What does accident mean?

An unexpected event that causes injury or damage. Something that happens without being planned or intended.

How is accident pronounced?

UK /ˈæksɪdənt/, US /ˈæksɪdənt/.

/ˈæksɪdənt/

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事故

n. An unexpected event that causes injury or damage.

事故

n. Something that happens without being planned or intended.

意外；偶然发生的事

Luckily, nobody was hurt in the accident outside our house.

幸好，我们家外面发生的事故没有造成人员受伤。

Better street lighting can reduce the risk of accidents involving cyclists and pedestrians at night.

改善街道照明可以降低夜间涉及骑车人和行人的事故风险。

by accident表示无意中，反义短语是on purpose。

What does accident mean?: An unexpected event that causes injury or damage. Something that happens without being planned or intended.
How is accident pronounced?: UK /ˈæksɪdənt/, US /ˈæksɪdənt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.