What does survey mean?

A study that collects information by asking people questions. Collect information by asking people questions. Examine and measure land or buildings in detail.

How is survey pronounced?

UK /ˈsɜːveɪ/, US /ˈsɝːveɪ/.

survey

/ˈsɜːveɪ/ · /ˈsɝːveɪ/

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调查；民意调查

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Definitions

n. A study that collects information by asking people questions.

调查；民意调查

v. Collect information by asking people questions.

调查

v. Examine and measure land or buildings in detail.

勘测；测量

Example

I completed a short survey about our local library.

我填写了一份关于本地图书馆的简短问卷。

A recent survey suggests that many commuters would cycle more often if safer routes were available.

最近一项调查表明，如果有更安全的路线，许多通勤者会更经常骑自行车。

Collocations

conduct a survey
survey results
survey respondents
survey the land

Word family

surveyor (n.)

Synonyms

poll

Usage tip

名词重音在首音节，动词重音在末音节。

FAQ

What does survey mean?: A study that collects information by asking people questions. Collect information by asking people questions. Examine and measure land or buildings in detail.
How is survey pronounced?: UK /ˈsɜːveɪ/, US /ˈsɝːveɪ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.