和谐英语

VOA慢速英语:US Considering Action in South China Sea

2015-05-16来源:VOA


词汇讲解:

1. test vt.测验;考查
例句:It is important to test for ripeness.
为求完美,尝试是相当重要的。

2. manufacture vt.制造,生产;捏造
例句:And someone is always ready and eager to manufacture something that will sell.
有人动辄而且总是急于泡制出某种东西来兜售。

3. explain vt.讲解,解释
例句:Would you please explain the theme in detail?
您是否能详细地说明一下主题?

4. recognize vt.认出;识别
例句:Shape is the primary way we recognize what an object is.
形状是我们辨识物体的最主要方式。

5. prepare vt.准备;预备
例句:They prepare plans for building.
他们为建筑工程而制作计划。

6. ensure vt.确保;担保
例句:Wash regularly to ensure personal hygiene.
要经常洗澡以保证个人卫生。

7. enforce vt.强迫服从;实施
例句:Don't enforce your will on the child, please.
请别把你的意愿强加给这孩子。

8. explore vi.勘查, 探测
例句:In 1925, Picasso began to explore an uncharted world.
1925年,毕加索开始探索尚未被描绘的世界。