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wag

/wæɡ/

CEFR level B2Topic NatureWord #5044 in the learning path

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Definitions

v. move repeatedly from side to side

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n. a movement from side to side

摇摆;摆动

n. someone who often makes clever or amusing remarks

爱说笑的人

Example

The puppy wagged its tail when I came home.

我回家时,小狗摇起了尾巴。

Although dogs often wag their tails during friendly encounters, this movement does not always indicate happiness.

虽然狗在友好互动时经常摇尾巴,但这一动作并不总是表示开心。

Collocations

  • wag its tail
  • wag a finger at someone
  • a wag of the tail

Usage tip

过去式wagged,现在分词wagging,均双写g。

FAQ

What does wag mean?
move repeatedly from side to side a movement from side to side someone who often makes clever or amusing remarks
How is wag pronounced?
UK /wæɡ/, US /wæɡ/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.

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