orphan
/ˈɔːfən/ · /ˈɔːrfən/
CEFR level B2Topic SocietyWord #3469 in the learning path
孤儿
Definitions
n. a child whose parents have both died
孤儿
v. to cause a child to lose both parents through death
使成为孤儿
Example
The story follows an orphan living with her aunt.
这个故事讲述了一个与姑姑生活的孤儿的经历。
Children orphaned by natural disasters need stable care, emotional support, and continued access to education.
因自然灾害成为孤儿的儿童需要稳定的照料、情感支持，以及继续接受教育的机会。
Collocations
- be orphaned at a young age
- care for orphans
- an orphaned child
Word family
- orphanage (n.)
Usage tip
常用be orphaned表示因双亲去世而成为孤儿。
FAQ
- What does orphan mean?
- a child whose parents have both died to cause a child to lose both parents through death
- How is orphan pronounced?
- UK /ˈɔːfən/, US /ˈɔːrfən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
