solve
/sɒlv/ · /sɑːlv/
CEFR level A2Topic ThinkingWord #1776 in the learning path
解决；解答
Definitions
v. Find an answer to a problem or mystery
解决；解答
Example
We solved the puzzle together after dinner last night.
昨晚晚饭后，我们一起解开了那道谜题。
Improving public transport could help solve traffic problems in rapidly growing urban areas.
改善公共交通有助于解决快速发展城区的交通问题。
Collocations
- solve a problem
- solve a puzzle
- solve an equation
Word family
- solution (n.)
- solvable (adj.)
- unsolved (adj.)
Synonyms
- resolve
Usage tip
solve直接接问题；“溶解”用dissolve。
FAQ
- What does solve mean?
- Find an answer to a problem or mystery
- How is solve pronounced?
- UK /sɒlv/, US /sɑːlv/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
