tropics

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英文释义

n the part of the Earth's surface between the Tropic of Cancer and the Tropic of Capricorn; characterized by a hot climate
n either of two parallels of latitude about 23.5 degrees to the north and south of the equator representing the points farthest north and south at which the sun can shine directly overhead and constituting the boundaries of the Torrid Zone or tropics

中文翻译

n. 热带地区

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记忆技巧

tropics 源自希腊语 tropikos，意为“转向的”，表示热带地区的气候特点。可以记住“热带”与“转向”之间的联系。

例句

1. The tropics are known for their warm climate and abundant rainfall.
热带地区以温暖的气候和丰富的降雨而闻名。
2. Many exotic plants and animals live in the tropics.
许多奇特的植物和动物生活在热带地区。
3. People often vacation in the tropics to enjoy the sun and beaches.
人们常常选择在热带地区度假，以享受阳光和海滩。

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