ambulance
A vehicle specially equipped for transporting sick or injured people to a hospital, usually in an emergency. It typically features sirens and flashing lights to signal other drivers to move aside in traffic.
예시
3 / 5The neighbors called an ambulance when the old man collapsed on the sidewalk.
The neighbors called an ambulance when the old man collapsed on the sidewalk.
Emergency protocols dictate that an ambulance must be dispatched within sixty seconds of the call.
Emergency protocols dictate that an ambulance must be dispatched within sixty seconds of the call.
I saw an ambulance flying down the highway with its sirens blaring.
I saw an ambulance flying down the highway with its sirens blaring.
어휘 가족
암기 팁
The word comes from 'ambulate' (to walk). Think of it as a 'walking hospital' that moves to wherever the patient is located.
빠른 퀴즈
The ______ arrived within five minutes to take the injured athlete to the hospital.
정답!
정답은: ambulance
예시
The neighbors called an ambulance when the old man collapsed on the sidewalk.
everydayThe neighbors called an ambulance when the old man collapsed on the sidewalk.
Emergency protocols dictate that an ambulance must be dispatched within sixty seconds of the call.
formalEmergency protocols dictate that an ambulance must be dispatched within sixty seconds of the call.
I saw an ambulance flying down the highway with its sirens blaring.
informalI saw an ambulance flying down the highway with its sirens blaring.
The study analyzes the correlation between ambulance response times and patient survival rates.
academicThe study analyzes the correlation between ambulance response times and patient survival rates.
The hospital board approved the budget to purchase three high-tech ambulances for the fleet.
businessThe hospital board approved the budget to purchase three high-tech ambulances for the fleet.
어휘 가족
자주 쓰는 조합
자주 쓰는 구문
ambulance chaser
An unethical lawyer who seeks out accident victims to encourage them to sue for damages.
wait for the ambulance
The period of time between calling for help and the vehicle's arrival.
ambulance service
The organization or department responsible for managing emergency vehicles.
자주 혼동되는 단어
An ambulance is the vehicle itself, whereas a paramedic is the person who provides medical care inside it.
A stretcher is the bed-like device used to carry the patient into the ambulance.
사용 참고사항
Use the article 'an' before 'ambulance' because it begins with a vowel sound. In British English, 'ambulance' can sometimes refer to the entire emergency medical service, not just the vehicle.
자주 하는 실수
Learners often forget to use the indefinite article 'an'. Additionally, some learners mistakenly use 'ambulance' to refer to the people working in it rather than the vehicle.
암기 팁
The word comes from 'ambulate' (to walk). Think of it as a 'walking hospital' that moves to wherever the patient is located.
어원
From the French 'hôpital ambulant' (walking hospital), derived from the Latin 'ambulare' meaning 'to walk'.
문법 패턴
문화적 맥락
In many countries, the word 'AMBULANCE' is printed in reverse on the front of the vehicle so that drivers looking in their rearview mirrors can read it correctly.
빠른 퀴즈
The ______ arrived within five minutes to take the injured athlete to the hospital.
정답!
정답은: ambulance
관련 어휘
관련 단어
principled
C2Acting in accordance with morality and high standards of behavior. It describes a person or an action guided by a strict set of values and integrity rather than by personal gain or convenience.
analytical
C1Relating to or using analysis or logical reasoning to understand something by breaking it down into its constituent parts. It describes a systematic approach to problem-solving and the ability to evaluate information critically.
approach
C1A systematic way of dealing with something or a specific perspective taken when addressing a problem or task. It can also refer to the physical act of moving nearer to someone or something in distance or time.
authorize
C1To grant official permission or legal power to someone to perform a specific action or to allow something to happen. It typically involves a formal process or a person in a position of authority validating a request or procedure.
beneficial
B2Beneficial describes something that has a good effect or promotes well-being. It is frequently used in formal or academic contexts to highlight the advantages or positive outcomes of a specific action, substance, or situation.
consistent
C2The quality of achieving a level of performance which does not vary over time, or the state of being coherent and not contradictory in logical or behavioral terms. Physically, it refers to the degree of thickness, firmness, or viscosity found in a substance.
constitutional
C2Relating to the fundamental principles or established laws that govern a state or organization. It can also refer to an individual's physical health or inherent temperament.
contextual
B2Relating to the circumstances or setting in which something exists or occurs. It describes information that helps explain the meaning of an event, statement, or idea by looking at its surroundings.
contract
C1A formal and legally binding agreement between two or more parties that establishes mutual obligations. In academic and legal contexts, it refers to the specific terms, conditions, and enforcement mechanisms that govern a transaction or relationship.
contractor
C1A person or company that performs work or provides goods and services under a specific legal agreement. Unlike a regular employee, a contractor is usually hired for a specific project or a fixed period of time as an independent entity.
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