Vocabulary Cards
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B2 noun
Spark
火花
Meaning
a small fiery particle thrown off from a fire; a flash of light; something that triggers or initiates
Example
A spark from the campfire ignited the dry leaves.
B1 noun
Sparrow
麻雀
Meaning
small brown and grey bird commonly found in cities and towns
Example
The sparrow chirped cheerfully from the tree branch.
C1 adjective
sparse
稀少
Meaning
thinly scattered or distributed; not dense or abundant
Example
Vegetation was sparse in the desert.
C1 adjective
spartan
斯巴达式
Meaning
showing simplicity and lack of luxury; austere
Example
He lived in a spartan room with just a bed and a chair.
C2 adjective
spasmodic
痉挛性
Meaning
occurring irregularly or in sudden bursts
Example
The patient experienced spasmodic coughing during the night.
C1 noun
spat
小争吵
Meaning
a short, petty quarrel or argument
Example
They had a brief spat about who should do the dishes.
C1 noun
spate
浪潮
Meaning
a large number of things occurring in quick succession
Example
There has been a spate of robberies in the city.
C1 adjective
spatial
空间的
Meaning
relating to space or the position, area, and size of things
Example
The scientist studied the spatial arrangement of stars.
B2 noun
Spatula
刮刀
Meaning
a kitchen utensil with a flat, flexible blade used for mixing, spreading, or lifting food
Example
I used a spatula to flip the pancakes in the pan.
C1 verb
spawn
产生
Meaning
to produce or generate, often in large numbers
Example
The video game has spawned many sequels.
A1 verb
speak
说
Meaning
to say words; to communicate verbally
Example
She can speak three languages fluently.
A2 noun
speaker
演讲者
Meaning
a person who speaks or talks, especially as an occupation
Example
The speaker delivered an inspiring speech at the conference.
C1 verb
spearhead
领导
Meaning
to lead or initiate an action, project, or movement
Example
She spearheaded the campaign for environmental awareness.
A1 adjective
special
特别
Meaning
different from what is usual; better or greater than normal
Example
This gift is very special to me.
B1 noun
Specialist
专家
Meaning
a person who has specialized knowledge or training in a particular area; an expert
Example
She consulted a heart specialist about her condition.
B2 noun
Speciality
专长
Meaning
a particular area of activity or interest that someone focuses on; expertise in a specific field
Example
His speciality is Italian cuisine.
B2 verb
specialize
专攻
Meaning
to focus on a particular subject or activity and become an expert in it
Example
He decided to specialize in cardiology.
B2 adjective
specialized
专门的
Meaning
designed or developed for a particular purpose or function
Example
He has a specialized knowledge of ancient civilizations.
B1 adverb
Specially
特别
Meaning
for a particular purpose; especially; specifically
Example
This gift was specially made for you.
B2 noun
specialty
专长
Meaning
a particular area of study, work, or interest; something in which a person or place excels
Example
Her specialty is pediatric medicine.
C1 noun
specie
硬币
Meaning
money in the form of coins rather than notes or credit
Example
The transaction was made in specie.
B1 noun
Species
物种; 类型
Meaning
a group of living organisms that can reproduce with each other; a type or kind
Example
The Amazon rainforest is home to thousands of animal species.
B1 adjective
specific
具体的
Meaning
Clearly defined or identified; particular; exact.
Example
Make a specific plan to beat procrastination.
B1 adverb
specifically
特别地
Meaning
in a clear and exact way
Example
He was specifically asked to handle the finances.