acre
/ˈeɪkə/ · /ˈeɪkər/
CEFR level B2Topic EnvironmentWord #4328 in the learning path
英亩
Definitions
n. A unit of land area equal to about 4,047 square metres
英亩
Example
Their vegetable garden covers almost an acre behind the house.
他们屋后的菜园占地近一英亩。
Protecting each acre of wetland helps preserve wildlife habitats and reduces the risk of local flooding.
保护每一英亩湿地都有助于维护野生动物栖息地，并降低当地发生洪灾的风险。
Collocations
- an acre of land
- per acre
- hundreds of acres
Word family
- acreage (n.)
Usage tip
面积单位：1英亩约4047平方米，不等于一公顷。
FAQ
- What does acre mean?
- A unit of land area equal to about 4,047 square metres
- How is acre pronounced?
- UK /ˈeɪkə/, US /ˈeɪkər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
