substance
/ˈsʌbstəns/
CEFR level B2Topic ScienceWord #4029 in the learning path
物质
Definitions
n. A particular type of material with specific physical properties.
物质
n. The central meaning or most important content of something.
实质；要旨
n. Meaningful content or a solid basis for belief.
实质内容；根据
Example
A sticky substance had leaked onto the kitchen floor.
一种黏糊糊的物质漏到了厨房地板上。
Factories must prevent harmful substances from entering rivers, as contaminated water threatens both wildlife and human health.
工厂必须防止有害物质进入河流，因为受污染的水会威胁野生动物和人类健康。
Collocations
- harmful substances
- chemical substance
- the substance of
- lack substance
Synonyms
- material
Usage tip
表示物质种类时可数；表示实质或根据时通常不可数。
FAQ
- What does substance mean?
- A particular type of material with specific physical properties. The central meaning or most important content of something. Meaningful content or a solid basis for belief.
- How is substance pronounced?
- UK /ˈsʌbstəns/, US /ˈsʌbstəns/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
