B2 noun 중립

brackish

/ˈbræk.ɪʃ/

Brackish describes water that has more salinity than fresh water, but not as much as seawater. It typically occurs where fresh water meets sea water, such as in estuaries or marshes.

예시

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1

The local fishermen know that certain species only thrive in the brackish waters of the estuary.

Local fishers understand that some fish live only in the slightly salty water where the river meets the sea.

2

The environmental report highlighted the degradation of the brackish ecosystem due to industrial runoff.

The official report noted that the semi-salty natural environment was being harmed by factory waste.

3

Don't try to drink from that pool; it's brackish and will just make you thirstier.

Do not drink that water because it contains salt and will increase your dehydration.

어휘 가족

명사
brackishness
부사
brackishly
형용사
brackish
관련
brine
💡

암기 팁

Think of the word 'brackish' as 'broken' fresh water—it was fresh, but then some salt 'broke' in.

빠른 퀴즈

The ______ water in the bay is a mix of the river's flow and the incoming tide.

정답!

정답은: brackish

예시

1

The local fishermen know that certain species only thrive in the brackish waters of the estuary.

everyday

Local fishers understand that some fish live only in the slightly salty water where the river meets the sea.

2

The environmental report highlighted the degradation of the brackish ecosystem due to industrial runoff.

formal

The official report noted that the semi-salty natural environment was being harmed by factory waste.

3

Don't try to drink from that pool; it's brackish and will just make you thirstier.

informal

Do not drink that water because it contains salt and will increase your dehydration.

4

The study analyzes how various mangrove species adapt to fluctuating brackish conditions.

academic

The research examines how mangrove trees survive in changing levels of water salinity.

5

Our engineering team is developing a cost-effective membrane for the desalination of brackish groundwater.

business

The engineers are creating a cheap filter to remove salt from underground water sources.

어휘 가족

명사
brackishness
부사
brackishly
형용사
brackish
관련
brine

자주 쓰는 조합

brackish water water that is slightly salty
brackish environment a habitat with mixed salt and fresh water
brackish marsh a wetland area with semi-salty water
brackish lagoon a shallow body of water separated from the sea with low salinity
brackish estuary the tidal mouth of a large river where the tide meets the stream

자주 쓰는 구문

brackish pool

a small body of standing, slightly salty water

brackish conditions

environmental states characterized by moderate salinity

brackish groundwater

water found underground that contains dissolved salts

자주 혼동되는 단어

brackish vs briny

Briny refers to water that is very salty (like the ocean), whereas brackish is only slightly salty.

brackish vs stagnant

Stagnant refers to water that is not moving and often smells, while brackish refers specifically to salt content.

📝

사용 참고사항

The term is almost exclusively used in geographical, biological, or environmental contexts to describe water quality. It is rarely used to describe food or other substances.

⚠️

자주 하는 실수

Learners often think 'brackish' means 'dirty' or 'polluted'. While it is undrinkable for humans, it is a specific chemical state rather than a state of cleanliness.

💡

암기 팁

Think of the word 'brackish' as 'broken' fresh water—it was fresh, but then some salt 'broke' in.

📖

어원

From the Middle Dutch word 'brac', meaning salty or nauseating.

문법 패턴

adjective used before a noun (attributive) not usually used in comparative forms (more brackish is rare) followed by nouns like water, lake, or marsh
🌍

문화적 맥락

In coastal regions, brackish water is a major factor in determining what types of crops can be grown and what technology is needed for well water.

빠른 퀴즈

The ______ water in the bay is a mix of the river's flow and the incoming tide.

정답!

정답은: brackish

관련 단어

bristling

B2

To bristle means to have hair or fur stand up away from the skin, typically due to fear or anger. Figuratively, it describes being covered with or full of something, or showing sharp annoyance or defensiveness.

broadcaster

B2

A broadcaster is a person or an organization that transmits programs or information via radio or television. It can refer to a large corporation that owns media channels or the individual presenter who speaks on air.

broadminded

B2

Describes someone who is willing to accept or tolerate beliefs, behaviors, or lifestyles that differ from their own. It implies a lack of prejudice and a receptiveness to new ideas or unconventional opinions.

broadside

B2

To broadside means to hit or collide with the side of something, most commonly a vehicle. Metaphorically, it refers to launching a sudden, forceful, and often public verbal or written attack against someone or something.

brogue

B2

To speak with a strong regional accent, typically an Irish or Scottish one, or to fit a person or shoe with traditional heavy leather decorative patterns. As a verb, it describes the act of imbuing speech with a melodic lilt or wearing sturdy, perforated footwear.

broke

B2

To be without money; experiencing a complete lack of funds, often used to describe a temporary state before one receives a paycheck or more money. In a broader context, it can describe a business that has become insolvent or bankrupt.

bromine

B2

Bromine is a chemical element that appears as a dark reddish-brown liquid at room temperature and is part of the halogen group. It is known for its pungent odor and is primarily used in industrial chemicals, flame retardants, and as a disinfectant in swimming pools and spas.

bronchitis

B2

Bronchitis is an inflammation of the lining of the bronchial tubes, which carry air to and from your lungs. People who have bronchitis often cough up thickened mucus, which can be discolored, and experience difficulty breathing.

brooch

B2

A brooch is a decorative piece of jewelry that is designed to be attached to a person's clothing. It features a pin on the back to fasten it securely to a garment, often serving as both an ornament and a functional clasp.

brook

B2

To tolerate, endure, or allow something, especially something unpleasant or oppositional. It is most frequently used in negative constructions, such as saying someone will 'brook no' interference or delay.

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