council
/ˈkaʊnsəl/
CEFR level B1Topic GovernmentWord #3289 in the learning path
地方议会；委员会
Definitions
n. A group chosen to govern an area or manage affairs.
地方议会；委员会
Example
The local council repaired the playground near our house.
地方议会修好了我们家附近的游乐场。
The city council should consult residents before approving developments that could affect public green spaces.
市议会在批准可能影响公共绿地的开发项目之前，应征询居民意见。
Collocations
- local council
- city council
- council member
- student council
Word family
- councillor (n.)
Usage tip
council指议会或委员会；counsel指建议或劝告。
FAQ
- What does council mean?
- A group chosen to govern an area or manage affairs.
- How is council pronounced?
- UK /ˈkaʊnsəl/, US /ˈkaʊnsəl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
