
Definitions
n. A container with a handle and spout for boiling water.
烧水壶
Example
Put the kettle on while I find the cups.
你先烧水,我来找杯子。
Boiling only the water needed in a kettle can reduce household electricity consumption over time.
每次只烧所需的水,长期下来可以减少家庭用电量。
Collocations
- electric kettle
- put the kettle on
- boil the kettle
Usage tip
kettle 用来烧水,teapot 用来泡茶。
FAQ
- What does kettle mean?
- A container with a handle and spout for boiling water.
- How is kettle pronounced?
- UK /ˈketəl/, US /ˈketəl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.