
commonality
词源
源自中古英语,由 common(共同的)加上后缀 -ality(表示状态或性质)构成,最终可追溯至拉丁语 communis(共享的)。
noun
❶ 指不同事物之间共有的特征或相似之处,强调群体中的普遍性或一致性。
“The commonality between these two cultures is their respect for elders.”
(这两种文化的共同点是对长辈的尊重。)
“Despite their differences, there is a surprising commonality in their goals.”
(尽管存在差异,但他们的目标出奇地一致。)
❶ 指普通或普遍存在的状态,常用于描述广泛共享的特性或条件。
“The commonality of smartphones has changed how we communicate.”
(智能手机的普及改变了我们的交流方式。)
“Poverty was a commonality in the region during that period.”
(在那个时期,贫困是该地区的普遍现象。)
常见短语
find commonality — 寻找共同点,指在不同事物或人群中识别出相似之处。
“The workshop helped participants find commonality in their experiences.”
(这个研讨会帮助参与者在他们的经历中找到共同点。)
shared commonality — 指被多方共同拥有的特征或经历,强调集体共性。
“Their shared commonality of growing up in rural areas created an instant bond.”
(他们在农村长大的共同经历立刻建立了联系。)