C1 noun 중립

bout

/baʊt/

A brief period of intense activity, or a specific occurrence of something, such as an illness or a strong emotion. It is frequently used to describe a temporary struggle or a competitive match in sports like boxing.

예시

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1

After a week-long bout of the flu, she finally felt strong enough to leave the house.

After a week-long period of the flu, she finally felt strong enough to leave the house.

2

The economy experienced a sudden bout of volatility following the unexpected policy change.

The economy experienced a sudden period of volatility following the unexpected policy change.

3

I just had a quick bout with the lawnmower before the rain started.

I just had a quick session with the lawnmower before the rain started.

어휘 가족

명사
bout
관련
contest
💡

암기 팁

Think of a boxing match: a 'bout' is a fight. When you have a 'bout' of the flu, you are 'fighting' the virus for a round.

빠른 퀴즈

The city is recovering from a severe _____ of freezing rain that caused widespread power outages.

정답!

정답은: bout

예시

1

After a week-long bout of the flu, she finally felt strong enough to leave the house.

everyday

After a week-long period of the flu, she finally felt strong enough to leave the house.

2

The economy experienced a sudden bout of volatility following the unexpected policy change.

formal

The economy experienced a sudden period of volatility following the unexpected policy change.

3

I just had a quick bout with the lawnmower before the rain started.

informal

I just had a quick session with the lawnmower before the rain started.

4

Clinical studies suggest that short bouts of vigorous exercise can be as effective as longer, moderate sessions.

academic

Clinical studies suggest that short periods of vigorous exercise can be as effective as longer, moderate sessions.

5

The firm faced a challenging bout of litigation that lasted for nearly three years.

business

The firm faced a challenging period of litigation that lasted for nearly three years.

어휘 가족

명사
bout
관련
contest

자주 쓰는 조합

a bout of depression a period of depression
a bout of insomnia a period of inability to sleep
a wrestling bout a wrestling match
a bout of coughing a sudden fit of coughing
frequent bouts of often occurring periods of

자주 쓰는 구문

a bout of nerves

a temporary feeling of anxiety

a bout of heavy drinking

a period spent consuming a lot of alcohol

another bout of

a repeated instance of an unpleasant event

자주 혼동되는 단어

bout vs boat

A boat is a watercraft, whereas a bout is a period of time or a match.

bout vs about

About is a preposition meaning concerning; bout is a noun referring to a duration.

📝

사용 참고사항

The word is most commonly used with negative experiences like illness, bad weather, or difficult emotions, but it is also the standard term for a boxing or wrestling match.

⚠️

자주 하는 실수

Learners sometimes use 'bout' to describe long, permanent conditions, but it specifically implies a temporary period with a clear start and end.

💡

암기 팁

Think of a boxing match: a 'bout' is a fight. When you have a 'bout' of the flu, you are 'fighting' the virus for a round.

📖

어원

Derived from the Middle English 'bought', meaning a bend or a turn, suggesting a 'turn' at something.

문법 패턴

countable noun usually follows the pattern 'a bout of [noun]' plural form is 'bouts'
🌍

문화적 맥락

In sports culture, especially in the US and UK, 'bout' is specifically synonymous with professional prize-fighting matches.

빠른 퀴즈

The city is recovering from a severe _____ of freezing rain that caused widespread power outages.

정답!

정답은: bout

관련 단어

sit

A1

To rest your body on your bottom with your back upright, typically on a chair or the floor. It describes both the action of moving into this position and the state of being in it.

stand

A1

To be in an upright position supported by one's feet rather than sitting or lying down. It also refers to the physical location of an object or a person's particular opinion on a subject.

pay

A1

To give money to someone in exchange for goods, services, or to settle a debt. It can also mean to give something non-monetary, such as attention or a compliment.

meet

A1

To come together with someone at a specific place and time, or to be introduced to someone for the first time. It can also mean to satisfy a requirement, standard, or need.

continue

A1

To keep doing something or to stay in the same state without stopping. It can also mean to start an activity again after a short break.

set

A1

To put or place something in a specific position or location. It also means to adjust or prepare something so that it is ready for use, such as a clock or a table.

learn

A1

To gain knowledge, understanding, or a skill by studying, practicing, or being taught. It refers to the process of acquiring information through experience or education.

lead

A1

To go in front of a group of people to show them the way to a place. It also means to be in control of a group, a team, or an activity.

understand

A1

To know the meaning of what someone is saying or how something works. It involves grasping an idea, a language, or a situation clearly in your mind.

follow

A1

To move behind someone or something in the same direction. It also means to obey rules, instructions, or to understand the logic of an argument or story.

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