sweeten
/ˈswiːtən/
CEFR level B2Topic Daily lifeWord #4428 in the learning path
使变甜；变甜
Definitions
v. to make something sweeter or become sweeter
使变甜；变甜
v. to make an offer or situation more attractive
使更有吸引力
Example
I sweeten my porridge with a little honey.
我会加一点蜂蜜，让粥甜一些。
Employers may sweeten job offers with flexible working hours to attract skilled candidates in competitive industries.
竞争激烈的行业中，雇主可能提供弹性工作时间，让职位更具吸引力，从而吸引技术人才。
Collocations
- sweeten with honey
- sweeten the deal
- sweeten an offer
Word family
- sweet (adj.)
- sweetener (n.)
- sweetness (n.)
Usage tip
sweeten the deal指增加优惠，让交易更诱人。
FAQ
- What does sweeten mean?
- to make something sweeter or become sweeter to make an offer or situation more attractive
- How is sweeten pronounced?
- UK /ˈswiːtən/, US /ˈswiːtən/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
