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handsome

UK //ˈhæn.səm//US //ˈhæn.səm//

词源

源自中古英语 'handsom',原意为‘易于操作的’,后演变为‘得体的’,最终发展为现代‘英俊’或‘慷慨’的含义。

adjective

❶ 形容男性外貌英俊、有吸引力的,通常指五官端正、气质出众的男性。

“He is a handsome man with deep blue eyes.”

(他是个有着深邃蓝眼睛的英俊男子。)

“The actor became famous for his handsome looks.”

(这位演员因英俊的外表而出名。)

❶ 形容事物或数量可观、慷慨的,通常指金钱、礼物等。

“He received a handsome salary for his work.”

(他因工作获得了一份可观的薪水。)

“She gave him a handsome reward for his help.”

(她因他的帮助给了他丰厚的报酬。)

同义词:good-looking, attractive, striking, generous, substantial

常见短语

handsome is as handsome does — 这句谚语强调行为比外表更重要,意为真正的英俊在于行为而非外貌。

“Don't just rely on your looks—remember, handsome is as handsome does.”

(不要只依赖你的外表——记住,行为得体才是真正的英俊。)