
paradise
/ˈpærədaɪs/
CEFR level B2Topic TravelWord #5256 in the learning path
乐园;极乐之地
Definitions
n. A place or situation offering great beauty, happiness, or enjoyment
乐园;极乐之地
n. A perfect place of happiness after death in some religions
天堂
Example
This quiet beach is a paradise for swimmers.
这片宁静的海滩是游泳爱好者的乐园。
Although tourism can turn remote islands into holiday paradises, uncontrolled development may damage the ecosystems that attract visitors.
尽管旅游业能将偏远岛屿变成度假天堂,无序开发却可能破坏吸引游客的生态系统。
Collocations
- a tropical paradise
- a paradise for wildlife
- an island paradise
Word family
- paradisiacal (adj.)
Synonyms
- heaven
- utopia
Usage tip
a paradise for后接人或动物,表示其理想乐园。
FAQ
- What does paradise mean?
- A place or situation offering great beauty, happiness, or enjoyment A perfect place of happiness after death in some religions
- How is paradise pronounced?
- UK /ˈpærədaɪs/, US /ˈpærədaɪs/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.