Word:
Definition: a single distinct meaningful element of speech or writing, used with others (or sometimes alone) to form a sentence and typically shown with a space on either side when written or printed.
Pronunciation: /wəːd/
Usage: A word is a unit of language that carries meaning and can be combined with other words to form sentences. It is the basic building block of communication.
Example:
1. I love reading books. (我喜欢阅读书籍。)
2. The English language has over one million words. (英语拥有超过一百万个单词。)
3. Can you spell this word for me? (你能为我拼写这个单词吗?)
4. She couldn't find the right words to express her feelings. (她找不到合适的词语来表达自己的感受。)
5. The word "love" has many different meanings in different contexts. (在不同的语境中,“爱”这个词有许多不同的含义。)
Synonyms: term, expression, vocabulary, lexeme
Editor's Summary:
A word is a fundamental unit of language that carries meaning and can be combined with other words to form sentences. It is essential for communication and has countless synonyms that can be used interchangeably in different contexts.