tire
/ˈtaɪə/ · /ˈtaɪər/
CEFR level B1Topic Daily lifeWord #2409 in the learning path
使疲倦；感到疲倦
Definitions
v. To become tired or make someone feel tired
使疲倦；感到疲倦
v. To lose interest in someone or something
厌倦；失去兴趣
n. A rubber covering fitted around a vehicle's wheel
轮胎（美式拼写）
Example
Long walks tire my grandfather, so we stop often.
长时间走路会让爷爷疲倦，所以我们经常停下来。
Students may tire of repetitive exercises unless teachers introduce varied activities that encourage active participation.
学生可能会厌倦重复的练习，除非教师引入多样化活动，鼓励他们积极参与。
Collocations
- tire easily
- tire of something
- a flat tire
Word family
- tired (adj.)
- tiring (adj.)
- tiredness (n.)
- tireless (adj.)
Usage tip
动词英美均用tire；轮胎的英式拼写为tyre。
FAQ
- What does tire mean?
- To become tired or make someone feel tired To lose interest in someone or something A rubber covering fitted around a vehicle's wheel
- How is tire pronounced?
- UK /ˈtaɪə/, US /ˈtaɪər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
