
tube
/tjuːb/ · /tuːb/
CEFR level B1Topic Daily lifeWord #1889 in the learning path
管;管子
Definitions
n. a long, hollow object that carries liquids or gases
管;管子
n. a soft container squeezed to release paste or cream
软管容器
n. the underground railway system in London
伦敦地铁
Example
Water flowed through a clear tube into the tank.
水通过一根透明管子流进了水箱。
Taking the tube instead of driving can help commuters avoid congestion in central London.
乘地铁而不是开车可以帮助通勤者避开伦敦市中心的交通拥堵。
Collocations
- a tube of toothpaste
- a plastic tube
- take the tube
Word family
- tubular (adj.)
Usage tip
the tube特指伦敦地铁;一管牙膏用a tube of。
FAQ
- What does tube mean?
- a long, hollow object that carries liquids or gases a soft container squeezed to release paste or cream the underground railway system in London
- How is tube pronounced?
- UK /tjuːb/, US /tuːb/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.