
pyramid
/ˈpɪrəmɪd/
CEFR level B1Topic HistoryWord #2687 in the learning path
金字塔;棱锥体
Definitions
n. a structure with triangular sides meeting at a point
金字塔;棱锥体
n. a system with fewer members at each successively higher level
金字塔式体系
Example
We built a small pyramid out of wooden blocks.
我们用木块搭了一座小金字塔。
The management pyramid in many organisations places a small group of executives above numerous employees.
许多机构的金字塔式管理结构将少数高管置于众多员工之上。
Collocations
- ancient pyramid
- square-based pyramid
- management pyramid
Word family
- pyramidal (adj.)
Usage tip
既指古代金字塔,也指几何中的棱锥体。
FAQ
- What does pyramid mean?
- a structure with triangular sides meeting at a point a system with fewer members at each successively higher level
- How is pyramid pronounced?
- UK /ˈpɪrəmɪd/, US /ˈpɪrəmɪd/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.