【Glossary】

重点词汇语法讲解

Glossary

Article (n.) - A text in a newspaper or magazine. 文章

如：She asked him to contribute a biweekly article on European affairs.

她约他每两周写一篇有关欧洲情况的文稿。

This article discussed the events that led to her suicide.

这篇文章讨论了导致她自杀的一系列事件。

Impressive (adj.) - Causing a positive impression. 令人印象深刻的

如：The report looks impressive but it's really nothing but waffle.

这篇报告貌似冠冕堂皇，实际上空洞无物。

This aircraft's safety record is an impressive testament to its designers' skill.

这种飞机的飞行安全记录令人印象深刻，证明了该机种设计师本领非凡。

To knock down (phrasal v.) - To demolish (a building). 推翻

如：(Having been) Knocked down by a car, he spent a week in the hospital.

被车子撞倒后，他在医院里度过了一星期。

Chef (n.) - A professional cook in a restaurant. 大厨

如：The chef is not interested in Greek food.

厨师对希腊饭不感兴趣。

Roof (n.) - The top, external part of a building. 屋顶