
along
/əˈlɒŋ/ · /əˈlɔːŋ/
CEFR level A2Topic TravelWord #813 in the learning path
沿着;顺着
Definitions
prep. following the length or direction of something
沿着;顺着
adv. forward from one place towards another
向前
adv. with someone when they go somewhere
一起;随同
Example
We walked along the river and watched the ducks.
我们沿着河边散步,看着水里的鸭子。
Planting trees along busy roads can provide shade for pedestrians and improve the appearance of urban areas.
在繁忙道路沿线植树可以为行人遮阴,并改善城市面貌。
Collocations
- along the coast
- come along
- bring someone along
- along with
Usage tip
along沿着长线走;across强调从一边横穿到另一边。
FAQ
- What does along mean?
- following the length or direction of something forward from one place towards another with someone when they go somewhere
- How is along pronounced?
- UK /əˈlɒŋ/, US /əˈlɔːŋ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.