microwave
/ˈmaɪkrəweɪv/ · /ˈmaɪkroʊweɪv/
CEFR level A2Topic Daily lifeWord #1551 in the learning path
微波炉
Definitions
n. An electric oven that heats food using electromagnetic waves
微波炉
v. To cook or heat food in a microwave oven
用微波炉加热或烹调
n. A short electromagnetic wave used for heating and communication
微波
Example
I heated yesterday's soup in the microwave for lunch.
我用微波炉热了昨天的汤，当作午餐。
Using a microwave to reheat small portions can consume less energy than using a conventional oven.
用微波炉加热少量食物，比使用普通烤箱可能更节能。
Collocations
- microwave oven
- microwave food
- microwave radiation
Usage tip
作动词可直接接食物：microwave the soup。
FAQ
- What does microwave mean?
- An electric oven that heats food using electromagnetic waves To cook or heat food in a microwave oven A short electromagnetic wave used for heating and communication
- How is microwave pronounced?
- UK /ˈmaɪkrəweɪv/, US /ˈmaɪkroʊweɪv/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
