
reservation
/ˌrezəˈveɪʃən/ · /ˌrezɚˈveɪʃən/
CEFR level B1Topic TravelWord #2894 in the learning path
预约;预订
Definitions
n. An arrangement to keep a room, seat, or table available.
预约;预订
n. A doubt that prevents complete acceptance of something.
疑虑;保留意见
Example
I made a reservation for dinner by the window.
我预订了一个靠窗的位置吃晚饭。
Some residents expressed reservations about the proposed airport expansion because of increased noise pollution.
一些居民担心噪声污染加剧,对拟议中的机场扩建持保留意见。
Collocations
- make a reservation
- cancel a reservation
- have reservations about
- without reservation
Word family
- reserve (v.)
- reserved (adj.)
Synonyms
- booking
Usage tip
表示疑虑常用复数:have reservations about。
FAQ
- What does reservation mean?
- An arrangement to keep a room, seat, or table available. A doubt that prevents complete acceptance of something.
- How is reservation pronounced?
- UK /ˌrezəˈveɪʃən/, US /ˌrezɚˈveɪʃən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.