spot
/spɒt/ · /spɑːt/
CEFR level B1Topic Daily lifeWord #2732 in the learning path
地点；场所
Definitions
n. A particular place or position.
地点；场所
n. A small mark differing in colour from its surroundings.
斑点；污点
v. Notice or recognise someone or something.
发现；认出
Example
We found a shady spot beside the river.
我们在河边找到了一处阴凉的地方。
Satellite images help researchers spot changes in forest cover before extensive damage occurs.
卫星图像帮助研究人员在大面积破坏发生之前发现森林覆盖的变化。
Collocations
- a quiet spot
- on the spot
- spot a mistake
- a tourist spot
Word family
- spotty (adj.)
- spotless (adj.)
Usage tip
on the spot可指“当场”或“在现场”，依语境判断。
FAQ
- What does spot mean?
- A particular place or position. A small mark differing in colour from its surroundings. Notice or recognise someone or something.
- How is spot pronounced?
- UK /spɒt/, US /spɑːt/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
