多元
Consisting of many different elements, parts, or characters; multifaceted or pluralistic.
Examples
3 of 5我们需要培养学生的多元思维。
We need to cultivate students' pluralistic thinking.
这是一个文化多元的城市。
This is a culturally diverse city.
公司采用了多元化的经营策略。
The company adopted a diversified business strategy.
Word Family
Memory Tip
多 (many) + 元 (elements/units) = many elements.
Quick Quiz
在全球化背景下，___文化交流变得非常频繁。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 多元
Examples
我们需要培养学生的多元思维。
academicWe need to cultivate students' pluralistic thinking.
这是一个文化多元的城市。
everydayThis is a culturally diverse city.
公司采用了多元化的经营策略。
businessThe company adopted a diversified business strategy.
多元价值观的碰撞是不可避免的。
formalThe collision of diverse values is inevitable.
他的兴趣非常多元。
informalHis interests are very diverse.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
多元文化主义
multiculturalism
多元发展
pluralistic development
多元共存
pluralistic coexistence
Often Confused With
多元 often implies many 'origins' or 'systems' (pluralistic), while 多样 is a simpler 'many types'.
Usage Notes
A high-frequency word for IELTS topics on globalization and social change.
Common Mistakes
Remember it is usually an adjective or part of a noun phrase.
Memory Tip
多 (many) + 元 (elements/units) = many elements.
Word Origin
From '多' (many) and '元' (unit/element).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
在全球化背景下，___文化交流变得非常频繁。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 多元
Related Vocabulary
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推崇
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传承
B1To pass down and inherit cultural heritage, skills, or traditions through generations.
推敲
B1To weigh, deliberate, or polish words or ideas carefully. It implies a process of repeatedly refining something to achieve perfection.
传统
B1The transmission of customs or beliefs from generation to generation, or the fact of being passed on in this way.
融合
B1The process or result of joining two or more things together to form a single entity; blending different elements like cultures or technologies.
特色
B1A distinctive feature or quality that makes something different or special compared to others. It highlights unique characteristics.
多元化
B2The process or state of becoming more diverse or varied. It is a common topic in IELTS regarding culture, economy, and investment.
庆典
B1A celebration or a grand ceremony for a special event or anniversary. Useful for IELTS General letters about invitations or events.
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