metro
/ˈmetrəʊ/ · /ˈmetroʊ/
CEFR level A2Topic CityWord #854 in the learning path
地铁；地铁系统
Definitions
n. An urban railway system that often runs underground.
地铁；地铁系统
Example
We took the metro to the museum this morning.
今天上午，我们乘地铁去了博物馆。
Expanding the metro could reduce traffic congestion by providing residents with a reliable alternative to private cars.
扩建地铁能为居民提供可靠的私家车替代出行方式，从而缓解交通拥堵。
Collocations
- take the metro
- metro station
- metro line
- metro network
Synonyms
- subway
- underground
Usage tip
metro不限于法国；乘地铁常说take the metro。
FAQ
- What does metro mean?
- An urban railway system that often runs underground.
- How is metro pronounced?
- UK /ˈmetrəʊ/, US /ˈmetroʊ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
