November 31, 2023

2雅思词汇解析 | | 栏目推送说明

雅思词汇解析，释义到用法，清清楚楚

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本期作者：张悦

本周我们来与电子产品有关的词汇：

1. sleek /sliːk/

adj. (车辆；产品)外形流畅雅致的，造型优美的

e.g. The new laptop has asleek and modern design, making it visually appealing.

e.g. Vanmoof, a Dutch bicycle-maker, is known forsleek designsand clever advertising.

补充：visually appealing 具有视觉吸引力的

sleek也可以用来描述建筑风格：

The interior of thesleek skyscraperwas equally impressive, with state-of-the-art offices and panoramic views of the surrounding cityscape.

补充：skyscraper 摩天大楼

state-of-the-art 使用最先进技术的;

panoramic view 全景

2. versatile /'vɜːsətaɪl/

adj. 有多种用途的;多功能的

e.g. Tablets have become increasingly versatile, serving as both entertainment and productivity tools.

e.g. The versatile software allows users to edit photos, create documents, and even design graphics with ease.

补充：with ease 不费力地；轻松地

versatile 也可以用来形容人多才多艺的, 用于口语话题中描述人：

e.g. She is a versatile actress who has played a wide range of roles.

e.g. My classmate John is a very versatile person. For example, he plays six musical instruments.

3. cutting-edging

adj. 最前沿的;最先进的;尖端的

搭配：cutting-edge design/technology/ software

e.g. Cutting-edge robotics technology is being used in manufacturing processes to improve precision and speed on the production line.

口语话题：How do you get to know about scientific news?

I stay updated with cutting-edge devices, like the latest smartphones or smartwatches by following tech giants on social media.

补充：tech giants 科技巨头

syn. state-of-the-art / advanced

e.g. The communications system is highly advanced.

4. game changer

[phrase]带来革命性变化; 带来颠覆性变化的人或者事物

e.g. The invention of the internet was a true game changer, connecting people globally and revolutionizing the way information is shared and accessed.

e.g. The invention of smartphones is a real game changer in communication, transforming the way we connect with others and access information on the go.

补充：on the go 忙个不停，四处奔走

通过以上例句，表示带来巨大改变的表达还有：revolutionize / transform

adj. game-changing

In the world of technology, the advent of 5G connectivity is expected to be game-changing, unlocking faster and more reliable communication.

以上就是今天的词汇，我们下期见。