history
/ˈhɪstəri/
CEFR level A1Topic HistoryWord #328 in the learning path
历史；历史学
Definitions
n. Past events, or the study of them.
历史；历史学
n. A record of someone's or something's past experiences or conditions.
经历；既往记录
Example
Our guide explained the history of the old castle.
导游讲述了这座古堡的历史。
Studying history helps citizens understand how past decisions continue to shape modern societies and institutions.
学习历史有助于公民理解过去的决策如何持续塑造现代社会及其制度。
Collocations
- ancient history
- medical history
- a history of
- throughout history
Word family
- historian (n.)
- historical (adj.)
- historically (adv.)
- historic (adj.)
Usage tip
historical指与历史有关；historic指有历史意义。
FAQ
- What does history mean?
- Past events, or the study of them. A record of someone's or something's past experiences or conditions.
- How is history pronounced?
- UK /ˈhɪstəri/, US /ˈhɪstəri/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.