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English - Japanese
Surround
səˈraʊnd
Very common
~ 1900
~ 1900
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
囲む (かこむ), 取り囲む (とりかこむ), 包囲する (ほういする), 取り巻く (とりまく), 環境に影響を与える (かんきょうにえいきょうをあたえる)
Surround meanings in Japanese
囲む (かこむ)
Example:
The soldiers surround the castle.
兵士たちが城を囲んでいる。
The trees surround the house.
木々が家を囲んでいる。
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Used in both formal and informal contexts when describing physical encirclement.
Note: This meaning can also imply a protective or enclosing action.
取り囲む (とりかこむ)
Example:
The crowd surrounded the performer.
群衆がパフォーマーを取り囲んだ。
The fence surrounds the garden.
フェンスが庭を取り囲んでいる。
Usage: Formal/InformalContext: Typically used to describe situations where a person or object is encircled by a group.
Note: This term emphasizes the action of encircling more than '囲む'.
包囲する (ほういする)
Example:
The army is surrounding the enemy base.
軍が敵の基地を包囲している。
The police surrounded the suspect's house.
警察が容疑者の家を包囲した。
Usage: FormalContext: Used in military or law enforcement contexts to describe strategic encirclement.
Note: This term suggests an intention to contain or capture.
取り巻く (とりまく)
Example:
The fans surround their favorite celebrity.
ファンが好きなセレブを取り巻いている。
Children surrounded the puppy.
子供たちが子犬を取り巻いていた。
Usage: InformalContext: Used when describing people or animals gathering around someone or something in an affectionate manner.
Note: This term often conveys a sense of admiration or enthusiasm.
環境に影響を与える (かんきょうにえいきょうをあたえる)
Example:
The noise surrounds our daily life.
その騒音は私たちの日常生活に影響を与えている。
Pollution surrounds the city.
汚染が都市を取り巻いている。
Usage: FormalContext: Used in discussions about environmental issues or influences.
Note: This usage emphasizes the impact of external factors on a situation.
Surround's synonyms
encircle
To encircle means to form a circle around something.
Example: The ancient ruins were encircled by a tall stone wall.
Note: Encircle implies a more circular or complete surrounding compared to 'surround'.
encompass
To encompass means to include or contain within a larger area or scope.
Example: The park encompasses a large lake and several hiking trails.
Note: Encompass emphasizes the idea of including or covering a wide range within the surrounding area.
enclose
To enclose means to shut in all around, surround, or fence off.
Example: The garden was enclosed by a hedge for privacy.
Note: Enclose often implies a physical barrier or boundary around something.
envelop
To envelop means to wrap up, cover, or surround completely.
Example: The fog enveloped the entire city, reducing visibility.
Note: Envelop conveys the idea of completely covering or surrounding something like a blanket.
Surround expressions, common phrases
Surroundings
Refers to the environment or area in which someone is located.
Example: She admired the beautiful surroundings of the countryside.
Note: The word 'surroundings' is more general and refers to the overall environment, while 'surround' specifically means to encircle something.
Surround oneself with
To be in the company of or to have a lot of a particular type of thing or person around you.
Example: I like to surround myself with positive people.
Note: This phrase emphasizes actively choosing to be around certain people or things, rather than just being encircled by them.
Be surrounded by
To have something on all sides.
Example: The city is surrounded by mountains.
Note: This phrase focuses on the state of being encircled or enclosed by something.
Surround and conquer
To encircle an opponent or enemy in order to defeat them.
Example: The military strategy was to surround and conquer the enemy forces.
Note: This phrase specifically refers to a strategic approach in warfare, where surrounding the enemy is a key step towards victory.
Surround sound
A system of sound reproduction that envelops the listener.
Example: The movie theater has a surround sound system for an immersive viewing experience.
Note: This term is used in the context of audio technology to describe a multi-channel audio system that creates a more immersive sound experience.
Surroundings are everything
Refers to the importance of the environment or context in which something exists.
Example: In real estate, they say surroundings are everything.
Note: This phrase emphasizes the significance of the environment in determining the value or quality of something.
Surround and protect
To encircle and defend against potential threats or dangers.
Example: The body's immune system works to surround and protect against harmful invaders.
Note: This phrase implies not just encircling but also actively shielding or safeguarding against harm.
Surround everyday (slang) expressions
Close in
To approach or converge on something or someone from all directions, usually with the intention of capturing or surrounding.
Example: The police closed in on the suspect.
Note: The term 'close in' is more focused on the action of coming near or surrounding something quickly, with a sense of urgency or immediacy.
Hem in
To enclose or restrict someone or something within a confined space or boundary.
Example: The hedge hemmed in the garden.
Note: While 'surround' can imply a more general sense of being all around, 'hem in' specifically emphasizes the idea of confinement or restriction within boundaries.
Gang up on
To unite with others against someone or something, often to intimidate or overpower.
Example: They ganged up on him during the argument.
Note: 'Gang up on' implies a coordinated effort by multiple individuals to surround or confront another person, often in a confrontational or hostile manner.
Swarm
To move in a large, dense group towards something or someone, often in a chaotic or overwhelming manner.
Example: Tourists swarmed the famous landmark.
Note: 'Swarm' suggests a sudden and intense mass movement towards a specific target, creating a sense of overwhelming numbers converging in a particular area.
Crowd around
To gather closely around someone or something, often in a curious or enthusiastic manner.
Example: Fans crowded around the celebrity for autographs.
Note: This term emphasizes the act of gathering closely together around a central point of interest, suggesting a more informal and spontaneous gathering than the word 'surround'.
Besiege
To surround a place, typically a building, with the aim of isolating or capturing whoever is inside.
Example: The protesters besieged the government building.
Note: 'Besiege' carries a stronger connotation of a prolonged and determined attempt to control or influence a location, often in the context of protest or conflict.
Surround - Examples
The forest surrounds the lake.
The city is surrounded by mountains.
The mother surrounded her child with love.
Surround grammar
Surround - Verb (Verb) / Verb, base form (Verb, base form)
Lemma: surround
Conjugations
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): surrounded
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): surrounding
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): surrounds
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): surround
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): surround
Syllables, Separation and Stress
surround Contains 2 syllables: sur • round
Phonetic transcription: sə-ˈrau̇nd
sur round , sə ˈrau̇nd (The red syllable is stressed)
Surround - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
surround: ~ 1900 (Very common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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