hammer
/ˈhæmə/ · /ˈhæmɚ/
CEFR level B1Topic Daily lifeWord #2543 in the learning path
锤子
Definitions
n. A tool with a heavy head used for hitting things
锤子
v. To hit something repeatedly, especially with a hammer
锤击；反复敲打
Example
She used a hammer to repair the wooden chair.
她用锤子修好了那把木椅。
During practical lessons, students learn to use a hammer safely while building simple wooden structures.
在实践课上，学生通过搭建简单的木结构学习安全使用锤子。
Collocations
- a hammer and nails
- hammer a nail
- hammer out an agreement
Word family
- hammering (n.)
Usage tip
作动词可指锤击；hammer out指商讨出方案等。
FAQ
- What does hammer mean?
- A tool with a heavy head used for hitting things To hit something repeatedly, especially with a hammer
- How is hammer pronounced?
- UK /ˈhæmə/, US /ˈhæmɚ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
