label
/ˈleɪbəl/
CEFR level B1Topic Daily lifeWord #2414 in the learning path
标签；标牌
Definitions
n. a small attached piece giving information about something
标签；标牌
v. to attach information to something for identification
贴标签于；标注
v. to describe someone or something in a particular way
给…定性；将…归类
Example
Check the label before you wash your new sweater.
洗新毛衣之前，先看看标签。
Schools should avoid labelling children as failures, since this can damage their confidence and motivation.
学校应避免给孩子贴上失败者的标签，因为这会损害他们的信心和学习动力。
Collocations
- read the label
- food label
- label someone as
Word family
- labelling (n.)
- labelled (adj.)
Synonyms
- tag
Usage tip
英式过去式labelled，美式常用labeled。
FAQ
- What does label mean?
- a small attached piece giving information about something to attach information to something for identification to describe someone or something in a particular way
- How is label pronounced?
- UK /ˈleɪbəl/, US /ˈleɪbəl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
