conductor
/kənˈdʌktə/ · /kənˈdʌktər/
CEFR level B2Topic ArtsWord #3858 in the learning path
指挥
Definitions
n. Someone who directs an orchestra or choir
指挥
n. A material that allows heat or electricity to pass through
导体
n. Someone who checks or sells tickets on public transport
乘务员；售票员
Example
The conductor raised her arms, and the orchestra fell silent.
指挥举起双臂，管弦乐队随即安静下来。
Copper is an effective conductor of electricity, making it a common material in household wiring.
铜是良好的电导体，因此常被用于家庭电路布线。
Collocations
- an orchestra conductor
- a good conductor of heat
- a train conductor
Word family
- conduct (v.)
- conduction (n.)
- conductive (adj.)
- conductivity (n.)
Usage tip
导体常搭配of heat或of electricity。
FAQ
- What does conductor mean?
- Someone who directs an orchestra or choir A material that allows heat or electricity to pass through Someone who checks or sells tickets on public transport
- How is conductor pronounced?
- UK /kənˈdʌktə/, US /kənˈdʌktər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
