long
/lɒŋ/ · /lɔːŋ/
CEFR level A1Topic Daily lifeWord #564 in the learning path
长的；长时间的
Definitions
adj. Extending a great distance or lasting a great time.
长的；长时间的
adv. For a great amount of time.
长时间地；很久
v. To want something very strongly, especially something unavailable.
渴望；盼望
Example
Her long scarf nearly touched the wet pavement.
她的长围巾差点碰到湿漉漉的人行道。
Long commuting times can reduce workers' leisure opportunities and negatively affect their overall quality of life.
长时间通勤会减少劳动者的休闲机会，并对其整体生活质量产生负面影响。
Collocations
- a long time
- long hours
- long for
- long to do something
Word family
- length (n.)
- lengthen (v.)
- lengthy (adj.)
Antonyms
- short
Usage tip
动词long后接for加名词，或to加动词原形。
FAQ
- What does long mean?
- Extending a great distance or lasting a great time. For a great amount of time. To want something very strongly, especially something unavailable.
- How is long pronounced?
- UK /lɒŋ/, US /lɔːŋ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
