between
/bɪˈtwiːn/
CEFR level A1Topic Daily lifeWord #354 in the learning path
在……之间
Definitions
prep. In the space or period separating people, things, or events.
在……之间
prep. Connecting distinct people or groups, or shared by them.
涉及双方或多方；由…共享
adv. In the space or interval separating things.
在中间；在其间
Example
The cat squeezed between the sofa and the wall.
猫从沙发和墙之间挤了过去。
Cooperation between schools and local businesses can help students develop practical skills before entering employment.
学校与当地企业的合作可以帮助学生在就业前培养实用技能。
Collocations
- between meals
- a link between
- choose between
- between them
Usage tip
between不只限于两者，也可用于多个明确对象之间。
FAQ
- What does between mean?
- In the space or period separating people, things, or events. Connecting distinct people or groups, or shared by them. In the space or interval separating things.
- How is between pronounced?
- UK /bɪˈtwiːn/, US /bɪˈtwiːn/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
