Definitions
prep. used to indicate someone's role or something's purpose
作为；以……身份
conj. introduces a time, reason, or way something happens
当……时；因为；如同
adv. used in comparisons to show an equal degree
同样地；一样地
Example
She works as a guide at the local museum.
她在当地博物馆担任讲解员。
As public transport becomes more reliable, fewer commuters may choose to drive to work.
随着公共交通变得更加可靠，选择开车上班的通勤者可能会减少。
Collocations
- work as
- as a result
- as soon as
- as well as
Usage tip
as表示实际身份；like表示相似。重读时读/æz/。
FAQ
- What does as mean?
- used to indicate someone's role or something's purpose introduces a time, reason, or way something happens used in comparisons to show an equal degree
- How is as pronounced?
- UK /əz/, US /əz/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
