courtyard
/ˈkɔːtjɑːd/ · /ˈkɔːrtjɑːrd/
CEFR level B2Topic CityWord #4910 in the learning path
庭院；院子；天井
Definitions
n. an outdoor area partly or completely enclosed by walls or buildings
庭院；院子；天井
Example
We ate breakfast in the courtyard beside a fountain.
我们在庭院的喷泉旁吃了早餐。
Traditional houses with a central courtyard can provide natural ventilation while offering residents a private outdoor space.
带有中央庭院的传统住宅既能自然通风，又能为住户提供私密的户外空间。
Collocations
- central courtyard
- enclosed courtyard
- courtyard garden
Usage tip
强调由建筑或墙围合的露天空间，不等同于花园。
FAQ
- What does courtyard mean?
- an outdoor area partly or completely enclosed by walls or buildings
- How is courtyard pronounced?
- UK /ˈkɔːtjɑːd/, US /ˈkɔːrtjɑːrd/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
