idea
/aɪˈdɪə/ · /aɪˈdiːə/
CEFR level A1Topic ThinkingWord #366 in the learning path
主意；想法
Definitions
n. A thought or suggestion about what to do.
主意；想法
n. A mental understanding or belief about something.
概念；观念
n. Some knowledge or understanding of a situation.
了解；印象
Example
Your idea of growing herbs on the balcony sounds lovely.
你在阳台上种香草的主意听起来很棒。
The idea of free public transport attracts support, but its financial implications require careful consideration.
免费公共交通这一想法获得了支持，但其财政影响需要慎重考虑。
Collocations
- come up with an idea
- a good idea
- have no idea
- a rough idea
Synonyms
- thought
- notion
Usage tip
idea是可数名词；“不知道”可说have no idea。
FAQ
- What does idea mean?
- A thought or suggestion about what to do. A mental understanding or belief about something. Some knowledge or understanding of a situation.
- How is idea pronounced?
- UK /aɪˈdɪə/, US /aɪˈdiːə/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
