first-rate
/ˌfɜːst ˈreɪt/ · /ˌfɜːrst ˈreɪt/
CEFR level C1Topic WorkWord #6894 in the learning path
一流的；极好的
Definitions
adj. Of excellent quality or exceptionally high ability.
一流的；极好的
Example
The small restaurant serves first-rate food at reasonable prices.
这家小餐馆的菜品一流，价格也合理。
Access to first-rate training enables young workers to develop skills that employers increasingly value.
获得一流培训的机会能让年轻劳动者培养雇主日益看重的技能。
Collocations
- first-rate service
- a first-rate education
- a first-rate performance
Synonyms
- excellent
- outstanding
- superb
Antonyms
- second-rate
- inferior
Usage tip
first-rate表示质量一流，不是“第一次评价”。
FAQ
- What does first-rate mean?
- Of excellent quality or exceptionally high ability.
- How is first-rate pronounced?
- UK /ˌfɜːst ˈreɪt/, US /ˌfɜːrst ˈreɪt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
