silence
/ˈsaɪləns/
CEFR level B1Topic Daily lifeWord #2981 in the learning path
寂静；沉默
Definitions
n. a lack of sound or speech
寂静；沉默
v. to stop someone or something making noise or expressing opinions
使安静；压制言论
Example
We sat in silence as the snow fell outside.
外面下着雪，我们静静地坐着。
Extended periods of silence in classrooms can give students valuable time to reflect on difficult questions.
课堂上较长的安静时段可以给学生宝贵的时间来思考难题。
Collocations
- in silence
- break the silence
- complete silence
- silence criticism
Word family
- silent (adj.)
- silently (adv.)
Synonyms
- quiet
Antonyms
- noise
Usage tip
in silence意为默默地；silent是形容词。
FAQ
- What does silence mean?
- a lack of sound or speech to stop someone or something making noise or expressing opinions
- How is silence pronounced?
- UK /ˈsaɪləns/, US /ˈsaɪləns/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
