
relatively
/ˈrelətɪvli/
CEFR level B2Topic ThinkingWord #4508 in the learning path
相对地;比较而言
Definitions
adv. To a certain degree compared with something else.
相对地;比较而言
Example
The kitchen is relatively small, but it feels bright.
厨房比较小,但感觉很明亮。
Cycling is a relatively inexpensive form of transport that can reduce congestion in crowded cities.
骑自行车是一种相对便宜的出行方式,可以缓解拥挤城市的交通堵塞。
Collocations
- relatively low
- relatively easy
- relatively speaking
Word family
- relative (adj.)
Synonyms
- comparatively
Usage tip
表示比较后的程度,不等同于very。
FAQ
- What does relatively mean?
- To a certain degree compared with something else.
- How is relatively pronounced?
- UK /ˈrelətɪvli/, US /ˈrelətɪvli/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.