Vocabularies

English Vocabulary Dictionary | Word Meanings, Definitions & Examples

self-control definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
ˌsɛlf.kənˈtrəʊl
自我控制 (zi wo kong zhi)

The ability to control one's emotions, behavior, and desires in order to obtain some reward, or avoid some punishment, typically in the longer term.

"Self-control is important for maintaining a balanced life."

"自我控制对保持平衡的生活很重要。" (Zi wo kong zhi dui bao chi ping heng de sheng huo hen zhong yao.)
self-discipline definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈsɛlf ˈdɪsɪplɪn/
自律 (zì lǜ)

The ability to control one's feelings and overcome one's weaknesses; the ability to pursue what one thinks is right despite temptations to abandon it.

"Self-discipline is essential for achieving long-term goals."

"自律对实现长期目标至关重要。" (Zì lǜ duì shíxiàn chángqī mùbiāo zhìguān zhòngyào.)
self-esteem definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˌsɛlf ɪˈstiːm/
自尊 (zizun)

confidence in one's own worth or abilities; self-respect

"Building self-esteem takes time and consistent effort."

"建立自尊需要时间和持续的努力。" (Jianli zizun xuyao shijian he chixu de nuli.)
self-reliance definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
sɛlf rɪˈlaɪ.əns
自给自足 (zì jǐ zì zú)

Reliance on one's own powers and resources rather than those of others; independence.

"Self-reliance helps build confidence."

"自给自足帮助建立自信。" (Zì jǐ zì zú bāngzhù jiànlì zìxìn.)
noun B2
/ˌsɛlf rɪˈspɛkt/
自尊 (zizun)

A feeling of pride and confidence in oneself; self-worth.

"She refused to compromise her self-respect by accepting unfair treatment."

"她拒绝通过接受不公平的待遇来妥协自己的自尊。" (Tā jùjué tōngguò jiēshòu bù gōngpíng de dàiyù lái tuǒxié zìjǐ de zìzūn.)
adjective B2
/self səˈfɪʃənt/
自给自足 (ziji zizu)

able to provide for oneself without depending on others

"The farm is completely self-sufficient in producing vegetables."

"这个农场在蔬菜生产方面完全自给自足。" (Zhege nongchang zai shucai shengchan fangmian wanquan ziji zizu.)
adverb B2
/ˈsel.fɪʃ.li/
自私地 (zìsī de)

in a selfish manner; caring only about oneself

"He selfishly took all the cookies."

"他自私地拿走了所有饼干。" (Tā zìsī de názǒu le suǒyǒu bǐnggān)
noun B2
/ˈsɛm.iˌsɜːr.kəl/
半圆 (bàn yuán)

Half of a circle or something shaped like half of a circle.

"The students sat in a semicircle around the teacher."

"学生们围绕老师坐成半圆形。" (Xuesheng men weirao laoshi zuo cheng banyuanxing.)
seminar definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈsɛm.ɪ.nɑːr/
研讨会 (yántǎo huì)

A meeting for discussion or training, especially in an academic setting.

"The professor invited all students to attend the seminar on climate change."

"教授邀请所有学生参加关于气候变化的研讨会。" (Jiàoshòu yāoqǐng suǒyǒu xuéshēng cānjiā guānyú qìhòu biànhuà de yántǎo huì.)
senate definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈsɛnət/
参议院 (cān yì yuàn)

a legislative or governing body, typically the upper chamber in a bicameral legislature

"The senate voted in favor of the new healthcare bill."

"参议院投票支持新的医疗保健法案。" (Cān yì yuàn tóupiào zhīchí xīn de yīliáo bǎojiàn fǎ'àn.)
senator definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
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senator (参议员)

noun B2
/ˈsɛnətər/
参议员 (cān yì yuán)

a member of a senate, especially in a legislative body

"The senator spoke passionately about environmental policies."

"参议员激情地谈论环境政策。" (Can yiyuan jixing de tanlun huanjing zhengce.)
Sensation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/sɛnˈseɪʃən/
轰动 (hongdong)

A physical feeling or a strong reaction of excitement and interest.

"The singer became a sensation overnight."

"歌手一夜之间成为轰动一时的明星。" (Gēshǒu yīyè zhī jiān chéngwéi hōngdòng yī shí de míngxīng.)
adjective B2
/sɛnˈseɪʃənəl/
轰动 (hōngdòng)

Causing great public interest and excitement; outstanding or impressive.

"The team had a sensational victory in the finals."

"球队在决赛中取得了轰动性的胜利。" (Qiú duì zài juésài zhōng qǔdéle hōngdòngxìng de shènglì.)
sensitivity definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˌsɛnsɪˈtɪvɪti/
敏感性 (mǐn gǎn xìng)

the quality of being sensitive; ability to detect or respond to slight changes or emotions

"Her sensitivity to others' feelings makes her a good friend."

"她对他人感受的敏感性使她成为一个好朋友。" (Tā duì tārén gǎnshòu de mǐn gǎn xìng shǐ tā chéngwéi yī gè hǎo péngyǒu.)
sensor definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈsɛnsər/
幸福 (xìng fú)

a device that detects or measures a physical property and records, indicates, or responds to it

"The motion sensor turned on the light automatically."

"当她获得奖项时,她无法掩饰自己的幸福。" (Dāng tā huò dé jiǎng xiàng shí, tā wú fǎ yǎn shì zì jǐ de xìng fú.)
Sentiment definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈsɛntɪmənt/
情感 (qinggan)

a view or opinion that is based on emotion rather than reason

"Public sentiment was against the new law."

"公众的情感反对新法律。" (Gongzhong de qinggan fandui xin falu.)
adjective B2
/ˌsɛntɪˈmɛntəl/
感伤的 (gǎnshāng de)

Having or showing tender, emotional feelings, often excessively.

"She kept the old letters for sentimental reasons."

"她因为感伤的原因保存了那些旧信件。" (Tā yīnwèi gǎnshāng de yuányīn bǎocúnle nàxiē jiù xìnjiàn.)
separately definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb B2
/ˈsɛp.ər.ət.li/
分别地 (fenbie de)

in a way that is apart or individually; not together

"They decided to travel separately to the conference."

"他们决定分别前往会议。" (Tamen jueding fenbie qianwang huiyi.)
Separation definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˌsɛpəˈreɪʃən/
分离 (fenli)

the act of moving or being moved apart; a division or disconnection

"The separation of the two friends was difficult for both of them."

"两位朋友的分离对他们俩来说都很困难。" (Liang wei pengyou de fenli dui tamen lia laishuo dou hen kunnan.)
Sequel definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈsiːkwəl/
续集 (xu ji)

A published, broadcast, or recorded work that continues the story or develops the theme of an earlier one.

"The movie's sequel was even more successful than the original."

"电影的续集比原作更成功。" (Dianying de xuji bi yuanzuoge geng chenggong.)
Sequence definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈsiːkwəns/
顺序 (shùn xù)

A particular order in which related things follow each other.

"The magician asked us to remember the sequence of cards."

"魔术师要求我们记住卡片的顺序。" (Móshùshī yāoqiú wǒmen jìzhù kǎpiàn de shùnxù.)
noun B2
/ˈsɑːrdʒənt/
中士 (zhong shi)

A rank of non-commissioned officer in the armed forces or police.

"The sergeant gave orders to the soldiers before the mission."

"中士在任务前向士兵发出命令。" (Zhong shi zai renwu qian xiang shibing fachu mingling.)
Serial definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈsɪəriəl/
连续 (lianxu)

occurring in a series or sequence

"The serial killer was apprehended after a long investigation."

"连环杀手在长时间调查后被捕。" (Lianhuan shashou zai chang shijian diaocha hou bei bu.)
Seriousness definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈsɪr.i.əs.nəs/
严肃; 重要 (yánsù; zhòngyào)

the quality of being serious; gravity; importance

"The seriousness of the situation became clear when the doctor spoke."

"当医生说话时,情况的严肃性变得明显。" (dāng yīshēng shuōhuà shí, qíngkuàng de yánsùxìng biàn dé míngxiǎn.)
serving definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈsɜːvɪŋ/
(fen)

a portion of food for one person; the act of giving food or drink to someone

"He ate a large serving of rice and curry."

"他吃了一大份米饭和咖喱。" (Ta chi le yi da fen mifan he gali.)
Sesame Seeds definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈsɛsəmi sidz/
芝麻种子 (zhī má zhǒng zǐ)

small edible seeds from the sesame plant used in cooking and baking

"Sprinkle sesame seeds on top of the bread before baking."

"在面包上撒上芝麻种子,然后烘烤。" (Zài miànbāo shàng sā shàng zhī má zhǒng zǐ, ránhòu hōng kǎo.)
Settlement definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈsɛtlmənt/
协议 (xieyi)

an agreement reached after a dispute, or a community or area where people establish a home

"The settlement between the companies was finalized after months of talks."

"公司之间的协议在几个月的谈判后最终达成。" (Gongsi zhijian de xieyi zai ji ge yue de tanpan hou zhongyao dacheng.)
settler definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈsɛtlər/
定居者 (dìngjū zhě)

a person who settles in a new area or land

"The settlers arrived in the new town and started building homes."

"定居者们抵达新城市并开始建造房屋。" (Dìngjū zhěmen dǐdá xīn chéngshì bìng kāishǐ jiànzào fángwū.)
seven habits definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
phrase B2
ˈsɛvən ˈhæbɪts
七个习惯 (qī gè xíguàn)

Regular behaviors or actions that are done consistently over time, specifically referring to a set of seven key practices.

"Even habits help in maintaining a balanced lifestyle."

"即使是习惯也有助于保持平衡的生活方式。" (Jíshǐ shì xíguàn yě yǒuzhù yú bǎochí pínghéng de shēnghuó fāngshì.)
Seven Wonders definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
ˈsɛv.ən ˈwʌn.dərz
世界七大奇迹 (shìjiè qī dà qíjì)

The seven most remarkable and famous structures in the world, representing architectural feats and cultural significance.

"The Seven Wonders of the world reflect human brilliance."

"世界七大奇迹反映了人类的辉煌。" (Shìjiè qī dà qíjì fǎnyìng le rénlèi de huīhuáng.)
severe definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/sɪˈvɪər/
严重的 (yánzhòng de)

very serious, harsh, or intense

"The storm caused severe damage to the village."

"暴风雨对村庄造成了严重的损害。" (Bàofēngyǔ duì cūnzhuāng zàochéngle yánzhòng de sǔnhài.)
severely definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb B2
/sɪˈvɪərli/
严重地 (yan zhong di)

to a great degree; very seriously or harshly

"The patient was severely injured in the accident."

"患者在事故中受了重伤。" (Huan zhe zai shi gu zhong shou le zhong shang.)
Severity definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/sɪˈvɛrɪti/
严重性 (yánzhòngxìng)

the quality of being very serious or harsh

"The doctor explained the severity of the disease."

"医生解释了这种疾病的严重性。" (Yīshēng jiěshìle zhè zhǒng jíbìng de yánzhòngxìng.)
sew definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/səʊ/
幸福 (xìngfú)

to join pieces of fabric or material together using a needle and thread

"She learned to sew her own clothes at an early age."

"她在获得奖项时无法掩饰她的快乐。" (Tā zài huòdé jiǎngxiàng shí wúfǎ yǎnshì tā de kuàilè.)
sewing definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun/verb B2
/ˈsoʊ.ɪŋ/
缝纫 (fengren)

The activity or skill of joining fabric using a needle and thread

"She enjoys sewing her own clothes on weekends."

"她喜欢在周末缝制自己的衣服。" (Ta xihuan zai zhoumo fengzhi ziji de yifu.)
sexual definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈsɛkʃʊəl/
性行为 (xing xingwei)

relating to the instincts, physiological processes, and activities connected with physical attraction or intimate physical contact between individuals

"The sexual health of individuals is an important topic in modern medicine."

"个体的性健康是现代医学中的一个重要话题。" (Geti de xing jiankang shi xiandai yixue zhong de yige zhongyao huati.)
sexuality definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˌsɛkʃuˈæləti/
性别认同 (xìngbié rèntóng)

a person's capacity for sexual feelings and orientation

"She spoke openly about her sexuality and identity."

"她公开谈论了她的性别认同和身份。" (Tā gōngkāi tánlùnle tā de xìngbié rèntóng hé shēnfèn.)
sexually definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb B2
/ˈsɛkʃuəli/
性行为 (xìng xíngwéi)

in a way that relates to or involves sexual activity or feelings

"The film was considered too sexually explicit for young audiences."

"这部电影被认为对年轻观众来说过于性行为露骨。" (Zhè bù diànyǐng bèi rènwéi duì niánqīng guānzhòng lái shuō guòyú xìng xíngwéi lùgǔ.)
sexy definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈsɛksi/
性感的 (xìnggǎn de)

sexually attractive or exciting

"She wore a sexy red dress to the party."

"她穿着一条性感的红色连衣裙去参加派对。" (Tā chuānzhuó yītiáo xìnggǎn de hóngsè liányīqún qù cānjiā pàiduì.)
adjective B2
/ˈʃæbi/
破旧 (pojiu)

In poor condition through long use or lack of care; of low quality.

"The hotel room looked shabby and old-fashioned."

"酒店的房间看起来破旧而过时。" (Jiǔdiàn de fángjiān kàn qǐlái pòjiù ér guòshí.)
shaded area definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
ˈʃeɪdɪd ˈɛəriə
遮阳区 (zhē yáng qū)

An area that is protected from direct sunlight.

"We sat in a shaded area by the riverbank."

"我们坐在河岸的遮阳区。" (Wǒmen zuò zài hé'àn de zhē yáng qū.)
adjective B2
/ˈʃeɪ.di/
有阴影的; 可疑的; 不诚实的; (yǒu yīnyǐng de; kěyí de; bù chéngshí de)

providing shade; dishonest; suspicious

"The shady businessman made a suspicious deal."

"那个有阴影的商人做了一笔可疑的交易。" (Nàgè yǒu yīnyǐng de shāngrén zuòle yī bǐ kěyí de jiāoyì.)
adjective B2
/ˈʃeɪ.ki/
不稳定的; 发抖的; 不可靠的; 弱的 (bù wěndìng de; fādǒu de; bù kěkào de; ruò de)

unstable; trembling; unreliable; weak

"His voice was shaky with nervousness."

"他的声音因紧张而颤抖。" (Tā de shēngyīn yīn jǐnzhāng ér chàndǒu.)
Shallow definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adjective B2
/ˈʃæl.oʊ/
(qian)

not deep; lacking depth of thought or feeling

"The children played in the shallow water near the shore."

"孩子们在靠近岸边的浅水中玩耍。" (Haizimen zai kaojin anbian de qianshui zhong wanshua.)
adjective B2
/ˈʃeɪm.fəl/
可耻的; 不光彩的; 令人尴尬的 (kěchǐ de; bù guāngcǎi de; lìng rén gāngà de)

causing shame; disgraceful; embarrassing

"His shameful behavior embarrassed the entire family."

"他可耻的行为让整个家庭感到尴尬。" (Tā kěchǐ de xíngwéi ràng zhěnggè jiātíng gǎndào gāngà.)
shareholder definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
noun B2
/ˈʃɛərˌhoʊldər/
股东 (gǔdōng)

an individual or organization that owns shares in a company

"Each shareholder has the right to vote at the annual meeting."

"每个股东都有权在年度大会上投票。" (Měi gè gǔdōng dōu yǒu quán zài nián dù dà huì shàng tóu piào.)
sharply definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
adverb B2
/ˈʃɑːrpli/
急剧地 (jíjù de)

suddenly and strongly; in a cutting or intense way

"Prices rose sharply after the announcement."

"价格在公告后急剧上涨。" (Jiàgé zài gōnggào hòu jíjù shàngzhǎng.)
shatter definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/ˈʃætər/
打碎 (dǎ suì)

To break suddenly into many small pieces.

"The glass will shatter if you drop it."

"玻璃会碎掉,如果你把它摔下去。" (Bōlí huì suì diào, rúguǒ nǐ bǎ tā shuāi xiàqù.)
verb, noun B2
/ʃeɪv/
刮胡子 (gua huzi)

To remove hair from the body, typically using a razor; the act of removing hair

"He likes to shave every morning before work."

"他喜欢每天上班前刮胡子。" (Ta xihuan meitian shangban qian gua huzi)
shed definition card — visual illustration of the meaning
verb B2
/ʃɛd/
掉落 (diao luo)

to let something fall off naturally, such as leaves, hair, or tears

"Trees shed their leaves in autumn."

"树木在秋天落叶。" (Shumu zai qiutian luoye.)