cheer
/tʃɪə/ · /tʃɪr/
CEFR level B1Topic EmotionWord #3068 in the learning path
欢呼；喝彩
Definitions
v. shout happily to show approval or encouragement
欢呼；喝彩
n. a loud shout expressing happiness, approval, or encouragement
欢呼声；喝彩声
v. make someone feel happier or more hopeful
使振奋；使高兴
Example
We cheered as our neighbour crossed the finish line.
邻居冲过终点线时，我们欢呼起来。
When spectators cheer for every participant, community sporting events can foster a stronger sense of belonging.
当观众为每位参与者喝彩时，社区体育活动能培养更强的归属感。
Collocations
- cheer someone on
- cheer someone up
- a loud cheer
- cheer for a team
Word family
- cheerful (adj.)
- cheerfully (adv.)
- cheerfulness (n.)
- cheerless (adj.)
Synonyms
- applaud
- encourage
Antonyms
- boo
Usage tip
cheer on指加油助威；cheer up指振作或使高兴。
FAQ
- What does cheer mean?
- shout happily to show approval or encouragement a loud shout expressing happiness, approval, or encouragement make someone feel happier or more hopeful
- How is cheer pronounced?
- UK /tʃɪə/, US /tʃɪr/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
