martial
/ˈmɑːʃəl/ · /ˈmɑːrʃəl/
CEFR level C1Topic HistoryWord #6825 in the learning path
军事的；战争的
Definitions
adj. Related to war, soldiers, or military life.
军事的；战争的
Example
The band played martial music as soldiers marched past.
士兵列队走过时，乐队奏起了军乐。
Although martial arts originated as fighting techniques, many people now practise them for fitness and self-discipline.
虽然武术起源于格斗技巧，如今许多人练习武术是为了健身和培养自律。
Collocations
- martial arts
- martial law
- martial music
Synonyms
- military
Usage tip
martial是军事的；marital是婚姻的，勿混。
FAQ
- What does martial mean?
- Related to war, soldiers, or military life.
- How is martial pronounced?
- UK /ˈmɑːʃəl/, US /ˈmɑːrʃəl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
