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/siːm/

CEFR level A2Topic ThinkingWord #1256 in the learning path

似乎;看来

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Definitions

v. To appear to be a certain way.

似乎;看来

Example

You seem tired after your long walk home.

你走了那么远的路回家,看起来很累。

Although online courses seem convenient, some learners benefit more from direct interaction with teachers and classmates.

尽管网络课程似乎很方便,一些学习者仍能从与老师和同学的直接互动中获益更多。

Collocations

  • seem likely
  • seem to be
  • it seems that

Word family

  • seeming (adj.)
  • seemingly (adv.)

Synonyms

  • appear

Usage tip

常用seem+形容词或seem to do,不表示装作。

FAQ

What does seem mean?
To appear to be a certain way.
How is seem pronounced?
UK /siːm/, US /siːm/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.

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