和谐英语

VOA慢速英语:How Does it Feel Not to Be Famous Anymore?

2013-10-28来源:VOA

 

词汇讲解:

1. recognize vt.认出;识别
例句:The software can recognize faces in photos and videos.
这款软件可以通过照片和视频识别人脸。

2. appear vi.出现,显现
例句:It makes you appear confident and in control.
它会让你显得自信和易于控制。

3. excited adj.兴奋的,激动的
例句:I was so excited I forgot to introduce myself.
我当时太激动了忘了自我介绍。

4. convention n.会议;全体与会者
例句:Chicago will stage some events in its convention centre.
芝加哥将会在其会议中心举办若干场赛事。

5. avoid vt.避开,避免
例句:To avoid getting wet, drivers must drive gently.
为了防止弄湿自己,司机必须小心驾驶。

6. define vt.规定;使明确
例句:Brazil and india define themselves as non-aligned developing economies.
巴西和印度定义自身为不结盟发展中国家。

7. worthless adj.无价值的,不值钱的
例句:But the brands themselves are practically worthless.
但品牌本身真的是一文不值。

8. fame n.名声;名望
例句:The fame galileo sought and obtained, he earned.
伽利略追求和获得的名声都是他赢得的。