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大学英语四级词表

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按词源结构浏览大学英语四级核心词汇。4,533 个词,本页显示 119 个可用词条。

belief

n

A feeling of being sure that someone or something exists or that something is true

[bɪˈliːf]

believe

v

to be certain that something is true or that someone is telling the truth

[bɪˈliːv]

bell

n

A hollow metal object, typically shaped like a cup, that makes a ringing sound when struck.

[bɛl]

belong

v

to be in the right or suitable place

[bɪˈlɔːŋ]

beloved

adj

loved very much

[bɪˈlʌvɪd; bɪˈlʌvd]

below

prep

in or to a lower position than something

[bɪˈloʊ]

belt

n

a strip of leather, cloth, or other material worn around the waist to support clothes or for decoration

[bɛlt]

bench

n

A long, usually hard seat for two or more people, often found in public places.

[bentʃ]

bend

v

to force something that was straight into an angled or curved shape

[bend]

beneath

prep

in or to a lower position than something, under something

[bɪˈniːθ]

beneficial

adj

producing good or helpful results or effects

[ˌbenɪˈfɪʃl]

benefit

n

An advantage or profit gained from something.

[ˈbɛnəfɪt]

berry

n

A small, round, soft fruit that grows on a bush or a tree and is often eaten as food.

[ˈberi]

beside

prep

At the side of; next to.

[bɪˈsaɪd]

besides

prep

in addition to; apart from.

[bɪˈsaɪdz]

best

adj

of the most excellent or desirable type or quality

[best]

bet

v

To risk money on the result of a game, race, or other uncertain event.

[bɛt]

betray

v

to give information about someone or something to an enemy

[bɪˈtreɪ]

better

adj

Comparative form of 'good'; of a higher quality or more desirable than something else.

[ˈbetər]

between

prep

In the space that separates two things.

[bɪˈtwiːn]

beyond

prep

at or to the further side of something

[biˈɑːnd]

bible

n

The holy book of the Christian religion, consisting of the Old Testament and the New Testament.

[ˈbaɪbl̩]

bicycle

n

a vehicle with two wheels that you ride by pushing its pedals with your feet.

[ˈbaɪsɪkl]

big

adj

Of considerable size, extent, or intensity

[bɪɡ]

bike

n

A two-wheeled vehicle that a person rides by pushing its pedals with their feet.

[baɪk]

bill

n

A written statement of money owed for goods or services.

[bɪl]

billion

n

the number 1,000,000,000

[ˈbɪljən]

bind

v

To tie or fasten something tightly with string, rope, or a similar material.

[baɪnd]

biology

n

The scientific study of living organisms and their life processes.

[baɪˈɑːlədʒi]

bird

n

A warm-blooded animal with feathers, wings, and a beak, which typically lays eggs and can often fly.

[bɜːrd]

birth

n

The event of a baby being born; the process of being born.

[bɜːrθ]

birthday

n

The anniversary of the day on which a person was born, typically celebrated with gifts, a party, or other festivities.

[ˈbɝːθ.deɪ]

biscuit

n

a small, flat, crisp cake made from a mixture of flour, fat, and sugar.

[ˈbɪskɪt]

bit

n

A small piece or amount of something

[bɪt]

bite

v

To cut or grip something with the teeth

[baɪt]

bitter

adj

Having a sharp, pungent taste or smell; not sweet.

[ˈbɪt̬ɚ]

bitterly

adv

In a way that shows strong negative emotion such as anger or disappointment.

[ˈbɪtərli]

black

adj

Having the very darkest colour, like coal or the night sky.

[blæk]

blackboard

n

A large board with a smooth, dark surface, typically fixed to a wall, used in schools for writing on with chalk.

[ˈblækbɔːrd]

blade

n

The flat cutting part of a tool or weapon, such as a knife or sword.

[bleɪd]

blame

v

to think or say that someone or something is responsible for something bad

[bleɪm]

blank

adj

(of a surface or space) not marked or decorated; empty

[blæŋk]

blanket

n

A large piece of cloth, often soft and warm, used for covering oneself, especially in bed.

[ˈblæŋkɪt]

blast

n

A sudden strong rush of air or wind

[blæst]

blaze

n

A very bright, strong flame

[bleɪz]

bleed

v

to lose blood from the body because of an injury or illness

[bliːd]

blend

v

To mix two or more substances together so that they become one substance.

[blɛnd]

bless

v

to ask god to protect someone or something

[blɛs]

blind

adj

Unable to see; lacking the sense of sight.

[blaɪnd]

block

n

a solid piece of hard material, such as wood or stone, with flat sides

[blɑːk]

blood

n

The red liquid that flows through the bodies of humans and animals, carrying oxygen and other substances.

[blʌd]

bloom

n

a flower, especially one cultivated for its beauty.

[bluːm]

blossom

n

A flower or a mass of flowers, especially on a fruit tree or bush

[ˈblɑːsəm]

blow

v

(of wind or air) to move and create currents of air

[bloʊ]

blue

adj

Of the colour of a clear sky or the deep sea on a sunny day.

[bluː]

board

n

A long, thin, flat piece of wood or other hard material, used for floors or other building purposes.

[bɔːrd]

boast

v

To talk with excessive pride about one's achievements, possessions, or abilities.

[boʊst]

boat

n

A small vehicle for travelling on water

[boʊt]

body

n

The physical structure of a person or an animal, including the bones, flesh, and organs

[ˈbɑːdi]

boil

v

(of a liquid) to reach the temperature at which it bubbles and turns to vapor

[bɔɪl]

bold

adj

showing a willingness to take risks; confident and courageous

[boʊld]

bolt

n

a long, thin piece of metal with a flat or rounded head, used with a nut for fastening things together

[boʊlt]

bomb

n

a weapon designed to explode at a particular time or when it is dropped or thrown

[bɑːm]

bond

n

Something that binds, ties, or fastens things together.

[bɑːnd]

bone

n

The hard whitish tissue making up the skeleton in humans and other vertebrates.

[boʊn]

book

n

A set of printed pages that are bound together inside a cover, containing information, a story, or other written material.

[bʊk]

boot

n

A type of footwear that covers the foot and ankle, and sometimes the lower leg.

[buːt]

booth

n

A small, temporary structure used for selling things, displaying things, or providing information, often at a market or fair.

[buːθ]

border

n

The line that divides two countries or areas; the land near this line.

[ˈbɔːrdər]

bore

v

To make someone feel tired and uninterested by being dull or repetitive.

[bɔːr]

born

adj

Existing as a result of birth.

[bɔːrn]

borrow

v

to take and use something that belongs to someone else, with the intention of returning it

[ˈbɔːroʊ]

bosom

n

The front part of a person's chest, especially when thought of as the center of human feelings

[ˈbʊzəm]

boss

n

A person who is in charge of a worker, group, or organization.

[bɑːs]

both

determiner, pronoun

Used to refer to two people or things, regarded and identified together.

[boʊθ]

bother

v

To take the trouble to do something.

[ˈbɑːðər]

bottle

n

A container, typically made of glass or plastic, with a narrow neck, used for storing drinks or other liquids.

[ˈbɑːtl̩]

bottom

n

The lowest part or point of something.

[ˈbɑːtəm]

bough

n

a main branch of a tree

[baʊ]

bounce

v

to spring back after hitting a surface

[baʊns]

bound

v

To move with a series of leaps or springs

[baʊnd]

boundary

n

A real or imagined line that marks the edge or limit of something.

[ˈbaʊnd(ə)ri]

bow

v

to bend the head or upper part of the body as a sign of respect, greeting, or shame

[boʊ]

bowl

n

A round, deep dish or container used for holding food or liquid.

[boʊl]

box

n

A container with a flat base and sides, typically square or rectangular and having a lid

[bɑːks]

boy

n

A male child or young man.

[bɔɪ]

brain

n

The organ inside the head of a person or animal that controls thought, memory, and physical activity.

[breɪn]

brake

n

a device for slowing or stopping a moving vehicle, typically by applying pressure to the wheels.

[breɪk]

branch

n

A part of a tree that grows out from the trunk or from a bough.

[bræntʃ]

brand

n

A type of product made by a particular company under a particular name.

[brænd]

brandy

n

a strong alcoholic drink made from wine

[ˈbrændi]

brass

n

a yellow metal made from copper and zinc

[bræs]

brave

adj

willing to do things that are difficult, dangerous, or painful; not afraid

[breɪv]

bread

n

A food made from flour, water, and usually yeast, mixed together and baked.

[bred]

breadth

n

The distance or measurement from one side of something to the other; width.

[bredθ]

break

v

to separate into pieces suddenly or violently

[breɪk]

breakfast

n

The first meal of the day, usually eaten in the morning.

[ˈbrekfəst]

breast

n

Either of the two soft, rounded parts of a woman's chest that produce milk after she has a baby.

[brɛst]

breath

n

the air that you take into your lungs and send out again

[breθ]

breathe

v

to take air into your lungs and send it out again

[briːð]

breed

v

(of animals) to have sex and produce young

[briːd]

breeze

n

a gentle wind

[briːz]

brick

n

A small, hard rectangular block of baked clay, used for building walls, houses, etc.

[brɪk]

bridge

n

A structure built over a river, road, or railway to allow people and vehicles to cross from one side to the other.

[brɪdʒ]

brief

adj

Lasting only a short time; short.

[briːf]

bright

adj

Giving out or reflecting a lot of light; shining

[braɪt]

brighten

v

to become brighter or more cheerful

[ˈbraɪtn]

brilliant

adj

extremely intelligent or highly skilled

[ˈbrɪl.jənt]

brim

n

The top edge of a container, especially a cup or bowl.

[brɪm]

bring

v

to take or carry someone or something to a place or a person

[brɪŋ]

brisk

adj

quick, energetic, and active

[brɪsk]

bristle

n

A short, stiff hair, typically one of those on an animal's skin or a man's face.

[ˈbrɪs(ə)l]

British

adj

Relating to Great Britain or the United Kingdom, or its people or culture.

[ˈbrɪtɪʃ]

brittle

adj

hard but easily broken

[ˈbrɪtl]

broad

adj

Having a large distance from one side to the other; wide.

[brɑːd]

broadcast

v

To send out a program on television or radio

[ˈbrɔːdkæst]

broken

adj

Having been damaged or separated into pieces, no longer in one piece or in working order.

[ˈbroʊkən]

bronze

n

A hard yellowish-brown metal made by mixing copper and tin.

[brɑːnz]

brood

v

to think a lot about something that makes you sad, worried, or angry

[bruːd]
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