manner
/ˈmænə/ · /ˈmænər/
CEFR level B2Topic SocietyWord #3970 in the learning path
方式；方法
Definitions
n. The way something is done or happens.
方式；方法
n. The way someone behaves towards other people.
举止；态度
n. Socially acceptable ways of behaving, usually expressed in the plural.
礼貌；礼仪
Example
She answered my questions in a calm manner.
她平静地回答了我的问题。
Schools should teach children to express disagreement in a respectful manner while encouraging independent thinking.
学校应教孩子以尊重他人的方式表达不同意见，同时鼓励独立思考。
Collocations
- in a professional manner
- a friendly manner
- good manners
- table manners
Word family
- mannered (adj.)
- mannerism (n.)
- mannerly (adj.)
Usage tip
表示“礼貌、礼仪”用复数manners。
FAQ
- What does manner mean?
- The way something is done or happens. The way someone behaves towards other people. Socially acceptable ways of behaving, usually expressed in the plural.
- How is manner pronounced?
- UK /ˈmænə/, US /ˈmænər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
