
migrate
/maɪˈɡreɪt/ · /ˈmaɪɡreɪt/
CEFR level B2Topic NatureWord #4993 in the learning path
迁徙;移居
Definitions
v. to move to another region, seasonally or to live there
迁徙;移居
v. to move data or software to a different computer system
迁移数据或系统
Example
These birds migrate south when the weather turns cold.
天气转冷时,这些鸟会向南迁徙。
Many young adults migrate to urban areas because employment opportunities are often limited in rural communities.
许多年轻人迁居城市,因为农村地区的就业机会往往有限。
Collocations
- migrate south
- migrate to cities
- migrate data
Word family
- migration (n.)
- migrant (n.)
- migratory (adj.)
Synonyms
- relocate
- move
Usage tip
migrate强调迁移;immigrate移入,emigrate移出。
FAQ
- What does migrate mean?
- to move to another region, seasonally or to live there to move data or software to a different computer system
- How is migrate pronounced?
- UK /maɪˈɡreɪt/, US /ˈmaɪɡreɪt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.