coefficient
/ˌkəʊɪˈfɪʃənt/ · /ˌkoʊɪˈfɪʃənt/
CEFR level C2Topic ScienceWord #7208 in the learning path
系数
Definitions
n. A numerical factor multiplying a variable or measuring a property.
系数
Example
Our teacher explained how the coefficient changes the curve.
老师解释了系数如何改变曲线的形状。
A high correlation coefficient indicates a strong statistical relationship, but it does not necessarily establish causation.
较高的相关系数表明存在较强的统计关联，但不一定能证明因果关系。
Collocations
- correlation coefficient
- coefficient of friction
- thermal expansion coefficient
Usage tip
数学中指系数；相关系数高不代表存在因果关系。
FAQ
- What does coefficient mean?
- A numerical factor multiplying a variable or measuring a property.
- How is coefficient pronounced?
- UK /ˌkəʊɪˈfɪʃənt/, US /ˌkoʊɪˈfɪʃənt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
