n. a Swiss patriot who lived in the early 14th century and who was renowned for his skill as an archer; according to legend an Austrian governor compelled him to shoot an apple from his son's head with his crossbow (which he did successfully without mishap)
v. let something be known
v. narrate or give a detailed account of
v. discern or comprehend
vt. 告诉, 说, 吩咐, 断定, 知道
vi. 讲述, 泄密, 告发, 表明
1. She can tell a good story.
她会讲一个好故事。
2. Can you tell me the time?
你能告诉我现在几点吗?
3. I told him to be careful.
我告诉他要小心。