hurry
/ˈhʌri/ · /ˈhɜːri/
CEFR level A2Topic Daily lifeWord #1628 in the learning path
赶紧；催促
Definitions
v. To move or act quickly, or make someone do so.
赶紧；催促
n. A need to act quickly because time is limited.
匆忙；仓促
Example
We hurried home before the rain began to fall.
我们赶在下雨前匆忙回家了。
When teachers hurry through difficult material, students may struggle to develop a clear understanding of key concepts.
教师匆忙讲解难点内容时，学生可能难以清楚理解核心概念。
Collocations
- hurry up
- in a hurry
- hurry home
- hurry through something
Word family
- hurried (adj.)
- hurriedly (adv.)
Synonyms
- rush
- hasten
Antonyms
- dawdle
Usage tip
hurry up表示催促；in a hurry表示匆忙。
FAQ
- What does hurry mean?
- To move or act quickly, or make someone do so. A need to act quickly because time is limited.
- How is hurry pronounced?
- UK /ˈhʌri/, US /ˈhɜːri/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
