spirit
US /ˈspɪr.ət/
UK /ˈspɪr.ɪt/
名詞
1.
精神, 心靈
the nonphysical part of a person, often regarded as the seat of emotions, character, or soul
範例:
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Her brave spirit never gave up.
她勇敢的精神從未放棄。
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He has a kind and generous spirit.
他有一個善良慷慨的心靈。
2.
精神, 氣氛, 情緒
the prevailing or typical mood, attitude, or atmosphere of a group, place, or period
範例:
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The team showed great spirit despite the loss.
儘管輸了，球隊仍展現出極大的鬥志。
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The Christmas spirit filled the air.
聖誕氣氛瀰漫在空氣中。
同義詞:
3.
幽靈, 鬼魂
a supernatural being or ghost
範例:
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They say a friendly spirit haunts the old house.
他們說一個友善的幽靈纏繞著那座老房子。
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He believes in good and evil spirits.
他相信善惡精靈。
同義詞:
4.
烈酒, 酒精
a distilled alcoholic drink, especially brandy, whiskey, gin, or rum
範例:
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The bar serves a wide range of spirits.
這家酒吧提供各種烈酒。
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He prefers dark spirits like whiskey.
他更喜歡威士忌等深色烈酒。