embark
/ɪmˈbɑːk/ · /ɪmˈbɑːrk/
CEFR level C1Topic WorkWord #6520 in the learning path
开始从事；着手
Definitions
v. To begin a project, activity, or course of action
开始从事；着手
v. To board a ship or aircraft for a journey
上船；登机
Example
We are ready to embark on our kitchen renovation.
我们准备开始翻修厨房了。
Before students embark on professional training, they should consider both their interests and future employment opportunities.
学生在开始职业培训前，应兼顾自身兴趣和未来就业机会。
Collocations
- embark on a project
- embark on a career
- embark on a journey
Word family
- embarkation (n.)
- disembark (v.)
Synonyms
- begin
- commence
Usage tip
表示着手做某事时，用embark on或upon。
FAQ
- What does embark mean?
- To begin a project, activity, or course of action To board a ship or aircraft for a journey
- How is embark pronounced?
- UK /ɪmˈbɑːk/, US /ɪmˈbɑːrk/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
