depreciation
US /dɪˌpriː.ʃiˈeɪ.ʃən/
UK /dɪˌpriː.ʃiˈeɪ.ʃən/
名词
1.
贬值, 折旧
a reduction in the value of an asset over time, due in particular to wear and tear or obsolescence.
示例:
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The car's value suffered significant depreciation over the first three years.
这辆车的价值在头三年里经历了显著的贬值。
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Businesses account for depreciation to reflect the true value of their assets.
企业核算折旧以反映其资产的真实价值。
2.
货币贬值, 汇率贬值
a decrease in the value of a currency relative to other currencies.
示例:
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The central bank intervened to prevent further depreciation of the national currency.
中央银行介入以防止本国货币进一步贬值。
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High inflation often leads to currency depreciation.
高通胀通常会导致货币贬值。
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