Definitions
n. an object whose name is unknown or not specified
东西；物品
n. an action, event, fact, or situation
事情；情况
n. possessions or equipment, usually referred to in the plural
个人物品
Example
Could you move that heavy thing off my chair?
你能把那个沉东西从我的椅子上搬走吗？
One important thing governments can do is ensure that affordable housing is available near public transport.
政府可以做的一件重要事情，是确保公共交通附近有可负担的住房。
Collocations
- the right thing to do
- personal things
- first thing in the morning
- one thing at a time
Usage tip
thing很笼统；正式写作尽量换成具体名词。
FAQ
- What does thing mean?
- an object whose name is unknown or not specified an action, event, fact, or situation possessions or equipment, usually referred to in the plural
- How is thing pronounced?
- UK /θɪŋ/, US /θɪŋ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
