
Definitions
conj. Connects words or statements that belong together.
和;并且
conj. Connects an action with what follows or results from it.
然后;就
Example
I bought fresh bread and cheese for our picnic.
我为我们的野餐买了新鲜面包和奶酪。
Governments should invest in public transport and encourage cycling to reduce congestion in growing cities.
政府应投资公共交通并鼓励骑行,以缓解发展中城市的交通拥堵。
Collocations
- both ... and ...
- and so on
- more and more
- again and again
Usage tip
连接并列成分时注意结构一致;口语常弱读/ən/。
FAQ
- What does and mean?
- Connects words or statements that belong together. Connects an action with what follows or results from it.
- How is and pronounced?
- UK /ænd/, US /ænd/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.