A1 noun 중립

plateau

/plæˈtoʊ/

A plateau is a large area of high land that is flat on top. It is also used to describe a period of time where there is no change or progress after a time of growth.

예시

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1

The hikers finally reached the plateau and could see the whole valley below.

The hikers finally reached the plateau and could see the whole valley below.

2

Geological studies indicate that the plateau was formed millions of years ago.

Geological studies indicate that the plateau was formed millions of years ago.

3

I've hit a plateau with my guitar practice; I haven't improved in weeks.

I've hit a plateau with my guitar practice; I haven't improved in weeks.

어휘 가족

명사
plateau
Verb
plateau
관련
plateaus
💡

암기 팁

The word starts with 'plate'. A plate is flat. A plateau is a 'flat' mountain top.

빠른 퀴즈

After three months of losing weight, his progress reached a ______.

정답!

정답은: plateau

예시

1

The hikers finally reached the plateau and could see the whole valley below.

everyday

The hikers finally reached the plateau and could see the whole valley below.

2

Geological studies indicate that the plateau was formed millions of years ago.

formal

Geological studies indicate that the plateau was formed millions of years ago.

3

I've hit a plateau with my guitar practice; I haven't improved in weeks.

informal

I've hit a plateau with my guitar practice; I haven't improved in weeks.

4

The Tibetan Plateau is the highest and largest plateau in the world.

academic

The Tibetan Plateau is the highest and largest plateau in the world.

5

Our quarterly revenue has reached a plateau after two years of rapid growth.

business

Our quarterly revenue has reached a plateau after two years of rapid growth.

어휘 가족

명사
plateau
Verb
plateau
관련
plateaus

자주 쓰는 조합

reach a plateau reach a plateau
hit a plateau hit a plateau
mountain plateau mountain plateau
vast plateau vast plateau
stable plateau stable plateau

자주 쓰는 구문

hit a plateau

to stop making progress

reach a plateau

to arrive at a stage with no change

level off

to stop rising and become steady

자주 혼동되는 단어

plateau vs platter

A platter is a large flat plate for serving food, while a plateau is a geographical feature.

📝

사용 참고사항

Use 'plateau' when talking about physical geography or when someone's progress in learning or fitness stops moving upward.

⚠️

자주 하는 실수

Learners often struggle with the spelling 'eau' at the end. They might also forget that 'plateau' can be a verb meaning 'to stop increasing'.

💡

암기 팁

The word starts with 'plate'. A plate is flat. A plateau is a 'flat' mountain top.

📖

어원

From the French word 'plateau', which is a diminutive of 'plat' meaning 'flat'.

문법 패턴

Plural can be 'plateaus' or 'plateaux'. Used as a verb: 'The temperature plateaued at thirty degrees.'
🌍

문화적 맥락

The Tibetan Plateau is often referred to as the 'Roof of the World' in international geography.

빠른 퀴즈

After three months of losing weight, his progress reached a ______.

정답!

정답은: plateau

관련 문법 규칙

nature 관련 단어

carnivore

A1

A carnivore is an animal that gets its food from eating other animals. These animals are often called meat-eaters and have special teeth for hunting and eating flesh.

herbivore

A1

A herbivore is an animal that eats only plants, such as grass, leaves, and fruits. These animals do not eat meat or other animals.

savanna

A1

A savanna is a large, flat area of land covered with grass and only a few scattered trees. It is mostly found in hot regions, such as Africa and South America, and supports a wide variety of wildlife.

estuary

A1

An estuary is the wide part of a river where it joins the sea. It is a unique place where fresh water from the river mixes with salty water from the ocean.

undergrowth

A1

Undergrowth refers to the small plants, bushes, and shrubs that grow on the ground beneath the taller trees in a forest or wood. It is often dense and can make walking through the area difficult.

germination

A1

Germination is the process where a seed starts to grow into a new plant. It happens when the seed has enough water, the right temperature, and oxygen.

evergreen

A1

An evergreen is a tree or plant that keeps its green leaves all year round, even in the winter. Unlike deciduous trees, it does not lose its foliage during the cold seasons.

endangered species

A1

A group of animals or plants that are in danger of disappearing forever. There are very few of them left in the world, so people try to protect them.

sanctuary

A1

A safe place where people or animals are protected from danger or trouble. It is also a quiet, peaceful place where you can feel calm and relaxed.

mammal

A1

A mammal is a type of animal that breathes air, usually has hair or fur, and gives birth to live young. They are special because the mothers produce milk to feed their babies.

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