haven
/ˈheɪvən/
CEFR level C1Topic EnvironmentWord #6573 in the learning path
避难所；安宁之地
Definitions
n. a safe or peaceful place away from danger or trouble
避难所；安宁之地
Example
Our little garden is a haven from city noise.
我们的小花园是远离城市喧嚣的一片宁静之地。
Protected wetlands provide a safe haven for wildlife threatened by habitat loss and urban expansion.
受保护的湿地为受到栖息地丧失和城市扩张威胁的野生动物提供了安全庇护所。
Collocations
- safe haven
- haven for wildlife
- haven of peace
Synonyms
- refuge
- sanctuary
Usage tip
常用a haven for；注意与heaven（天堂）区分。
FAQ
- What does haven mean?
- a safe or peaceful place away from danger or trouble
- How is haven pronounced?
- UK /ˈheɪvən/, US /ˈheɪvən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
