Definitions
n. The mixture of gases surrounding Earth that people breathe.
空气
n. A particular quality that someone or something seems to have.
神态；气氛
v. To let fresh air in, or express views publicly.
使通风；公开表达
Example
I opened the window to let fresh air in.
我打开窗户，让新鲜空气进来。
Improving air quality in cities requires cleaner transport and stricter controls on industrial emissions.
改善城市空气质量需要更清洁的交通方式，以及对工业排放更严格的管控。
Collocations
- fresh air
- air pollution
- an air of confidence
- air concerns
Word family
- airy (adj.)
- airless (adj.)
Usage tip
表示空气时不可数；an air of表示“带有某种气质”。
FAQ
- What does air mean?
- The mixture of gases surrounding Earth that people breathe. A particular quality that someone or something seems to have. To let fresh air in, or express views publicly.
- How is air pronounced?
- UK /eə/, US /er/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
