Definitions
n. Mental strain caused by difficult situations or too many demands
精神压力；紧张
v. To give particular importance to something when speaking or writing
强调
n. Extra force used when pronouncing a syllable or word
重音
Example
A short walk helps me deal with work stress.
散一小会儿步有助于我缓解工作压力。
Schools should teach students practical strategies for managing stress during examinations and other demanding periods.
学校应教给学生实用的方法，帮助他们应对考试及其他紧张时期的压力。
Collocations
- under stress
- reduce stress
- stress the importance of
- word stress
Word family
- stressful (adj.)
- stressed (adj.)
Synonyms
- strain
- emphasise
Usage tip
人感到压力用stressed；事情令人紧张用stressful。
FAQ
- What does stress mean?
- Mental strain caused by difficult situations or too many demands To give particular importance to something when speaking or writing Extra force used when pronouncing a syllable or word
- How is stress pronounced?
- UK /stres/, US /stres/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
