bout
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
3 / 5After 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.
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.
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
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
After a week-long bout of the flu, she finally felt strong enough to leave the house.
everydayAfter a week-long period of the flu, she finally felt strong enough to leave the house.
The economy experienced a sudden bout of volatility following the unexpected policy change.
formalThe economy experienced a sudden period of volatility following the unexpected policy change.
I just had a quick bout with the lawnmower before the rain started.
informalI just had a quick session with the lawnmower before the rain started.
Clinical studies suggest that short bouts of vigorous exercise can be as effective as longer, moderate sessions.
academicClinical studies suggest that short periods of vigorous exercise can be as effective as longer, moderate sessions.
The firm faced a challenging bout of litigation that lasted for nearly three years.
businessThe firm faced a challenging period of litigation that lasted for nearly three years.
어휘 가족
자주 쓰는 조합
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
A boat is a watercraft, whereas a bout is a period of time or a match.
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
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
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stand
A1To 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
A1To 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
A1To 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
A1To 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
A1To 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
A1To 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
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understand
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follow
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