
depart
/dɪˈpɑːt/ · /dɪˈpɑːrt/
CEFR level B1Topic TravelWord #1952 in the learning path
离开;出发
Definitions
v. to leave a place, especially to start a journey
离开;出发
v. to act differently from an established rule or practice
背离;偏离
Example
Our train departs at dawn, so pack your bag tonight.
我们的火车黎明时出发,所以今晚就收拾好行李吧。
Buses that depart regularly from residential areas can reduce commuters' dependence on private cars.
从住宅区定时发车的公交车可以减少通勤者对私家车的依赖。
Collocations
- depart from
- depart for
- depart on time
Word family
- departure (n.)
Synonyms
- leave
Antonyms
- arrive
Usage tip
depart from后接出发地,depart for后接目的地。
FAQ
- What does depart mean?
- to leave a place, especially to start a journey to act differently from an established rule or practice
- How is depart pronounced?
- UK /dɪˈpɑːt/, US /dɪˈpɑːrt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.