silver
/ˈsɪlvə/ · /ˈsɪlvər/
CEFR level A2Topic Daily lifeWord #1789 in the learning path
银
Definitions
n. A shiny greyish-white precious metal used for jewellery and coins.
银
adj. Having a shiny greyish-white colour, or made of silver.
银色的；银制的
n. A medal awarded for second place in a competition.
银牌
Example
This little spoon is made of pure silver.
这把小勺子是纯银做的。
Silver is widely used in electronic devices because it conducts electricity exceptionally well.
银的导电性能极佳，因此被广泛用于电子设备。
Collocations
- pure silver
- a silver medal
- silver jewellery
Word family
- silvery (adj.)
Usage tip
表示金属银时不可数；a silver可指一枚银牌。
FAQ
- What does silver mean?
- A shiny greyish-white precious metal used for jewellery and coins. Having a shiny greyish-white colour, or made of silver. A medal awarded for second place in a competition.
- How is silver pronounced?
- UK /ˈsɪlvə/, US /ˈsɪlvər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
