sphere
A sphere is a perfectly round three-dimensional object where every point on its surface is equidistant from its center. Metaphorically, it refers to a specific field of activity, interest, or social environment where someone has power or expertise.
예시
3 / 5The children were fascinated by the large wooden sphere sitting in the center of the museum.
The kids were amazed by the big round wooden ball located in the middle of the museum.
He has spent his entire career operating within the highest levels of the political sphere.
He has worked his whole life inside the most important parts of the political world.
That topic is way out of my sphere, so I can't really comment on it.
That subject is outside of my area of knowledge, so I cannot give an opinion.
어휘 가족
암기 팁
Think of the word 'Atmosphere' — it is the 'sphere' of air that surrounds our 'globe'. Both involve a round area of influence.
빠른 퀴즈
The diplomat worked hard to maintain his country's ___ of influence in the region.
정답!
정답은: sphere
예시
The children were fascinated by the large wooden sphere sitting in the center of the museum.
everydayThe kids were amazed by the big round wooden ball located in the middle of the museum.
He has spent his entire career operating within the highest levels of the political sphere.
formalHe has worked his whole life inside the most important parts of the political world.
That topic is way out of my sphere, so I can't really comment on it.
informalThat subject is outside of my area of knowledge, so I cannot give an opinion.
The celestial sphere was a fundamental concept in ancient Greek astronomy for mapping stars.
academicThe imaginary globe of the sky was a basic idea used by ancient Greeks to map the stars.
The merger will allow the company to expand its sphere of influence in the European market.
businessThe business deal will help the company increase its power and reach in the European market.
어휘 가족
자주 쓰는 조합
자주 쓰는 구문
within one's sphere
Inside someone's area of knowledge or control.
outside my sphere
Not part of my expertise or responsibility.
domestic sphere
The area of life relating to the home and family.
자주 혼동되는 단어
A circle is a two-dimensional flat shape, whereas a sphere is a three-dimensional solid object.
Atmosphere refers specifically to the gases surrounding a planet, while sphere is a general term for any round object or area of activity.
사용 참고사항
When used metaphorically, 'sphere' implies a boundary of influence or expertise. It is commonly paired with 'of' to define the area, such as 'sphere of interest' or 'sphere of operation'.
자주 하는 실수
Learners often use 'circle' when they should use 'sphere' for 3D objects or abstract domains of influence. Additionally, avoid using it as a verb; use 'ensphere' or 'encompass' instead.
암기 팁
Think of the word 'Atmosphere' — it is the 'sphere' of air that surrounds our 'globe'. Both involve a round area of influence.
어원
Derived from the Middle English 'spere', which comes from the Old French 'esphere' and the Latin 'sphaera', originally from the Greek 'sphaira' meaning 'ball'.
문법 패턴
문화적 맥락
The term 'public sphere' is a significant concept in Western philosophy and sociology, representing a space where citizens can discuss politics independently of the state.
빠른 퀴즈
The diplomat worked hard to maintain his country's ___ of influence in the region.
정답!
정답은: sphere
관련 문법 규칙
관련 단어
to
A1Used to indicate the place, person, or thing that someone or something moves toward. It can also mark the recipient of an action or the limit of a range.
and
A1A primary conjunction used to connect words, phrases, or clauses that are grammatically equal. It indicates addition, a sequence of events, or a relationship between two things.
a
A1A word used before a singular noun that is not specific or is being mentioned for the first time. It is used only before words that begin with a consonant sound to indicate one of something.
that
A1This word is a demonstrative pronoun used to indicate a specific person, object, or idea that is further away in space or time from the speaker. It is also used to refer back to something that has already been mentioned or to introduce a clause that identifies something.
I
A1The pronoun 'I' is used by a speaker or writer to refer to themselves as the subject of a verb. It is the first-person singular subject pronoun in English and is always capitalized regardless of its position in a sentence.
for
A1Used to show who is intended to have or use something, or to explain the purpose or reason for an action. It is also frequently used to indicate a specific duration of time.
not
A1A function word used to express negation or denial. It is primarily used to make a sentence or phrase negative, often following an auxiliary verb or the verb 'to be'.
with
A1A preposition used to indicate that people or things are together, in the same place, or performing an action together. It can also describe the instrument used to perform an action or a characteristic that someone or something has.
he
A1A pronoun used to refer to a male person or animal that has already been mentioned or is easily identified. It functions as the subject of a sentence.
you
A1Used to refer to the person or people that the speaker is addressing. It is the second-person pronoun used for both singular and plural subjects and objects.
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