rubber
/ˈrʌbə/ · /ˈrʌbər/
CEFR level A2Topic Daily lifeWord #1004 in the learning path
橡胶
Definitions
n. an elastic material used to make tyres and other products
橡胶
n. a small object used to remove pencil marks
橡皮擦
Example
These rubber boots keep my feet dry in puddles.
这双橡胶靴让我踩水坑时双脚也不会湿。
Recycling rubber from used tyres can reduce waste and provide material for safer playground surfaces.
回收废旧轮胎中的橡胶可以减少废物，并为更安全的游乐场地面提供材料。
Collocations
- natural rubber
- rubber band
- rubber gloves
- rubber boots
Word family
- rubbery (adj.)
Usage tip
橡胶不可数；橡皮擦可数，美式英语通常用eraser。
FAQ
- What does rubber mean?
- an elastic material used to make tyres and other products a small object used to remove pencil marks
- How is rubber pronounced?
- UK /ˈrʌbə/, US /ˈrʌbər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
