control
/kənˈtrəʊl/ · /kənˈtroʊl/
CEFR level A2Topic Daily lifeWord #939 in the learning path
控制；管理
Definitions
n. The power to direct or limit someone or something.
控制；管理
v. To direct, manage, or limit someone or something.
控制；管理；抑制
n. A device used to operate a machine or vehicle.
操纵装置
Example
Keep control of the kite by holding the string firmly.
抓紧风筝线，控制好风筝。
Stricter control of industrial emissions could improve air quality and reduce health risks in densely populated cities.
更严格地控制工业排放可以改善空气质量，并降低人口密集城市的健康风险。
Collocations
- take control of
- under control
- lose control
- control pollution
Word family
- controlled (adj.)
- uncontrolled (adj.)
- controller (n.)
- controllable (adj.)
Usage tip
过去式controlled、现在分词controlling均双写l。
FAQ
- What does control mean?
- The power to direct or limit someone or something. To direct, manage, or limit someone or something. A device used to operate a machine or vehicle.
- How is control pronounced?
- UK /kənˈtrəʊl/, US /kənˈtroʊl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
