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switch

/swɪtʃ/

CEFR level B1Topic Daily lifeWord #1839 in the learning path

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Definitions

n. A device used to turn equipment on or off.

开关

v. To change from one thing to another.

转换;改变

n. A change from one thing to another.

转换;改变

Example

The light switch is just behind the kitchen door.

电灯开关就在厨房门后。

Governments can encourage households to switch to renewable energy by offering financial support.

政府可以提供经济支持,鼓励家庭改用可再生能源。

Collocations

  • light switch
  • switch off
  • switch to
  • make the switch

Usage tip

switch on/off表示开关设备;switch to表示改用。

FAQ

What does switch mean?
A device used to turn equipment on or off. To change from one thing to another. A change from one thing to another.
How is switch pronounced?
UK /swɪtʃ/, US /swɪtʃ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.

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