索引
An alphabetical list of names, subjects, etc., with references to the places where they occur, typically found at the end of a book. As a verb, to create such a list.
Examples
3 of 5这本词典的索引编排得很合理。
The index of this dictionary is arranged very logically.
数据库已经对所有的文档进行了索引。
The database has indexed all the documents.
通过索引，我很快就找到了那一页。
Through the index, I quickly found that page.
Word Family
Memory Tip
索 (Search) + 引 (Guide) = A guide for searching.
Quick Quiz
如果你想快速找到某个术语，可以查看书末的___。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 索引
Examples
这本词典的索引编排得很合理。
academicThe index of this dictionary is arranged very logically.
数据库已经对所有的文档进行了索引。
businessThe database has indexed all the documents.
通过索引，我很快就找到了那一页。
everydayThrough the index, I quickly found that page.
图书馆员正在整理新的图书索引。
formalThe librarian is organizing a new book index.
这个网站的索引功能不太好用。
informalThe indexing function of this website is not very easy to use.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
按字母索引
indexed alphabetically
引文索引
citation index
建立索引
build an index
Often Confused With
目录 is the 'Table of Contents' (at the start), while 索引 is the 'Index' (alphabetical list at the end).
Usage Notes
Important for IELTS academic reading skills, where students must scan for specific terms.
Common Mistakes
Mixing up 索引 (index) and 目录 (contents).
Memory Tip
索 (Search) + 引 (Guide) = A guide for searching.
Word Origin
From '索' (search/rope) and '引' (lead/guide).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
如果你想快速找到某个术语，可以查看书末的___。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 索引
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环节
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推断
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优先
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