priest

pri:st
四级六级考研 Collins 3

英文释义

n. a clergyman in Christian churches who has the authority to perform or administer various religious rites; one of the Holy Orders
n. a person who performs religious duties and ceremonies in a non-Christian religion

中文翻译

n. 祭司, 牧师, 神父, 神质人员, 僧侣, 泰斗

3
Collins 星级
1
Oxford 级别
2,532
BNC 频率
2,293
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记忆技巧

priest 源于拉丁语 preste 和希腊语 presbyteros，表示“长老”或“祭司”。可以联想到宗教的领导者角色。

例句

1. The priest gave a sermon on kindness and compassion.
牧师就善良和同情心发表了讲道。
2. Many people go to the priest for guidance in difficult times.
许多人在困难时期去找牧师寻求指导。
3. The priest blessed the couple on their wedding day.
牧师在新婚当天为这对夫妇祝福。

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