/
版权 (bǎnquán)

the legal right of the creator of a work to control its use and distribution

"She holds the copyright for the book."

"她拥有这本书的版权。" (Tā yǒngyǒu zhè běn shū de bǎnquán.)
coral definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun, adjective B2
/ˈkɒrəl/
珊瑚 (shanhu)

a hard, rock-like marine organism formed by tiny sea animals; a pinkish-orange color resembling coral

"The coral in the reef provides shelter for many sea creatures."

"珊瑚礁中的珊瑚为许多海洋生物提供庇护。" (shanhujiao zhong de shanhu wei xuduo haiyang shengwu tigong bihu)
Coral Reefs definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
ˈkɔːrəl ˈriːfs
珊瑚礁 (shanhua jiao)

Underwater structures made from calcium carbonate secreted by corals, forming diverse marine ecosystems.

"Saint Martin's Island is known for its coral reefs."

"圣马丁岛以其珊瑚礁而闻名。" (Sheng Ma Ding dao yi qi shanhua jiao er wenming.)
cord definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/kɔːrd/
绳子 (shengzi)

a long, thin, flexible string or rope

"He tied the package with a strong cord."

"他用一根强绳子绑住了包裹。" (Ta yong yi gen qiang shengzi bangzhu le baoguo.)
Coriander definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˌkɔːriˈændər/
香菜 (xiang cai)

aromatic herb with feathery leaves used for flavoring food; also refers to the seeds used as spice

"Fresh coriander leaves are sprinkled on top of the curry."

"新鲜的香菜叶撒在咖喱上。" (Xinxian de xiang cai ye sa zai gāli shang.)
corona definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/kəˈroʊnə/
一种类似于冠状的结构;也指太阳的外层大气 (yī zhǒng lèisì yú guān zhuàng de jié gòu; yě zhǐ tàiyáng de wài céng dàqì)

a crown or crown-like structure; also refers to the outer atmosphere of the sun

"The sun's corona was visible during the total solar eclipse."

"太阳的日冕在一次全日蚀时可见。" (Tàiyáng de rìmiǎn zài yīcì quán rìshí shí kějiàn.)
corporation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˌkɔːrpəˈreɪʃən/
公司 (gongsi)

A large company or group of companies that is legally recognized as a single entity.

"The corporation invested heavily in renewable energy projects."

"该公司在可再生能源项目上进行了大量投资。" (Gai gongsi zai kezai sheng nengyuan xiangmu shang jinxingle dali touzi.)
corpse definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/kɔːrps/
尸体 (shīti)

a dead body, especially of a human

"The police discovered a corpse in the abandoned house."

"警察在废弃的房子里发现了一具尸体。" (Jǐngchá zài fèiqì de fángzi lǐ fāxiànle yī jù shīti.)
correlation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˌkɒrəˈleɪʃən/
相关 (xiāngguān)

a mutual relationship or connection between two or more things

"Researchers found a strong correlation between diet and heart disease."

"研究人员发现饮食与心脏病之间有着强烈的相关性。" (Yánjiū rényuán fāxiàn yǐnshí yǔ xīnzàng bìng zhī jiān yǒuzhe qiángliè de xiāngguān xìng.)
correspond definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/kəˈrɛspɒnd/
通信 (tongxin)

to communicate by exchanging letters or messages

"I correspond regularly with my old friends."

"我与我的老朋友定期通信。" (Wo yu wo de lao pengyou dingqi tongxin.)
Correspondence definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/kəˈrɛspɒndəns/
通信 (tongxin)

the exchange of letters or communication

"His correspondence with clients was always timely."

"他与客户的通信总是及时的。" (Ta yu kehu de tongxin zongshi shíji de.)
correspondent definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˌkɒrəˈspɒndənt/
记者 (jìzhě)

A journalist who reports news from a particular place or on a particular subject.

"The foreign correspondent reported live from Paris."

"外国记者从巴黎进行现场直播报道。" (Wàiguó jìzhě cóng bālí jìnxíng xiànchǎng zhíbò bàodào.)
corresponding definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/kəˈrɛspɒndɪŋ/
相关的 (xiāngguān de)

matching or related to something

"The corresponding page in the book explains the process in detail."

"书中的相关页面详细解释了该过程。" (Shū zhōng de xiāngguān yèmiàn xiángxì jiěshìle gāi guòchéng.)
corrupt definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective/verb B2
/kəˈrʌpt/
腐败 (fubai)

dishonest or morally wrong; to make something impure or evil

"The politician was accused of corrupt practices."

"这位政治家因腐败行为被指控。" (Zhe wei zhengzhi jia yin fubai xingwei bei zhigong.)
Corruption definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/kəˈrʌp.ʃən/
腐败 (fǔbài)

dishonest or fraudulent conduct by those in power

"The government launched a campaign to fight corruption."

"政府发起了打击腐败的运动。" (Zhèngfǔ fāqǐ le dǎjí fǔbài de yùndòng.)
cosmetic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/kɒzˈmɛt.ɪk/
化妆品 (huazhuangpin)

relating to beauty or appearance; intended to improve looks

"She bought a new cosmetic cream for her skin."

"她为她的皮肤买了一种新的化妆品。" (Ta wei ta de pifu mai le yi zhong xin de huazhuangpin.)
cost-efficient definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˌkɒst.ɪˈfɪʃ.ənt/
节约成本 (jiéyuē chéngběn)

Achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense.

"Cost-efficient solutions benefit industries."

"节约成本的解决方案有利于各行各业。" (Jiéyuē chéngběn de jiějué fāng'àn yǒulì yú gè háng gè yè.)
costly definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈkɔːstli/
昂贵 (ángguì)

expensive or causing a lot of money, time, or effort

"Their mistake proved to be very costly for the company."

"他们的错误证明对公司来说是非常昂贵的。" (Tāmen de cuòwù zhèngmíng duì gōngsī lái shuō shì fēicháng ángguì de.)
Cot definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/kɒt/
婴儿床 (ke te)

a small bed, especially a portable one or one for a baby

"The baby sleeps peacefully in her cot."

"宝宝在她的婴儿床上睡得很安稳。" (Bao bao zai ta de ying er chuang shang shui de hen an wen)
Couch definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/kaʊtʃ/
沙发 (shafa)

a comfortable seat for two or more people, typically upholstered

"They sat on the couch and watched TV."

"他们坐在沙发上看电视。" (Tāmen zuò zài shāfā shàng kàn diànshì.)
councillor definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈkaʊnsələr/
议员 (yiyuan)

an elected member of a local council who helps make decisions and represent the community

"The councillor spoke to residents about improving local roads."

"议员与居民讨论了当地道路问题。" (yiyuan yu jumin taolun le dangdi daolu wenti)
councilor definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈkaʊnsɪlər/
议员 (yìyuán)

an elected member of a council, especially a local government body

"The councilor held a public meeting to discuss local issues."

"议员召开了一个公共会议,讨论地方问题。" (Yìyuán zhàokāi le yīgè gōnggòng huìyì, tǎolùn dìfāng wèntí.)
counsel definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/ˈkaʊnsəl/
咨询 (zixun)

to give professional advice or guidance to someone

"The teacher counseled the students on their career choices."

"老师为学生们提供了关于他们职业选择的建议。" (Lǎoshī wèi xuéshēngmen tígōngle guānyú tāmen zhíyè xuǎnzé de jiànyì.)
counseling definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈkaʊnsəlɪŋ/
咨询 (zixun)

professional guidance or therapy to help resolve personal or psychological problems

"She decided to go for counseling after feeling stressed for months."

"在感到几个月的压力后,她决定去咨询。" (Zai gandao ji ge yue de yali hou, ta jueding qu zixun.)
counselling definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈkaʊn.səl.ɪŋ/
心理咨询 (xinli zixun)

the process of giving professional guidance and support to help someone deal with personal, social, psychological, or career-related problems

"She decided to seek counselling to manage stress and anxiety."

"她决定通过心理咨询来缓解压力。" (ta jueding tongguo xinli zixun lai huanjie yali)
counsellor definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈkaʊnsələr/
咨询师 (zixunshi)

a person trained to give guidance on personal, social, or psychological problems; an advisor

"She spoke to a counsellor to get advice about her career."

"她和一名咨询师谈了自己的职业问题。" (ta he yi ming zixunshi tan le ziji de zhiye wenti)
counselor definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈkaʊn.səl.ər/
顾问 (gùwèn)

a person trained to give guidance on personal, social, or psychological problems

"The school counselor helped the student deal with stress."

"学校的顾问帮助学生应对压力。" (Xuéxiào de gùwèn bāngzhù xuéshēng yìngduì yā lì.)
counter definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈkaʊn.tər/
柜台 (guìtái)

a flat surface in a shop, bank, or kitchen where transactions or work are done

"The cashier stood behind the counter."

"收银员站在柜台后面。" (Shōuyín yuán zhàn zài guìtái hòumiàn.)
counterpart definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈkaʊntərˌpɑːrt/
对口人 (duìkǒurén)

a person or thing that corresponds to or has the same function as another

"The CEO met with his counterpart in the partner company."

"首席执行官与合作公司中的对口人会面。" (Shǒuxí zhíxíng guān yǔ hézuò gōngsī zhōng de duìkǒurén huìmiàn.)
countless definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈkaʊntləs/
数不胜数 (shǔ bù shèng shǔ)

too many to be counted; innumerable

"There are countless stars in the sky."

"天上有数不清的星星。" (Tiān shàng yǒu shù bù qīng de xīng xīng.)
Courageous definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/kəˈreɪdʒəs/
勇敢的 (yǒng gǎn de)

having or showing bravery; able to face danger or difficulty

"The firefighter was courageous as he rescued the children from the burning building."

"消防员在从着火的建筑物中救出孩子们时表现出了勇气。" (Xiāo fáng yuán zài cóng zháo huǒ de jiàn zhú wù zhōng jiù chū hái zǐ men shí biǎo xiàn chū le yǒng qì.)
courier definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈkʊriər/
快递员 (kuaidi yuan)

a person or company that delivers messages, packages, or mail

"The courier delivered the documents on time."

"快递员准时交付了文件。" (Kuàidìyuán zhǔnshí jiāofùle wénjiàn.)
adjective B2
/ˈkɜːrtiəs/
有礼貌的 (yǒu lǐmào de)

polite, respectful, or considerate in manner

"The staff at the hotel were very courteous to all guests."

"酒店的员工对所有客人都非常有礼貌。" (Jiudian de yuangong dui suoyou keren dou feichang you limao.)
Courtesy definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈkɜːrtəsi/
礼貌, 谦逊或特权 (lǐmào, qiānxùn huò tèquán)

polite behavior or a polite action; a favor or privilege

"He opened the door as a courtesy."

"他出于礼貌开了门。" (Tā chū yú lǐmào kāi le mén.)
courtroom definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈkɔːtruːm/

a room in which legal cases are heard and decided by a judge

"The witness was called to testify in the courtroom."

coverage definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈkʌvərɪdʒ/
报道 (baodao)

The extent or scope of something, such as insurance protection or media reporting.

"The news channel provided extensive coverage of the event."

"新闻频道对事件进行了广泛的报道。" (Xinwen pindao dui shijian jinxing le guangfan de baodao.)
Coward definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈkaʊ.ərd/
懦夫 (nuo fu)

a person who lacks the courage to do or endure dangerous or unpleasant things

"He called himself a coward for not standing up to the bully."

"他自称为懦夫,因为他没有站出来反对恶霸。" (Ta zi cheng wei nuo fu, yin wei ta mei you zhan chu lai fan dui e ba.)
Cradle definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈkreɪ.dəl/
摇篮 (yaolan)

a small bed for a baby, especially one that rocks from side to side

"The baby sleeps peacefully in the cradle."

"婴儿在摇篮里安静地睡觉。" (Yīng'ér zài yáolán lǐ ānjìng de shuìjiào.)
cramped definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/kræmpt/
狭小, 不舒服地小 (xiaxiao, bushi fufude xiao)

uncomfortably small or restricted

"The room was so cramped that we could barely move."

"房间太小了,以至于我们几乎不能移动。" (Fángjiān tài xiǎo le, yǐzhì wǒmen jīhū bùnéng yídòng.)
noun B2
/kreɪn/
(he)

a large tall bird with long legs and neck; a machine for lifting heavy objects

"The graceful crane stood motionless by the water's edge."

"优雅的鹤静静地站在水边。" (Yōuyǎ de hè jìngjìng de zhàn zài shuǐ biān.)
adjective B2
/ˈkræŋki/
脾气暴躁 (píqì bào zào)

bad-tempered, easily annoyed, or irritable

"The child gets cranky when he is hungry."

"当孩子饿了时,他会变得脾气暴躁。" (Dāng háizi èle shí, tā huì biàn dé píqì bào zào.)
crave definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/kreɪv/
渴望, 强烈的欲望 (kěwàng, qiángliè de yùwàng)

to have a strong desire for something

"She craves adventure and often travels to remote places."

"她渴望冒险,并经常前往偏远的地方。" (Tā kěwàng màoxiǎn, bìng jīngcháng qiánwǎng piānyuǎn de dìfāng.)
craving definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈkreɪvɪŋ/
渴望, 强烈的欲望 (kěwàng, qiángliè de yùwàng)

a strong desire for something

"She has a craving for chocolate every evening."

"她每晚都渴望吃巧克力。" (Tā měi wǎn dōu kěwàng chī qiǎokèlì.)
creative exhibits definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective + noun B2
kriˈeɪtɪv ɪɡˈzɪbɪts
创意展览 (chuàngyì zhǎnlǎn)

Artistic displays or presentations that show originality and imagination.

"The creative exhibits highlighted recycling possibilities."

"创意展览突出了回收的可能性。" (Chuàngyì zhǎnlǎn túchūle huíshōu de kěnéngxìng.)
creator definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/krɪˈeɪtə/
创始人 (chuangshi ren)

a person who brings something into existence

"He is the creator of many successful startups."

"他是许多成功初创公司的创始人。" (Tā shì xǔduō chénggōng chūchuàng gōngsī de chuàngshīrén.)
credibility definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˌkrɛd.ɪˈbɪl.ɪ.ti/
可信度 (kě xìn dù)

the quality of being trusted and believed in

"The journalist's credibility was questioned after the report."

"记者的可信度在报告后受到质疑。" (Jìzhě de kěxìndù zài bàogào hòu shòudào zhìyí.)