phrase
US /freɪz/
UK /freɪz/
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短語, 詞組
a small group of words standing together as a conceptual unit, typically forming a component of a clause.
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The phrase 'on the table' is a prepositional phrase.
「在桌子上」這個短語是一個介詞短語。
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He used a common phrase to express his feelings.
他用了一個常見的短語來表達他的感受。
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措辭, 表達
to express (something) in a particular way
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He phrased his apology carefully to avoid further misunderstanding.
他小心翼翼地措辭道歉，以避免進一步的誤解。
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How would you phrase that question to be more polite?
你會如何措辭這個問題才能更禮貌？