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georgetown

UK //ˈdʒɔːdʒ.taʊn//US //ˈdʒɔːrdʒ.taʊn//

词源

源自美国首任总统乔治·华盛顿(George Washington)的名字,1789年以他的姓氏命名该地区。

noun

❶ 指位于美国华盛顿特区的历史街区,以乔治·华盛顿命名,以乔治城大学和风景优美的街道闻名,是旅游和居住的热门地点。

“Georgetown is known for its historic cobblestone streets and waterfront views.”

(乔治城以其历史悠久的鹅卵石街道和海滨景观而闻名。)

“Many tourists visit Georgetown to explore its charming shops and restaurants.”

(许多游客到访乔治城,探索其迷人的商店和餐馆。)

同义词:historic district, university town, Washington D.C. neighborhood

常见短语

Georgetown Cupcake — 指乔治城著名的纸杯蛋糕店,以其美味的甜点和长队闻名,是当地的热门打卡地。

“We waited in line for an hour to try Georgetown Cupcake's famous red velvet.”

(我们排队一小时,就为了尝尝乔治城纸杯蛋糕店著名的红丝绒蛋糕。)