Affordable
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定义
affordable: 负担得起的
This car would be affordable if it was $100 cheaper. 这辆车如果便宜100美元就可以买得起。
to afford: 支付，负担得起
We cannot afford a house yet: we don't have enough money.我们现在还买不起一处房子：我们的钱不够。
We cannot afford to go so slowly. We must not allow ourselves to take too long.我们不能允许自己走这么慢。我们一定不能允许自己花太长时间。
affordability: 价低买得起
Pronunciation examples
UK: I can't afford to buy an apartment in the city.
US: Perhaps a tent next to the canal would be more affordable?
示例
- "Flying is simple, affordable, fun and safe."
- "So, I'd like you to find us a good, reliable and affordable agency."
- "The Super Safe Security System 3000 is the most high-tech and affordable system on the market."
- "Delavigne products are not only superior quality, but are affordable as well."
练习 1
Which of the following statements accurately describes TigerLily?
Which of the following statements accurately describes TigerLily?
This statement is incorrect. The press release states that the "suggested retail price for TigerLily is 40 dollars" for everyone, and that this is a "reasonable price". This statement indicates that TigerLily will be affordable for everyone, and not just stars like Ivana Bümbüm.
We read in the press release that TigerLily "promises to be the most popular perfume of the summer and beyond", and will be offered at "a reasonable price". These statements indicate that TigerLily will be inexpensive and that Delavigne expects the perfume to be successful.
This statement is incorrect. The press release states that Ivana Bümbüm will represent the Delavigne Company not only for the TigerLily campaign, but for "all forthcoming campaigns", which indicates that Ivana will endorse more than one Delavigne perfume.
This statement is incorrect. The press release states that TigerLily "promises to be the most popular perfume of the summer and beyond", meaning that it will be popular during the summer season, but also for the rest of the year (winter, spring and fall).
练习 2
is a word used in the letter which means "reasonably priced".
affordable is a word used in the letter which means "reasonably priced".
affordable: "Affordable" means "reasonably priced". Philip writes that "Delavigne products are not only superior quality, but affordable", meaning Delavigne's products are both affordable and high-quality.
练习 3
An example of something or someone that is reliable is .
An example of something or someone that is affordable is .
An example of something or someone that is affordable is .
An example of something or someone that is reliable is a car that always starts on winter mornings 1.
An example of something or someone that is affordable is a new car within one's price range 2.
An example of something or someone that is affordable is a new car within one's price range 2.
1 a car that always starts on winter mornings: Something "reliable" is something dependable or trustworthy. Cars that start on cold winter mornings can be described as "reliable". Bruno wants Brian to find a "reliable" travel agency, meaning a company that can be trusted and is dependable.
1 a soldier who will die for his country: This example might be used to describe the term "loyal", however it would be unsuitable to explain the term "reliable". A "loyal" person is someone who is "faithful", for example: My husband is very loyal, he has never slept with any prostitutes.
1 a car salesman who doesn't deceive his clients: This example might be used to describe the term "honest", however it would be unsuitable to explain the term "reliable". An "honest" person is someone who speaks the truth, does not tell lies or is "frank" and "sincere". Example: "I need an honest opinion about this dress. Do you like it or not?"
1 the Florida exit polls for the 2000 US presidential election: Although this might depend on your political viewpoint, the Florida exit polls during the 2000 presidential election are regarded as rather "unreliable". "Unreliable (information)" is information that is "misleading" or "untrustworthy". Example: The results for the DNA test are unreliable and do not give truthful information.
2 a new car within one's price range: This is correct. "Affordable" means "reasonably priced", for example: This holiday is quite affordable; the flights and hotel aren't too expensive. One of Bruno's requirements for a travel agency is that it is not too expensive. "(A holiday within his) price range" is a holiday that he can afford, or which is priced within his lowest and highest limits.
2 work that is done quickly: This example is not suitable to describe the term "affordable". Doing work quickly is an example of "efficient" work. Example: Brian is an efficient assistant because he is able to perform his tasks without wasting any time.
2 a ray of sunshine on a grey day: This example is not suitable to describe the term "affordable". If you're lucky enough to see a ray of sunshine on a grey day count yourself lucky; especially if you go to Scotland, where it's mostly grey.
2 a CEO's assistant that can find a decent travel agency: I don't think you have understood the question. We're looking for an example of the term "affordable", not a description of Brian Jones and his tasks.
练习 4
"Flying is simple, affordable, fun and safe."
Select the antonyms (words with an opposite meaning) of the following terms.
Example: "Easy" ---> "Difficult"
"Affordable" --->
"Safe" --->
Select the antonyms (words with an opposite meaning) of the following terms.
Example: "Easy" ---> "Difficult"
"Affordable" --->
"Safe" --->
"Flying is simple, affordable, fun and safe."
Select the antonyms (words with an opposite meaning) of the following terms.
Example: "Easy" ---> "Difficult"
"Affordable" ---> Pricey 1
"Safe" ---> Dangerous 2
Select the antonyms (words with an opposite meaning) of the following terms.
Example: "Easy" ---> "Difficult"
"Affordable" ---> Pricey 1
"Safe" ---> Dangerous 2
1 Pricey: This is the correct answer. "Pricey" shares a similar meaning with "expensive" and both are opposite in meaning to "affordable". When something is "affordable" it is within one's (financial) means or "not too expensive". Example: Houses were affordable 10 years ago, but now I don't have enough money to pay for one. A "pricey (restaurant)" is expensive.
1 Cheap: This is incorrect. The term "cheap" is not an antonym of "affordable" and both terms have similar meanings. A "cheap (holiday)" is one which is inexpensive; an "affordable (holiday)" is within one's price range: a holiday that one can "afford".
1 Suitable: This is incorrect. A "suitable (offer)" is one which is convenient or appropriate. We use the term "unsuitable" or "inappropriate" to describe the opposite meaning.
1 Tough: This is incorrect. "Tough" is an antonym of the term "easy" and shares a similar meaning with "hard" or "difficult". For example: My exam was very tough, but fortunately I passed.
2 Dangerous: This is the correct answer. The terms "safe" and "dangerous" have opposite meanings. When we read that flying is "safe" this means that it is free from danger or without risks. Example: At night, I don't feel very safe where I live.
2 Sure: This is incorrect. "Sure" is not an antonym of "safe". "Sure" means "certain", for example: I am sure that he will arrive soon. Terms which have an opposite meaning to "sure" are: "unsure" and "uncertain".
2 Enjoyable: This is incorrect. "Enjoyable" is not an antonym of "safe". An "enjoyable (trip)" is one which is pleasurable or fun. "Unpleasant" is a term which has an opposite meaning to "enjoyable".
2 Sad: This is incorrect. "Sad" is not an antonym of "safe". A "sad (story)" is one which is unhappy.
练习 5
In the text above, there is a synonym for each of the following words. Find them:
Example: "absence" = ? You should type the word "lack" (from the phrase, "lack of security")
"to deter" =
"advantages" =
"smart" =
"insufficient" =
Example: "absence" = ? You should type the word "lack" (from the phrase, "lack of security")
"to deter" =
"advantages" =
"smart" =
"insufficient" =
In the text above, there is a synonym for each of the following words. Find them:
Example: "absence" = ? You should type the word "lack" (from the phrase, "lack of security")
"to deter" = prevent 1
"advantages" = benefits 2
"smart" = intelligent 3
"insufficient" = inadequate 4
Example: "absence" = ? You should type the word "lack" (from the phrase, "lack of security")
"to deter" = prevent 1
"advantages" = benefits 2
"smart" = intelligent 3
"insufficient" = inadequate 4
1 prevent: "To prevent" means "to deter" or "to inhibit".
2 benefits: A "benefit" is a synonym for "an advantage".
3 intelligent: "Intelligent" is indeed a synonym for "smart".
4 inadequate: "Insufficient" is a synonym for "inadequate".
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