
monster
/ˈmɒnstə/ · /ˈmɑːnstər/
CEFR level B1Topic ArtsWord #1909 in the learning path
怪物;怪兽
Definitions
n. an imaginary creature that is large, strange, or frightening
怪物;怪兽
n. a person who behaves in an extremely cruel way
残忍的人
adj. extremely large in size or amount
巨大的
Example
The friendly monster in the cartoon has purple feet.
动画片里那只友善的怪物长着紫色的脚。
Stories about monsters can help children explore their fears within a safe and imaginative setting.
有关怪物的故事可以帮助儿童在安全且富有想象力的情境中探索自己的恐惧。
Collocations
- sea monster
- a monster truck
- a fictional monster
Word family
- monstrous (adj.)
- monstrously (adv.)
Usage tip
形容词用法较口语化,置于名词前表示巨大。
FAQ
- What does monster mean?
- an imaginary creature that is large, strange, or frightening a person who behaves in an extremely cruel way extremely large in size or amount
- How is monster pronounced?
- UK /ˈmɒnstə/, US /ˈmɑːnstər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.