knock
/nɒk/ · /nɑːk/
CEFR level A2Topic Daily lifeWord #797 in the learning path
敲；敲击
Definitions
v. to hit a surface, especially a door, to make a sound
敲；敲击
v. to hit something accidentally, often making it move or fall
碰撞；撞倒
n. a sound or blow caused by hitting something
敲击声；撞击
Example
Please knock on the door before you come in.
进来之前请先敲门。
Strong winds can knock down trees, causing serious disruption to transport networks in urban areas.
强风可能刮倒树木，严重扰乱城市地区的交通网络。
Collocations
- knock on the door
- knock something over
- knock down
- a loud knock
Synonyms
- tap
Usage tip
词首k不发音；敲门用knock on或at the door。
FAQ
- What does knock mean?
- to hit a surface, especially a door, to make a sound to hit something accidentally, often making it move or fall a sound or blow caused by hitting something
- How is knock pronounced?
- UK /nɒk/, US /nɑːk/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
