
strengths
词源
源自中古英语 'strengthe',与古英语 'strengþu' 相关,意为力量或坚固。
noun
❶ 指一个人或事物的优点、长处或优势,通常用于描述个人能力或事物的积极方面。
“One of her greatest strengths is her ability to communicate effectively.”
(她最大的优点之一是她能够有效地沟通。)
“The company's strengths include a strong brand and loyal customers.”
(该公司的优势包括强大的品牌和忠实的客户。)
❶ 指物理或心理上的力量或耐力,通常用于描述人或物体的承受能力。
“The bridge was built to withstand the strengths of strong winds.”
(这座桥的建造是为了承受强风的力量。)
“She showed great mental strength during the difficult times.”
(她在困难时期表现出了强大的心理力量。)
常见短语
play to one's strengths — 指利用自己的优势或长处去做某事,通常用于建议或策略中。
“In the interview, she played to her strengths by highlighting her leadership skills.”
(在面试中,她通过强调自己的领导能力来发挥自己的优势。)
strengths and weaknesses — 指一个人或事物的优点和缺点,常用于评估或分析中。
“The report analyzed the strengths and weaknesses of the new policy.”
(这份报告分析了新政策的优点和缺点。)