
curtain
/ˈkɜːtən/ · /ˈkɜːrtən/
CEFR level A2Topic Daily lifeWord #1604 in the learning path
窗帘;帘子
Definitions
n. hanging fabric used to cover a window or divide space
窗帘;帘子
n. a large hanging cloth that hides or reveals a stage
舞台幕布
Example
She pulled the curtain aside to watch the rain.
她把窗帘拉到一边,看着外面的雨。
Installing a thick curtain over each window can reduce heat loss and improve comfort in older homes.
在每扇窗户上安装厚窗帘,可以减少热量流失,提升老房屋的居住舒适度。
Collocations
- draw the curtains
- shower curtain
- stage curtain
- curtain rail
Usage tip
draw the curtains可指拉开或拉上,需看语境。
FAQ
- What does curtain mean?
- hanging fabric used to cover a window or divide space a large hanging cloth that hides or reveals a stage
- How is curtain pronounced?
- UK /ˈkɜːtən/, US /ˈkɜːrtən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.