Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

galaxies definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈɡæl.ək.siːz/
星系 (xingxi)

Large collections of stars, gas, and dust held together by gravity.

"Distant galaxies hold clues about the early universe."

"遥远的星系包含了关于早期宇宙的线索。" (Yaoyuan de xingxi baohan le guanyu zaoqi yuzhou de xiansuo.)
Galaxy definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈɡæləksi/
星系 (xingxi)

A massive system of stars, gas, dust, and dark matter bound together by gravity.

"The Milky Way is the galaxy that contains our solar system."

"银河系是包含我们太阳系的星系。" (Yínhéxì shì bāokuò wǒmen tàiyángxì de xīngxì.)
gallon definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈɡælən/
加仑 (jiālún)

a unit of measurement for liquid capacity, equal to 4 quarts or approximately 3.8 liters

"He bought a gallon of milk."

"他买了一加仑牛奶。" (Tā mǎile yī jiālún niúnǎi.)
gamble definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/ˈɡæmbəl/
赌博 (dǔbó)

to risk money or resources on an uncertain outcome, often in games of chance

"He decided to gamble all his savings on the risky venture."

"他决定将所有的积蓄赌在那个冒险的项目上。" (Tā juédìng jiāng suǒyǒu de jīxù dǔ zài nàgè màoxiǎn de xiàngmù shàng.)
Gambler definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈɡæm.blər/
赌徒 (dǔtú)

a person who gambles regularly, typically someone who cannot resist the urge to gamble

"The experienced gambler knew when to fold his cards and when to bet big."

"经验丰富的赌徒知道什么时候该放弃牌局,什么时候该下大赌注。" (jīngyàn fēngfù de dǔtú zhīdào shénme shíhòu gāi fàngqì páijú, shénme shíhòu gāi xià dà dǔzhù)
gambling definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈɡæmblɪŋ/
赌博 (dǔbó)

the activity of betting money or valuables on an outcome, often involving risk

"He got addicted to gambling at the casino."

"他在赌场上成瘾于赌博。" (Ta zai du chang shang cheng yin yu du bo.)
gameplay definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
ˈɡeɪm.pleɪ
游戏玩法 (youxi wanfa)

The tactical aspects of a game, such as its plot and the way it is played.

"The team's gameplay was innovative."

"该队的游戏玩法具有创新性。" (Gai dui de youxi wanfa juxi chuangxinxing.)
garment definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈɡɑː.mənt/
衣物 (yīwù)

An item of clothing.

"She bought a new garment for the party."

"她为派对买了件新衣物。" (Tā wèi pàiduì mǎi le jiàn xīn yīwù.)
Gateway definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈɡeɪt.weɪ/
入口; 大门 (rùkǒu; dàmén)

an entrance or opening that provides access to a place; a means of achieving a particular state or condition

"The ancient stone gateway served as the entrance to the magnificent palace."

"古老的石门作为通往宏伟宫殿的入口。" (Gǔlǎo de shímén zuòwéi tōngwǎng hóngwěi gōngdiàn de rùkǒu.)
gay definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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gay (ɡeɪ)

adjective B2
/ɡeɪ/
同志 (tongzhi)

sexually attracted to people of the same sex; also used to mean cheerful or lively

"He came out as gay during college."

"他在大学期间公开了自己是同志。" (Ta zai daxue qijian gongkai le ziji shi tongzhi.)
Gaze definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/ɡeɪz/
凝视 (níngshì)

To look steadily and intently at something, usually with admiration, surprise, or thought.

"He gazed at the stars in wonder."

"他惊奇地盯着星星。" (tā jīngqí de dīngzhe xīngxīng.)
gear definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ɡɪə(r)/
装备 / 齿轮 (zhuāngbèi / chǐlún)

Equipment or apparatus for a particular purpose; also a toothed wheel in machinery.

"The climber packed all his gear before starting the journey."

"登山者在开始旅程之前,打包了他所有的装备。" (Dēngshān zhě zài kāishǐ lǚchéng zhīqián, dǎbāo le tā suǒyǒu de zhuāngbèi.)
Gem definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/dʒem/
宝石 (baoshi)

a precious or semi-precious stone, especially when cut and polished or engraved

"She wore a beautiful gem necklace to the party."

"她在派对上戴着一条美丽的宝石项链。" (Ta zai pai dui shang dai zhe yi tiao mei li de baoshi xianglian.)
gene definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/dʒiːn/
基因 (ji yin)

A unit of heredity in living organisms, transferred from parent to offspring, determining traits.

"Eye color is influenced by genes inherited from parents."

"眼睛的颜色受从父母遗传的基因的影响。" (yanjing de yanse shou cong fumu yichuan de jiyin de yingxiang.)
Generosity definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˌdʒɛnəˈrɒsəti/
慷慨 (kanggai)

the quality of being kind and willing to give more than necessary

"Her generosity impressed everyone at the event."

"她的慷慨在活动中给所有人留下了深刻印象。" (Ta de kanggai zai huodong zhong gei suoyouren liuxia le shenke yinxiang.)
generously definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb B2
/ˈdʒenərəsli/
慷慨地 (kangai de)

in a kind, giving, or unselfish manner; in a plentiful or abundant way

"She generously donated money to help the poor."

"她慷慨地捐钱帮助穷人。" (ta kangai de juan qian bangzhu qiongren)
genetic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/dʒəˈnɛtɪk/
遗传的 (yíchuán de)

relating to genes or heredity

"The disease is caused by a genetic mutation."

"这种疾病是由基因突变引起的。" (zhè zhǒng jí bìng shì yóu jī yīn tū biàn yǐn qǐ de.)
genetics definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
dʒəˈnet.ɪks
遗传学 (yíchuánxué)

The study of heredity and the variation of inherited characteristics.

"Genetics plays a pivotal role in healthcare advancements."

"遗传学在医疗保健进步中起着至关重要的作用。" (Yíchuánxué zài yīliáo bǎojiàn jìnbù zhōng qǐzhuó zhìguān zhòngyào de zuòyòng.)
Genius definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈdʒiːniəs/
天才 (tiāncái)

a person with exceptional intellectual or creative ability

"Einstein was a scientific genius."

"爱因斯坦是一个科学天才。" (Ài yīn sī tǎn shì yīgè kēxué tiāncái.)
genre definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈʒɑːn.rə/
类型 (leixing)

a style or category of art, music, or literature

"Romance is her favorite genre of movies."

"浪漫是她最喜欢的电影类型。" (Langman shi ta zui xihuan de dianying leixing.)
genuinely definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb B2
/ˈdʒɛnjʊɪnli/
真心 (zhēn xīn)

in a truthful and sincere way

"She genuinely cares about the environment."

"她真心关心环境。" (Tā zhēn xīn guān xīn huán jìng.)
geographical definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˌdʒiːəˈɡræfɪkəl/
地理的 (dili de)

relating to geography; connected with the physical features, location, or characteristics of the Earth or a particular area

"The country’s geographical position makes it an important trading hub."

"这个国家的地理位置使它成为重要的贸易中心。" (zhege guojia de dili weizhi shi ta chengwei zhongyao de maoyi zhongxin)
geology definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/dʒiˈɒl.ə.dʒi/
地质学 (dìzhìxué)

the science that deals with the Earth's physical structure and substances

"She studied geology to understand earthquakes."

"她学习地质学以了解地震。" (Tā xuéxí dìzhìxué yǐ liǎojiě dìzhèn.)
germ definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/dʒɜːm/
细菌 (xijun)

a microscopic organism, especially one that causes disease

"Washing your hands helps prevent the spread of germs."

"洗手有助于防止细菌传播。" (Xǐshǒu yǒuzhù yú fángzhǐ xìjūn chuánbò.)
Gesture definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈdʒɛs.tʃər/
手势 (shǒushì)

A movement of part of the body, especially the hands or head, to express an idea or meaning.

"She made a friendly gesture to welcome the guests."

"她做了一个友好的手势,欢迎客人。" (Tā zuòle yīgè yǒuhǎo de shǒushì, huānyíng kèrén.)
gestures definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
ˈdʒes.tʃərz
手势 (shǒushì)

Body movements, especially of hands, face, or body when speaking.

"Effective gestures add emphasis to a speech."

"有效的手势为演讲增添了强调。" (Yǒuxiào de shǒushì wèi yǎnjiǎng zēngtiān le qiángdiào.)
Gifted definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈɡɪftɪd/
天赋 (tianfu)

having exceptional talent or natural ability

"The gifted student solved the math problem in seconds."

"那位天赋异禀的学生几秒钟内就解决了数学问题。" (Nà wèi tiānfù yì bǐng de xuéshēng jǐ miǎo zhōng nèi jiù jiějuéle shùxué wèntí.)
gig definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ɡɪɡ/
音乐家、乐队或艺人的现场表演;也指临时工作 (gig)

A live performance by a musician, band, or entertainer; also a temporary job.

"The band has a gig at the local club tonight."

"今晚乐队在当地俱乐部有一个吉格演出。" (Jinwan yuedui zai dangdi juliebu you yige gig yanchu.)
gigantic definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/dʒaɪˈɡæntɪk/
巨大的 (juda de)

Extremely large or huge in size, power, or extent.

"The company made a gigantic investment in technology."

"公司在技术上做出了巨大的投资。" (Gongsi zai jishu shang zuo chule juda de touzi.)
glacier definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈɡleɪʃər/
冰川 (bīngchuān)

a large mass of ice that moves slowly over land

"The glacier is slowly melting due to climate change."

"冰川由于气候变化正在慢慢融化。" (Bīngchuān yóuyú qìhòu biànhuà zhèngzài màn màn rónghuà.)
glamor definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈɡlæmər/
魅力 (meili)

An attractive or exciting quality that makes something or someone appealing.

"The glamor of city life attracts many young people."

"城市生活的魅力吸引了许多年轻人。" (Chéngshì shēnghuó de mèilì xīyǐnle xǔduō niánqīngrén.)
adjective B2
/ˈɡlæm.ər.əs/
迷人的; 魅力四射的; 时尚的; (mí rén de; mèi lì sì shè de; shí shàng de)

having glamour; attractive in an exciting way; fashionable;

"The actress looked glamorous in her designer gown at the awards ceremony."

"那位女演员在颁奖典礼上穿着设计师的礼服,看起来非常迷人。" (Nà wèi nǚ yǎn yuán zài bān jiǎng diǎn lǐ shàng chuān zhuó shè jì shī de lǐ fú, kàn qǐ lái fēi cháng mí rén.)
Glamour definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈɡlæm.ər/
魅力; 吸引力; 魅惑; (mèilì; xīyǐn lì; mèihuò;)

an attractive or exciting quality that makes certain people or things seem appealing; alluring charm

"The glamour of Hollywood attracted young actors from around the world."

"好莱坞的魅力吸引了世界各地的年轻演员。" (Hǎoláiwù de mèilì xīyǐnle shìjiè gèdì de niánqīng yǎnyuán.)
Glare definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/ɡlɛr/
愤怒的目光 / 强烈的光 (fènnù de mùguāng / qiángliè de guāng)

To stare angrily or to shine with a harsh bright light.

"She glared at him for being late."

"她因迟到而怒视他。" (Tā yīn chídào ér nùshì tā.)
Glass-ware definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈɡlɑːs.weər/
玻璃器具 (bo li qi ju)

objects made of glass, especially drinking glasses and decorative objects

"The wedding registry included fine glassware."

"婚礼注册包括精美的玻璃器具。" (hunli zhuce baokuo jingmei de boli qiju.)
Glimpse definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun/verb B2
/ɡlɪmps/
一瞥 (yī piē)

A brief or quick view of something.

"She caught a glimpse of the actor as he left the stage."

"她看到演员离开舞台时的一个瞥见。" (Tā kàn dào yǎnyuán líkāi wǔtái shí de yīgè piējian.)
glitter definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun/verb B2
/ˈɡlɪtər/
闪烁 (shǎn shuò)

To shine with bright, shimmering light; or decorative sparkles.

"Her dress glittered under the stage lights."

"她的裙子在舞台灯光下闪烁。" (Tā de qúnzi zài wǔtái dēngguāng xià shǎnshuò.)
adjective B2
/ˈɡlɪt.ər.ɪŋ/
闪亮的; 闪烁的; 光辉的 (shanliang de; shanshuo de; guanghui de)

shining with bright light; sparkling; brilliant;

"The glittering stars filled the clear night sky."

"闪亮的星星充满了清澈的夜空。" (Shǎnliàng de xīngxīng chōngmǎnle qīngchè de yèkōng.)
global awareness definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈɡloʊbəl əˈwɛrnɪs/
全球意识 (quánqiú yìshí)

Worldwide consciousness and understanding of important issues that affect people globally, leading to informed action and policy changes.

"Global awareness of climate change is essential for policy changes."

"全球气候变化意识对政策变化至关重要。" (Quánqiú qìhòu biànhuà yìshí duì zhèngcè biànhuà zhìguān zhòngyào.)
global collaboration definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
ˈɡloʊbəl kəˌlæbəˈreɪʃən
全球合作 (quanqiu hezuo)

Cooperation and partnership between countries or organizations worldwide to address common challenges.

"Global collaboration is necessary to address climate change."

"全球合作对于应对气候变化至关重要。" (Quanqiu hezuo dui yu ying dui qihou bianhua zhi guan zhongyao.)
global cooperation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
phrase B2
ˈɡləʊ.bəl ˌkəʊ.ɒp.əˈreɪ.ʃən
全球合作 (quanqiu hezuo)

International collaboration and working together across countries to address common challenges and goals.

"Global cooperation is essential to address climate challenges."

"全球合作对于解决气候问题至关重要。" (Quanqiu hezuo duiyu jiejue qihou wenti zhiguang zhongyao.)
global initiatives definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
ˈɡloʊbəl ɪˈnɪʃətɪvz
全球倡议 (quanqiu changyi)

Worldwide efforts or programs aimed at addressing global challenges or achieving common goals.

"Global initiatives inspire better waste management practices."

"全球倡议激发了更好的废物管理实践。" (Quanqiu changyi jifa le geng hao de feiwu guanli shijian.)
global peace definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈɡləʊ.bəl piːs/
全球和平 (quanqiu heping)

Worldwide harmony and absence of conflict between nations.

"Global peace requires collective efforts."

"全球和平需要集体努力。" (Quanqiu heping xuyao jiti nuli.)
globalization definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˌɡloʊbəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/
全球化 (quanqiuhua)

the process by which businesses or other organizations develop international influence or start operating on an international scale

"Globalization has led to increased trade between countries."

"全球化导致了各国之间贸易的增长。" (Quanqiuhua daozhule geguo zhijian maoyi de zengzhang.)
Globe definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ɡloʊb/
地球仪 (diqiuyi)

a spherical model of Earth or another planet; the world itself

"Students used a globe to study the continents."

"学生们用地球仪来学习各大洲。" (Xueshengmen yong diqiuyi lai xuexi ge dazhou.)
gloomy definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈɡluːmi/
阴郁 (yīnyù)

Dark or poorly lit, making it hard to see; also refers to being sad or pessimistic.

"The room was gloomy after the storm."

"风暴过后,房间显得阴郁。" (Fēngbào guòhòu, fángjiān xiǎndé yīnyù.)
Glorious definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈɡlɔː.ri.əs/
辉煌 (hui huang)

having great beauty, magnificence, or deserving admiration and praise

"It was a glorious day filled with sunshine and joy."

"这是一个辉煌的日子,充满了阳光和喜悦。" (Zhè shì yīgè huīhuáng de rìzi, chōngmǎnle yángguāng hé xǐyuè.)
Glory definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈɡlɔːri/
荣耀 (róngyào)

great honor, praise, or fame achieved by doing something remarkable

"The athlete won glory for his country with his performance."

"运动员凭借他的表现为他的国家赢得了荣耀。" (Yùndòngyuán píngjiè tā de biǎoxiàn wèi tā de guójiā yíngdé le róngyào.)
adjective B2
/ˈɡlɒsi/
光泽的 (guangze de)

Shiny and smooth in appearance; attractive on the surface but sometimes lacking depth.

"She bought a glossy magazine from the store."

"她在商店买了一本光泽的杂志。" (Tā zài shāngdiàn mǎile yī běn guāngzé de zázhì.)
verb B2
/ɡloʊ/
发光 (fāguāng)

To shine with a steady light, often softly; to radiate warmth or happiness.

"The lanterns glowed softly in the dark."

"灯笼在黑暗中发光。" (Dēnglóng zài hēi'àn zhōng fāguāng.)