star
/stɑː/ · /stɑːr/
CEFR level A1Topic NatureWord #248 in the learning path
星；恒星
Definitions
n. a huge ball of hot gas shining in space
星；恒星
n. a famous or exceptionally successful performer or other person
明星；杰出人物
v. to play a leading role or feature someone doing so
主演；由…主演
Example
We watched the stars from our tent beside the lake.
我们在湖边的帐篷里仰望星空。
Light pollution prevents many urban residents from seeing stars, reducing their connection with the natural night sky.
光污染使许多城市居民看不到星星，削弱了他们与自然夜空的联系。
Collocations
- a bright star
- a film star
- a rising star
- star in a film
Word family
- starry (adj.)
- stardom (n.)
- starlight (n.)
Synonyms
- celebrity
Usage tip
star in表示“主演”；过去式starred，进行式starring。
FAQ
- What does star mean?
- a huge ball of hot gas shining in space a famous or exceptionally successful performer or other person to play a leading role or feature someone doing so
- How is star pronounced?
- UK /stɑː/, US /stɑːr/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
