until
/ənˈtɪl/
CEFR level A1Topic Daily lifeWord #531 in the learning path
直到……为止
Definitions
prep. Up to a particular time or event.
直到……为止
conj. Up to the time when something happens.
直到……时
Example
We waited outside until the rain finally stopped.
我们在外面一直等到雨终于停了。
Governments should continue supporting renewable energy until cleaner technologies become affordable for the majority of households.
政府应持续支持可再生能源，直到大多数家庭都能负担得起更清洁的技术。
Collocations
- until recently
- until further notice
- not until
Synonyms
- till
Usage tip
until强调持续到某时；by强调不迟于某时。
FAQ
- What does until mean?
- Up to a particular time or event. Up to the time when something happens.
- How is until pronounced?
- UK /ənˈtɪl/, US /ənˈtɪl/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
