decorate
/ˈdekəreɪt/
CEFR level B1Topic Daily lifeWord #2590 in the learning path
装饰；布置
Definitions
v. to make something more attractive by adding beautiful things
装饰；布置
v. to paint walls or cover them with wallpaper
粉刷；装修
Example
We decorated the balcony with colourful pots and tiny lights.
我们用彩色花盆和小灯装饰了阳台。
Allowing students to decorate shared learning spaces may increase their sense of ownership and responsibility.
允许学生装饰公共学习空间，可能增强他们的主人翁意识和责任感。
Collocations
- decorate with flowers
- decorate a room
- beautifully decorated
Word family
- decoration (n.)
- decorative (adj.)
- decorator (n.)
Synonyms
- adorn
- embellish
Usage tip
decorate A with B表示用B装饰A。
FAQ
- What does decorate mean?
- to make something more attractive by adding beautiful things to paint walls or cover them with wallpaper
- How is decorate pronounced?
- UK /ˈdekəreɪt/, US /ˈdekəreɪt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
