What does compound mean?

A substance formed from chemically joined elements. An enclosed area containing buildings. To make an existing problem or difficulty worse.

How is compound pronounced?

UK /ˈkɒmpaʊnd/, US /ˈkɑːmpaʊnd/.

/ˈkɒmpaʊnd/ · /ˈkɑːmpaʊnd/

CEFR level B2Topic ScienceWord #4908 in the learning path

化合物

n. A substance formed from chemically joined elements.

化合物

n. An enclosed area containing buildings.

围墙内的场地或建筑群

v. To make an existing problem or difficulty worse.

加重；使恶化

Water is a compound made from hydrogen and oxygen.

水是由氢和氧组成的化合物。

Poor public transport can compound the difficulties faced by people seeking employment in rural areas.

公共交通不便会加重农村地区求职者面临的困难。

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What does compound mean?: A substance formed from chemically joined elements. An enclosed area containing buildings. To make an existing problem or difficulty worse.
How is compound pronounced?: UK /ˈkɒmpaʊnd/, US /ˈkɑːmpaʊnd/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.