Definitions
n. a severe shortage of food affecting many people
饥荒
Example
Our community sent food to families affected by famine.
我们社区向遭受饥荒的家庭运送了食物。
Prolonged drought can lead to famine when farming communities lack reliable irrigation systems and emergency food reserves.
当农业社区缺乏可靠的灌溉系统和应急粮食储备时，长期干旱可能导致饥荒。
Collocations
- widespread famine
- famine relief
- prevent famine
Usage tip
famine指大范围粮食匮乏；个人饥饿用hunger。
FAQ
- What does famine mean?
- a severe shortage of food affecting many people
- How is famine pronounced?
- UK /ˈfæmɪn/, US /ˈfæmɪn/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
