
welcome
/ˈwelkəm/
CEFR level A1Topic SocietyWord #576 in the learning path
欢迎;欣然接受
Definitions
v. to greet someone warmly or accept something with pleasure
欢迎;欣然接受
adj. wanted, appreciated, or gladly accepted
受欢迎的;令人欣喜的
n. the way someone is greeted when they arrive
欢迎;迎接
Example
Our neighbours came outside to welcome us home.
邻居们走到外面,欢迎我们回家。
Many communities welcome new cultural festivals because they encourage social interaction and support local businesses.
许多社区欢迎新的文化节庆活动,因为这些活动能促进社交互动并支持当地商家。
Collocations
- welcome visitors
- a warm welcome
- a welcome change
- you're welcome
Word family
- welcoming (adj.)
- unwelcome (adj.)
Usage tip
be welcome to do表示可随意做;You're welcome用于回应感谢。
FAQ
- What does welcome mean?
- to greet someone warmly or accept something with pleasure wanted, appreciated, or gladly accepted the way someone is greeted when they arrive
- How is welcome pronounced?
- UK /ˈwelkəm/, US /ˈwelkəm/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.