vapour
/ˈveɪpə/ · /ˈveɪpər/
CEFR level B2Topic ScienceWord #4535 in the learning path
蒸气；汽
Definitions
n. A gas formed when a liquid or solid changes state.
蒸气；汽
Example
Water vapour condensed into droplets on the cold window.
水蒸气在冰冷的窗户上凝结成了水滴。
As global temperatures rise, the atmosphere can hold more water vapour, which further strengthens the greenhouse effect.
随着全球气温上升，大气能容纳更多水蒸气，从而进一步增强温室效应。
Collocations
- water vapour
- vapour pressure
- release vapour
Word family
- vaporise (v.)
- vaporisation (n.)
Usage tip
英式拼写为vapour，美式为vapor。
FAQ
- What does vapour mean?
- A gas formed when a liquid or solid changes state.
- How is vapour pronounced?
- UK /ˈveɪpə/, US /ˈveɪpər/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
