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welsh
UK //welʃ//US //welʃ//
词源
The verb 'welsh' is of uncertain origin, possibly derived from a derogatory stereotype about Welsh people. The noun form refers to the people or culture of Wales, from Old English 'Wēalh' meaning 'foreigner' or 'Celt'.
verb
❶ 指某人未能履行承诺，尤其是未能偿还赌债或逃避应支付的款项。常用于非正式场合，带有负面含义。
“He welshed on his bet and refused to pay.”
（他赖掉了赌注，拒绝付钱。）
“Don't trust him; he's known to welsh on his debts.”
（别相信他，大家都知道他会赖账。）
同义词:default, renege, back out
noun
❶ 指威尔士人或与威尔士相关的事物。通常用于描述威尔士的文化、语言或居民。
“The Welsh are known for their beautiful singing voices.”
（威尔士人以他们优美的歌声闻名。）
“She is learning to speak Welsh.”
（她正在学习威尔士语。）
同义词:Welshman, Welshwoman, Cymry
常见短语
welsh on — 指某人未能履行承诺或逃避责任，常用于描述赖账或违背协议的行为。
“He welshed on his promise to help with the project.”
（他违背了帮忙完成项目的承诺。）