sake
/seɪk/
CEFR level B2Topic Daily lifeWord #3649 in the learning path
利益；目的；缘故
Definitions
n. Someone's benefit or the purpose behind an action.
利益；目的；缘故
Example
We kept our voices down for the baby's sake.
为了不打扰宝宝，我们压低了声音。
Governments should protect natural habitats for the sake of future generations rather than prioritising short-term profits.
政府应为子孙后代保护自然栖息地，而不是优先考虑短期利润。
Collocations
- for someone's sake
- for the sake of
- for the sake of clarity
Usage tip
常用于for the sake of或for someone's sake。
FAQ
- What does sake mean?
- Someone's benefit or the purpose behind an action.
- How is sake pronounced?
- UK /seɪk/, US /seɪk/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
