realize
/ˈrɪəlaɪz/ · /ˈriːəlaɪz/
CEFR level B1Topic ThinkingWord #3067 in the learning path
意识到；明白
Definitions
v. To become aware of something or understand it clearly
意识到；明白
v. To make a hope happen or achieve possible success
实现愿望或潜力
Example
I realized I had left my keys at home.
我意识到自己把钥匙落在家里了。
Affordable training can help young people realize their potential and gain access to more rewarding careers.
费用可负担的培训能帮助年轻人发挥潜力，获得更有发展前景的工作。
Collocations
- realize that
- realize a dream
- realize your potential
- fully realize
Word family
- realization (n.)
- realizable (adj.)
- unrealized (adj.)
Usage tip
英式也拼作realise；意识到某事可接that从句。
FAQ
- What does realize mean?
- To become aware of something or understand it clearly To make a hope happen or achieve possible success
- How is realize pronounced?
- UK /ˈrɪəlaɪz/, US /ˈriːəlaɪz/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
