spectator
/spekˈteɪtə/ · /ˈspekteɪtər/
CEFR level B2Topic SportWord #4751 in the learning path
观众；旁观者
Definitions
n. Someone who watches an event, especially a sporting event.
观众；旁观者
Example
A spectator caught the ball near the fence.
一名观众在围栏附近接住了球。
Major sporting events attract thousands of spectators and can generate substantial income for local businesses.
大型体育赛事吸引成千上万的观众，并能为当地商家带来可观收入。
Collocations
- spectator sport
- spectator safety
- attract spectators
Word family
- spectate (v.)
Synonyms
- onlooker
- viewer
Antonyms
- participant
Usage tip
常指体育赛事现场观众；演出观众多用audience。
FAQ
- What does spectator mean?
- Someone who watches an event, especially a sporting event.
- How is spectator pronounced?
- UK /spekˈteɪtə/, US /ˈspekteɪtər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
