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Lecture definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈlektʃər/
讲座 (jiangzuo)

a talk given to a group of people to teach them about a subject

"The professor gave a lecture on climate change."

"教授就气候变化做了讲座。" (Jiaoshou jiu qihou bianhua zuole jiangzuo.)
lecturer definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈlɛktʃərər/
讲师 (jiangshi)

a person who gives lectures, especially at a college or university

"The lecturer explained the theory with clear examples."

"讲师用清楚的例子解释了理论。" (Jiangshi yong qingchu de lizi jieshi le lilun)
adjective B1
/ˌlɛftˈhændɪd/
左撇子 (zuǒpiězi)

Using or done with the left hand; also can mean clumsy or awkward.

"She is left-handed and writes beautifully with her left hand."

"她是左撇子,左手写字非常漂亮。" (Tā shì zuǒpiězi, zuǒshǒu xiězì fēicháng piàoliang.)
legal definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B1
/ˈliːɡəl/
合法的 (hefa de)

relating to the law

"He sought legal advice before signing the contract."

"他在签署合同之前寻求法律咨询。" (Tā zài qiānshǔ hétong zhīqián xúnqiú fǎlǜ zīxún.)
Leisure definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈliːʒər/ or /ˈlɛʒər/
闲暇 (xianxia)

Free time when one is not working or occupied; time for relaxation.

"She spends her leisure reading novels."

"她用闲暇时间阅读小说。" (Tā yòng xiánxiá shíjiān yuèdú xiǎoshuō.)
lend definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B1
/lend/
幸福 (xingfu)

to give something to someone for a period of time, expecting it to be returned

"Can you lend me some money?"

"你可以借我一些钱吗?" (Nǐ kěyǐ jiè wǒ yīxiē qián ma?)
lens definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/lenz/
镜头 (jingtou)

a curved piece of glass or plastic that makes things look clearer or larger when you look through it

"He cleaned the camera lens before taking the picture."

"他在拍照前清洁了相机镜头。" (Tā zài pāizhào qián qīngjié le xiàngjī jìngtóu.)
Liar definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈlaɪ.ər/
骗子 (pianzi)

a person who tells lies; someone who does not tell the truth

"Nobody trusts him because he is a liar."

"没有人相信他,因为他是个骗子。" (Méiyǒu rén xiāngxìn tā, yīnwèi tā shì gè piànzi.)
license definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun, verb B1
/ˈlaɪsəns/
许可证 / 许可 (xǔkě zhèng / xǔkě)

A legal permission to do something (noun); to grant such permission (verb).

"You must have a driving license to operate a car legally."

"您必须拥有驾驶执照才能合法开车。" (Nín bìxū yǒngyǒu jiàshǐ zhízhào cáinéng héfǎ kāichē.)
Lid definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/lɪd/
盖子 (gàizi)

a cover for the top of a container

"She closed the lid tightly on the jar."

"她紧紧地盖上了瓶盖。" (Tā jǐn jǐn de gài shàngle pínggài.)
lifestyle definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈlaɪf.staɪl/
生活方式 (shenghuo fangshi)

The way in which a person or group lives, including habits, attitudes, and possessions.

"A healthy lifestyle includes regular exercise and a balanced diet."

"健康的生活方式包括定期锻炼和均衡饮食。" (Jiankang de shenghuo fangshi baokuo dingqi duanlian he junheng yinshi.)
Light Colour definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/laɪt ˈkʌlər/
浅色 (qiǎn sè)

a pale or bright shade of any color

"The walls were painted in light colours to make the room look bigger."

"墙壁被涂上了浅色,使房间看起来更大。" (qiángbì bèi tú shàngle qiǎn sè, shǐ fángjiān kàn qǐlái gèng dà.)
lighting definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈlaɪtɪŋ/
照明 (zhaoming)

the arrangement or use of light in a place; the act of providing light

"The lighting in the restaurant created a warm and cozy atmosphere."

"餐厅的灯光创造了温暖而舒适的氛围。" (Canting de dengguang chuangzao le wennuan er shushi de fenwei.)
lightning definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈlaɪtnɪŋ/
闪电 (shǎndiàn)

a flash of light in the sky caused by electricity during a storm

"The lightning struck a tree near our house."

"闪电击中了我们家附近的一棵树。" (Shǎndiàn jī zhòngle wǒmen jiā fùjìn de yī kē shù.)
Likely definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B1
/ˈlaɪk.li/
可能 (kěnéng)

probable or expected to happen

"It is likely to rain this evening."

"今晚可能会下雨。" (Jīn wǎn kěnéng huì xià yǔ.)
Liking definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈlaɪkɪŋ/
喜好, 偏爱 (xǐhào, piān'ài)

A feeling of fondness or preference for something or someone.

"She has a strong liking for classical music."

"她对古典音乐有很强的喜好。" (Tā duì gǔdiǎn yīnyuè yǒu hěn qiáng de xǐhào.)
Limit definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun, verb B1
/ˈlɪmɪt/
限制 (xianzhi)

A point or level beyond which something does not or may not extend; to restrict.

"You should limit the amount of sugar you eat."

"你应该限制你吃的糖的数量。" (Ni yinggai xianzhi ni chi de tang de shuliang.)
limited definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B1
/ˈlɪmɪtɪd/
有限的 (youxian de)

Restricted in size, amount, or extent; not great in number or ability.

"Tickets for the concert are limited."

"音乐会的票是有限的。" (Yinyuehui de piao shi youxian de.)
Liquid definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈlɪkwɪd/
液体 (yètǐ)

a substance that flows freely but is of constant volume, having a consistency like water or oil.

"Water is a clear liquid that is essential for life."

"水是一种清澈的液体,对于生命至关重要。" (Shuǐ shì yī zhǒng qīngchè de yètǐ, duìyú shēngmìng zhìguān zhòngyào.)
listener definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈlɪsənər/
听众 (tingzhong)

a person who listens or pays attention to something, especially to a speaker or sound.

"She is a good listener who always understands others' problems."

"她是一个很好的听众,总是理解他人的问题。" (Tā shì yīgè hěn hǎo de tīngzhòng, zǒng shì lǐjiě tārén de wèntí.)
literally definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb B1
/ˈlɪtərəli/
字面上 (zimian shang)

in a literal manner or sense; exactly

"He was literally running for three hours without stopping."

"他字面上跑了三个小时没有停下来。" (Ta zimian shang pao le san ge xiaoshi mei you ting xiala lai.)
Literature definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈlɪtərətʃər/
文学 (wenxue)

written works, especially those considered of superior or lasting artistic merit

"He studied English literature at university."

"他在大学学习了英语文学。" (Tā zài dàxué xuéxí le yīngyǔ wénxué.)
adjective B1
/ˈlaɪv.li/
充满活力的; 活泼的; 快乐的 (laivli)

full of life and energy; animated; cheerful

"The children had a lively discussion about their favorite books."

"孩子们就他们最喜欢的书进行了充满活力的讨论。" (Haizimen jiu tamen zui xihuan de shu jinxing le chongman huoli de taolun.)
load definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun/verb B1
/loʊd/
载重 (zàizhòng)

something that is carried or put into a container or vehicle

"The truck was carrying a heavy load of bricks."

"卡车正在运输一载重的砖块。" (kǎchē zhèngzài yùnshū yī zàizhòng de zhuānkuài.)
Loan definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/loʊn/
贷款 (daikuan)

money that is borrowed and expected to be paid back with interest

"She took a loan from the bank to buy a house."

"她从银行借了贷款买房。" (ta cong yinhang jie le daikuan mai fang.)
locate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B1
/loʊˈkeɪt/
定位 (duiwei)

to find the exact position or place of something

"They managed to locate the missing keys under the couch."

"他们成功地在沙发下找到丢失的钥匙。" (Tāmen chénggōng de zài shāfā xià zhǎodào diūshī de yàoshi.)
Lock definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb, noun B1
/lɒk/
锁,锁定 (suǒ, suǒ dìng)

to fasten something securely with a key or device; a fastening device

"Please lock the door when you leave."

"请在离开时锁好门。" (qǐng zài líkāi shí suǒ hǎo mén.)
Loneliness definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈloʊnlinəs/
孤独 (gūdú)

The state of being alone and feeling sad about it.

"She felt a deep sense of loneliness after moving to the new city."

"她搬到新城市后感到深深的孤独。" (Tā bān dào xīn chéngshì hòu gǎndào shēn shēn de gūdú.)
long-term definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B1
/ˌlɔːŋ ˈtɜːrm/
长期的 (changqi de)

lasting, relating to, or extending over a long period of time

"Investing in education is a long-term benefit for society."

"投资教育是社会的长期利益。" (Touzi jiaoyu shi shehui de changqi liyu.)
loose definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B1
/luːs/
(song)

not firmly or tightly fixed in place

"The screw is loose and needs tightening."

"螺丝松动,需要紧固。" (Luosi songdong, xuyao jingu.)
lover definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈlʌvər/
情人 (qíngrén)

a person who is in a romantic relationship or has strong affection for someone

"She met her lover at the café every evening."

"她每天晚上都在咖啡馆与她的情人见面。" (Tā měitiān wǎnshàng dōu zài kāfēi guǎn yǔ tā de qíngrén jiànmiàn.)
adjective B1
/ˈlʌv.ɪŋ/
慈爱的; 关怀的; 表现出爱与温暖 (cí'ài de; guānhuái de; biǎoxiàn chū ài yǔ wēnnuǎn)

affectionate; caring; showing love and warmth

"She is a loving mother who cares deeply for her children."

"她是一个慈爱的母亲,深深地关心着她的孩子们。" (Tā shì yīgè cí'ài de mǔqīn, shēnshēn de guānxīn zhe tā de háizimen.)
Luxury definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈlʌkʃəri/
奢侈 (shechi)

a state of great comfort or elegance, often involving great expense

"Staying at a five-star hotel is a luxury for most people."

"住在五星级酒店对大多数人来说是奢侈的。" (zhu zai wuxingji jiudian dui daduoshu ren laishuo shi shechi de.)
magical definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B1
/ˈmædʒɪkəl/

having or producing the charm, beauty, or power of magic

"The sunset over the mountains was a magical sight."

magician definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/məˈdʒɪʃən/
魔术师 (mó shù shī)

A person who performs tricks and illusions for entertainment or one believed to have magical powers.

"The magician pulled a rabbit out of his hat."

"魔术师从他的帽子里拿出了兔子。" (Móshù shī cóng tā de màozi lǐ ná chūle tùzǐ.)
noun B1
/ˈmæɡnət/
磁铁 (citie)

An object that produces a magnetic field and attracts metals like iron.

"The magnet held the paper to the fridge door."

"磁铁将纸张吸附在冰箱门上。" (Citie jiang zhizhang xifu zai bingxiang men shang.)
Mainly definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb B1
/ˈmeɪnli/
主要 (zhuyao)

for the most part; chiefly

"The audience was mainly composed of students."

"观众主要由学生组成。" (Guanzhong zhuyao you xuesheng zucheng.)
maintain definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B1
/meɪnˈteɪn/
保持 (bǎochí)

To keep something in good condition; to preserve or continue.

"She worked hard to maintain her reputation."

"她努力工作以保持自己的声誉。" (Tā nǔlì gōngzuò yǐ bǎochí zìjǐ de shēngyù.)
majority definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/məˈdʒɒrəti/
多数 (duoshu)

the greater number or part of something; more than half

"The majority of voters supported the new law."

"大多数选民支持新法律。" (Da duoshu xuanmin zhichi xin falü.)
maker definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈmeɪkər/
创造者 (chuangzao zhe)

a person or thing that makes or produces something

"He is a famous movie maker in Hollywood."

"他是好莱坞著名的电影制片人。" (ta shi haolaiwu zhuming de dianying zhipian ren.)
makeup definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈmeɪkʌp/
化妆 (huàzhuāng)

cosmetics used to enhance or alter appearance

"She applied makeup before the party."

"她在聚会前化了妆。" (Tā zài jùhuì qián huàle zhuāng.)
management definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈmænɪdʒmənt/
管理 (guanli)

the process of dealing with or controlling things or people

"Good management is crucial for the success of any business."

"良好的管理对任何企业的成功至关重要。" (Liánghǎo de guǎnlǐ duì rènhé qǐyè de chénggōng zhìguān zhòngyào.)
manner definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈmænər/
方式 / 举止 (fāngshì / jǔzhǐ)

a way in which something is done or happens

"He spoke in a polite manner."

"他说话很有礼貌。" (Tā shuōhuà hěn yǒu lǐmào.)
Marketing definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/ˈmɑːrkɪtɪŋ/
市场营销 (shìchǎng yíngxiāo)

The action or business of promoting and selling products or services, including market research and advertising.

"The company invested heavily in digital marketing."

"公司在数字营销上进行了大量投资。" (Gōngsī zài shùzì yíngxiāo shàng jìnxíngle dàliàng tóuzī.)
adjective B1
/ˈmɑːrvələs/
了不起的; 奇妙的; 令人惊叹的 (liǎobùqǐ de; qímiào de; lìngrén jīngtàn de)

extremely good; wonderful; causing great wonder

"The view from the mountain was marvellous."

"山上的景色真是太棒了。" (Shān shàng de jǐngsè zhēnshi tài bàng le.)
adjective B1
/ˈmɑːrvələs/
精彩 (jīngcǎi)

Causing great wonder or delight; extraordinary.

"She gave a marvelous performance on stage."

"她在舞台上的表演非常精彩。" (Tā zài wǔtái shàng de biǎoyǎn fēicháng jīngcǎi.)
Mask definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/mæsk/
面具 (miànjù)

A covering for the face to protect, disguise, or entertain.

"He wore a mask at the costume party."

"他在化妆舞会上戴着面具。" (Tā zài huàzhuāng wǔhuì shàng dàizhe miànjù.)
masks definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/mɑːsks/
面具 (mianju)

Coverings for all or part of the face, worn as a disguise, for protection, or for medical reasons.

"Masks can protect against polluted air."

"口罩可以防止污染的空气。" (Kǒuzhào kěyǐ fángzhǐ wūrǎn de kōngqì.)
mass definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B1
/mæs/
质量 (zhìliàng)

a large body of matter with no specific shape; a large number of people or things

"A huge mass of people gathered in the square."

"一大群人聚集在广场上。" (Yī dà qún rén jùjí zài guǎngchǎng shàng.)
massage definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B1
/məˈsɑːʒ/
按摩 (anmo)

to rub and press muscles to relieve pain or tension; to manipulate information

"The therapist will massage your back to reduce muscle tension."

"治疗师会按摩你的背部以减轻肌肉紧张。" (Zhi liao shi hui an mo ni de bei bu yi jian qing ji rou jin zhang.)