hallmark
/ˈhɔːlmɑːk/ · /ˈhɔːlmɑːrk/
CEFR level C1Topic ThinkingWord #6750 in the learning path
典型特征；标志
Definitions
n. A distinctive quality that characterises someone or something
典型特征；标志
n. An official mark showing the purity of a precious metal
贵金属纯度检验印记
Example
Fresh ingredients are the hallmark of my grandmother's cooking.
新鲜食材是我祖母做菜的一大特色。
Transparent decision-making is a hallmark of effective governance because it allows citizens to hold public officials accountable.
透明决策是有效治理的典型特征，因为它让公民能够追究公职人员的责任。
Collocations
- a hallmark of quality
- bear the hallmarks of
- a distinctive hallmark
Synonyms
- characteristic
- feature
Usage tip
常用a hallmark of，表示……的典型特征。
FAQ
- What does hallmark mean?
- A distinctive quality that characterises someone or something An official mark showing the purity of a precious metal
- How is hallmark pronounced?
- UK /ˈhɔːlmɑːk/, US /ˈhɔːlmɑːrk/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
