return
/rɪˈtɜːn/ · /rɪˈtɝːn/
CEFR level A2Topic Daily lifeWord #1204 in the learning path
返回；归还
Definitions
v. To go back, or give something back.
返回；归还
n. The act of coming or going back.
返回；归来
n. Money or benefits gained from an investment or activity.
收益；回报
Example
Please return these library books before you go away.
请在离开之前归还这些图书馆的书。
Investment in early childhood education can generate a substantial economic return by improving future employment opportunities.
投资幼儿教育可以通过改善未来就业机会，带来可观的经济回报。
Collocations
- return home
- return to work
- in return for
- return on investment
Word family
- returnable (adj.)
- returnee (n.)
Usage tip
return已含“回”的意思，通常不再加back。
FAQ
- What does return mean?
- To go back, or give something back. The act of coming or going back. Money or benefits gained from an investment or activity.
- How is return pronounced?
- UK /rɪˈtɜːn/, US /rɪˈtɝːn/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
