What does linger mean?

To stay somewhere longer than expected or necessary. To remain present or noticeable for a long time.

How is linger pronounced?

UK /ˈlɪŋɡə/, US /ˈlɪŋɡɚ/.

/ˈlɪŋɡə/ · /ˈlɪŋɡɚ/

CEFR level C1Topic Daily lifeWord #6613 in the learning path

逗留；迟迟不离开

v. To stay somewhere longer than expected or necessary.

逗留；迟迟不离开

v. To remain present or noticeable for a long time.

持续存在；迟迟不消失

We lingered outside the cinema, chatting about the film.

我们在电影院外迟迟没有离开，聊着刚看的电影。

The effects of prolonged unemployment can linger even after individuals return to stable work.

长期失业的影响即使在人们重新获得稳定工作后，也可能持续存在。

不及物动词；linger over表示慢慢享用或细看。

What does linger mean?: To stay somewhere longer than expected or necessary. To remain present or noticeable for a long time.
How is linger pronounced?: UK /ˈlɪŋɡə/, US /ˈlɪŋɡɚ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.