B2 noun 中性 #39 最常用

ethnic

/ˈɛθnɪk/

As a noun, an ethnic refers to a member of a specific ethnic group, typically a minority group that retains distinct cultural, religious, or linguistic traditions. In modern usage, it is often used to describe individuals who belong to a population that shares a common national or cultural heritage.

例句

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The festival was a wonderful celebration of the various ethnics that make up our city's population.

The festival was a wonderful celebration of the various ethnic group members that make up our city's population.

2

The census data provides a detailed breakdown of the different ethnics residing within the metropolitan area.

The census data provides a detailed breakdown of the different ethnic individuals residing within the metropolitan area.

3

There are so many different ethnics in my neighborhood, and I love the variety of food they bring.

There are so many different ethnic groups in my neighborhood, and I love the variety of food they bring.

词族

名词
ethnic
Verb
ethnicize
副词
ethnically
形容词
ethnic
相关
ethnicity
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记忆技巧

Think of the 'n' in ethnic standing for 'Nation' or 'Nature of your culture.'

快速测验

The city's unique charm comes from the many different _______ who have settled there over the centuries.

正确!

正确答案是: ethnics

例句

1

The festival was a wonderful celebration of the various ethnics that make up our city's population.

everyday

The festival was a wonderful celebration of the various ethnic group members that make up our city's population.

2

The census data provides a detailed breakdown of the different ethnics residing within the metropolitan area.

formal

The census data provides a detailed breakdown of the different ethnic individuals residing within the metropolitan area.

3

There are so many different ethnics in my neighborhood, and I love the variety of food they bring.

informal

There are so many different ethnic groups in my neighborhood, and I love the variety of food they bring.

4

Sociological research often examines how specific ethnics maintain their cultural identity across generations.

academic

Sociological research often examines how specific ethnic group members maintain their cultural identity across generations.

5

Our recruitment policy aims to include ethnics from a wide range of backgrounds to ensure a diverse workforce.

business

Our recruitment policy aims to include people from diverse ethnic backgrounds to ensure a diverse workforce.

词族

名词
ethnic
Verb
ethnicize
副词
ethnically
形容词
ethnic
相关
ethnicity

常见搭配

diverse ethnics individuals from various cultural backgrounds
urban ethnics ethnic group members living in cities
religious ethnics individuals defined by both their ethnicity and religion
local ethnics ethnic groups belonging to a specific local area
white ethnics a term often used in US history to describe European immigrant groups

常用短语

ethnic makeup

the composition of different ethnic groups in a population

ethnic identity

the sense of belonging to a specific ethnic group

ethnic origins

the ancestral or national roots of a person

容易混淆的词

ethnic vs ethic

Ethic refers to moral principles or values, while ethnic refers to cultural or national heritage.

ethnic vs ethnicity

Ethnicity is the abstract noun for the state of belonging to a group, whereas ethnic can be used as a noun for the person themselves.

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使用说明

While 'ethnic' is widely used as an adjective, using it as a noun (e.g., 'an ethnic') can sometimes be perceived as dated or overly categorical. It is often more respectful to say 'a person of [X] ethnicity' or 'members of an ethnic group.'

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常见错误

Learners often confuse 'ethnic' with 'ethics.' Remember that 'ethnic' has an 'n' and relates to nations/culture, while 'ethics' relates to behavior.

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记忆技巧

Think of the 'n' in ethnic standing for 'Nation' or 'Nature of your culture.'

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词源

Derived from the Greek word 'ethnikos,' meaning 'pertaining to a nation' or 'heathen' (in early Christian contexts).

语法模式

Used as a countable noun, usually in the plural (ethnics). Commonly functions as a collective noun when referring to a specific community.
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文化背景

In multicultural societies like the US, UK, and Canada, the term is central to discussions about diversity, civil rights, and cultural representation.

快速测验

The city's unique charm comes from the many different _______ who have settled there over the centuries.

正确!

正确答案是: ethnics

相关词

complement

A2

A thing that completes or brings to perfection something else. In grammar, it refers to a word or phrase that follows a verb and provides more information about the subject or object.

compound

A2

Describes something that is made of two or more separate parts or elements joined together. It is often used to talk about words, sentences, or chemical substances that have multiple components.

conceive

A2

To form an idea, plan, or concept in the mind. It is also the medical term used to describe when a woman becomes pregnant.

confer

A2

To discuss something with other people in order to reach a decision or exchange ideas. It can also mean to officially give an honor, title, or degree to someone.

conform

A2

To behave according to rules, standards, or what is expected by a group of people. It means to fit in or act in a way that matches others.

consecutive

A2

Following one after another in a continuous series without any breaks. It describes things that happen in a logical order, like numbers (1, 2, 3) or days (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday).

consistency

A2

Consistency is the quality of always acting or behaving in the same way. it also describes how thick or smooth a liquid or substance is.

disclude

B1

Describing a state where someone or something is left out, omitted, or not allowed to participate in a group or activity. It refers to the condition of being kept apart from a whole or a set.

antiformous

B1

Describes a shape or structure that is curved or folded upwards like an arch. It is most often used in geology and geometry to describe a convex surface.

interspect

B1

Describing a person who is thoughtful and focused on their own internal thoughts and feelings. It refers to the act of looking inward to examine one's own emotions and motives rather than focusing on external things.

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