clean
/kliːn/
CEFR level A1Topic Daily lifeWord #336 in the learning path
干净的；清洁的
Definitions
adj. Free from dirt, marks, or unwanted substances.
干净的；清洁的
v. To remove dirt or unwanted substances from something.
打扫；清洗
adj. Producing little or no pollution.
清洁无污染的
Example
There are clean towels on the shelf beside you.
你旁边的架子上有干净的毛巾。
Investing in clean energy can reduce air pollution while creating new employment opportunities in developing industries.
投资清洁能源可以减少空气污染，同时在新兴产业中创造就业机会。
Collocations
- keep clean
- clean water
- clean energy
- clean the kitchen
Word family
- cleaner (n.)
- cleanliness (n.)
- cleanly (adv.)
- unclean (adj.)
Synonyms
- spotless
- wash
Antonyms
- dirty
- polluted
Usage tip
clean是干净；clear是清澈或清楚，不能随意互换。
FAQ
- What does clean mean?
- Free from dirt, marks, or unwanted substances. To remove dirt or unwanted substances from something. Producing little or no pollution.
- How is clean pronounced?
- UK /kliːn/, US /kliːn/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
