B2 noun 中性

sustainable

/səˈsteɪ.nə.bəl/

Sustainable refers to the ability to be maintained at a certain rate or level without depleting natural resources or causing severe damage. In environmental contexts, it describes methods that do not harm the ecosystem, while in business, it refers to growth that can continue over the long term.

例句

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1

I try to make more sustainable choices by bringing my own bags to the grocery store.

I try to make environmentally friendly choices by bringing my own bags to the shop.

2

The government is committed to promoting sustainable urban development to reduce carbon emissions.

The state is dedicated to encouraging long-term city growth that minimizes pollution.

3

Living a zero-waste life is great, but it isn't always sustainable for a busy family.

A zero-waste lifestyle is good, but it is not always easy to maintain for a busy household.

词族

名词
sustainability
Verb
sustain
副词
sustainably
形容词
sustainable
相关
sustenance
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记忆技巧

Think of the word 'Sustain' (to keep going) + 'Able' (capable of). If a process is sustainable, it is 'able to be sustained' forever.

快速测验

The company is switching to _____ packaging to reduce its impact on the environment.

正确!

正确答案是: sustainable

例句

1

I try to make more sustainable choices by bringing my own bags to the grocery store.

everyday

I try to make environmentally friendly choices by bringing my own bags to the shop.

2

The government is committed to promoting sustainable urban development to reduce carbon emissions.

formal

The state is dedicated to encouraging long-term city growth that minimizes pollution.

3

Living a zero-waste life is great, but it isn't always sustainable for a busy family.

informal

A zero-waste lifestyle is good, but it is not always easy to maintain for a busy household.

4

The study examines whether current fishing levels are sustainable for the local marine population.

academic

The research investigates if current fishing rates can be kept up without hurting the fish population.

5

Our primary goal this quarter is to achieve sustainable profit growth rather than a one-time spike.

business

Our main objective is to reach profit increases that can last long-term instead of a temporary rise.

词族

名词
sustainability
Verb
sustain
副词
sustainably
形容词
sustainable
相关
sustenance

常见搭配

sustainable development economic growth that preserves the environment
sustainable energy power from sources that do not run out
sustainable agriculture farming that protects the land and environment
sustainable fashion clothing produced with ethical and ecological standards
sustainable growth a rate of increase that can be maintained without causing problems

常用短语

environmentally sustainable

not harmful to the environment over time

sustainable lifestyle

a way of living that uses fewer natural resources

sustainable practices

methods of working that can be continued indefinitely

容易混淆的词

sustainable vs renewable

Renewable refers specifically to resources that replenish naturally (like sun/wind), while sustainable refers to the entire system's ability to last.

sustainable vs durable

Durable means physically strong and long-lasting, whereas sustainable refers to environmental or systemic longevity.

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使用说明

While commonly used for green energy and the environment, 'sustainable' is also used in economics and sports to describe performance levels that aren't just a lucky streak.

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常见错误

Learners often use 'sustainable' when they mean 'sustained'. 'Sustained' describes something that has already happened for a long time, while 'sustainable' describes something that is *capable* of lasting.

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记忆技巧

Think of the word 'Sustain' (to keep going) + 'Able' (capable of). If a process is sustainable, it is 'able to be sustained' forever.

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词源

Derived from the Latin 'sustinere', meaning to hold up, support, or endure.

语法模式

Used as an adjective before a noun: sustainable energy. Used as a predicative adjective: The current debt level is not sustainable. Commonly modified by adverbs: environmentally sustainable, economically sustainable.
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文化背景

In the 21st century, sustainability has become a core value in global policy, specifically through the UN's Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

快速测验

The company is switching to _____ packaging to reduce its impact on the environment.

正确!

正确答案是: sustainable

相关词

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B2

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brawn

B2

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B2

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B2

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B2

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B2

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bread

B2

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breadboard

B2

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breadcrumb

B2

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breadfruit

B2

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