beneath
/bɪˈniːθ/
CEFR level B2Topic Daily lifeWord #3364 in the learning path
在……下面
Definitions
prep. In or to a position directly below something.
在……下面
prep. Considered too low in status or value for someone.
有失身份；不值得
adv. In or to a lower position.
在下方
Example
Our cat slept beneath the table during dinner.
我们吃晚饭时，猫在桌子下面睡觉。
Beneath the city's busy streets, an extensive railway network allows residents to travel efficiently.
在这座城市繁忙的街道下，庞大的铁路网络让居民能够高效出行。
Collocations
- beneath the surface
- beneath your dignity
- beneath the waves
Synonyms
- below
- under
Antonyms
- above
Usage tip
比under更正式；beneath也可表示有失身份。
FAQ
- What does beneath mean?
- In or to a position directly below something. Considered too low in status or value for someone. In or to a lower position.
- How is beneath pronounced?
- UK /bɪˈniːθ/, US /bɪˈniːθ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
