
economy
/ɪˈkɒnəmi/ · /ɪˈkɑːnəmi/
CEFR level B1Topic EconomyWord #2648 in the learning path
经济;经济体
Definitions
n. the system of producing, trading, and using goods and services
经济;经济体
n. careful use of money, time, or resources to avoid waste
节约;节省
Example
Tourists support the local economy by shopping here.
游客在这里购物,为当地经济提供支持。
Investing in renewable energy can strengthen the economy while reducing dependence on imported fuels.
投资可再生能源可以增强经济实力,同时减少对进口燃料的依赖。
Collocations
- local economy
- global economy
- boost the economy
- fuel economy
Word family
- economic (adj.)
- economical (adj.)
- economist (n.)
- economise (v.)
Usage tip
economic指经济的;economical指节省的、划算的。
FAQ
- What does economy mean?
- the system of producing, trading, and using goods and services careful use of money, time, or resources to avoid waste
- How is economy pronounced?
- UK /ɪˈkɒnəmi/, US /ɪˈkɑːnəmi/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.