Definitions
n. A small wave on the surface of water.
涟漪；细小波纹
v. To move in small waves or make something do so.
泛起涟漪；使起波纹
n. A reaction or effect that spreads through people or places.
逐渐扩散的反应或影响
Example
A falling leaf sent ripples across the pond.
一片落叶在池塘水面上激起了圈圈涟漪。
The closure of a major factory can have a ripple effect throughout the local economy.
一家大型工厂的关闭可能对整个当地经济产生连锁影响。
Collocations
- ripple effect
- ripples on the water
- a ripple of laughter
Usage tip
ripple比wave小；ripple effect指连锁效应。
FAQ
- What does ripple mean?
- A small wave on the surface of water. To move in small waves or make something do so. A reaction or effect that spreads through people or places.
- How is ripple pronounced?
- UK /ˈrɪpəl/, US /ˈrɪpəl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
