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English - Chinese
Been
bɪn
Extremely common
0 - 100
0 - 100
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.
在某个时间之前存在或发生, 某个状态的持续, 作为完成时态的助动词
Been meanings in Chinese
在某个时间之前存在或发生
Example:
I have been to Paris.
我去过巴黎。
She has been my friend for years.
她已经是我多年的朋友了。
Usage: formal/informalContext: 用于描述过去的经历或状态
Note: 这个用法通常与现在完成时态一起使用，表示从过去到现在的经历或状态。
某个状态的持续
Example:
He has been tired lately.
他最近一直很累。
They have been waiting for an hour.
他们已经等了一个小时。
Usage: formal/informalContext: 用于描述一个状态从过去持续到现在
Note: 这个用法强调持续性，常用于现在完成时态。
作为完成时态的助动词
Example:
They have been working hard.
他们一直在努力工作。
I have been studying English.
我一直在学习英语。
Usage: formal/informalContext: 用于构成现在完成时态
Note: 在这个用法中，'been' 与动词的过去分词一起使用，构成完成时态。
Been's synonyms
Been
The past participle of the verb 'to be' indicating a completed action or state in the past.
Example: I have been to Paris before.
Note:
Visited
To go to and spend time in a place for a particular purpose.
Example: I have visited Paris before.
Note: Visited specifically implies going to a place, while 'been' can refer to any kind of presence or experience.
Gone
To move from one place to another; to be in a different place.
Example: I have gone to Paris before.
Note: Gone emphasizes the action of physically moving to a location, while 'been' focuses on the experience of having been there.
Traveled
To go from one place to another, typically over a distance.
Example: I have traveled to Paris before.
Note: Traveled is a more general term for moving from one place to another, while 'been' is more specific to having been in a particular location.
Been expressions, common phrases
Been there, done that
This phrase means that the speaker has already experienced a similar situation and knows how to deal with it.
Example: A: I'm not sure how to handle this situation. B: Don't worry, been there, done that. I can help you.
Note: The phrase emphasizes past experience and implies a sense of confidence or expertise in handling a situation.
Have been
This phrase is used to indicate that someone has visited a place or experienced something in the past.
Example: I have been to Paris before.
Note: It specifically refers to a completed action or experience in the past.
Never been better
This phrase is an informal way of saying that one is feeling extremely good or in excellent health.
Example: A: How are you feeling? B: Never been better!
Note: It is an idiomatic expression used to emphasize a very positive state of well-being.
Been around the block
This phrase means that someone has a lot of experience in a particular area or has been through many different situations.
Example: She's been around the block a few times, so she knows how to handle difficult situations.
Note: It suggests a level of maturity and wisdom gained from various life experiences.
Where have you been?
This phrase is used to express surprise or annoyance at someone's absence or disappearance.
Example: A: I looked for you everywhere. Where have you been? B: Sorry, I lost track of time.
Note: It is a question directed towards someone's recent whereabouts or activities.
Been around for ages
This phrase means that something has existed or been present for a very long time.
Example: That building has been around for ages. It's a historical landmark.
Note: It emphasizes the longevity or enduring nature of something.
Been there, seen that
This phrase is used to indicate that the speaker has already experienced or witnessed something.
Example: A: Have you visited the new art exhibition? B: Yeah, been there, seen that. It was amazing!
Note: It conveys a sense of familiarity or lack of novelty in the experience.
Been everyday (slang) expressions
Beent
Beent is a slang term used to emphasize that something has been happening for a long time or repeatedly. It is a non-standard variation of 'been'.
Example: I beent telling you to call me back for hours!
Note: The slang term 'beent' is a colloquial twist on the word 'been' and adds emphasis to the duration or repetition of an action.
Ben
Ben is a slang term used to convey that someone has been in a particular state or location for a period of time. It is a phonetic variation of 'been'.
Example: I ben waiting for you at the cafe for half an hour.
Note: Similar to 'beent', 'ben' is a non-standard variation of 'been' and is used informally to indicate the duration of an action.
Beezy
Beezy is a slang term derived from 'busy' and is used to express being occupied or engrossed in something for a significant amount of time.
Example: I've been beezy with work and couldn't make it to the party.
Note: While 'busy' generally refers to being occupied with tasks, 'beezy' specifically emphasizes being highly engaged or caught up in a particular activity.
Bae-ing
Bae-ing is a term stemming from 'being' and 'bae' (slang for significant other) and is used to describe spending time with one's romantic partner or engaging in activities with them.
Example: I was bae-ing it up last night, binge-watching my favorite show.
Note: The term 'bae-ing' combines 'being' and 'bae' to signify spending quality time with a romantic partner, creating a playful and affectionate tone.
Ben chillin
'Ben chillin' is a blend of 'been' and 'chillin' (slang for relaxing or unwinding) used to indicate a prolonged period of relaxation or leisure.
Example: I've been chillin at home all day, watching movies.
Note: The slang term 'ben chillin' combines 'been' and 'chillin' to convey a state of extended relaxation or leisure, highlighting a laid-back attitude.
Beener
Beener is a colloquial term used to describe someone who is adventurous, active, or experienced in a particular field or activity.
Example: She's a real beener when it comes to traveling and exploring new places.
Note: While 'beener' originates from 'been', it takes on a different meaning to refer to someone who has a history of engaging in adventurous or exploratory pursuits.
Beaut
Beaut is a slang term short for beautiful and is used to describe something or someone as very attractive, delightful, or impressive.
Example: That sunset we saw yesterday was a real beaut!
Note: Although 'beaut' is derived from 'beautiful', it is more casual and can be applied to a broader range of things or situations that are aesthetically pleasing or remarkable.
Been - Examples
I have been to London.
我去过伦敦。
She has never been to a concert.
她从来没有去过音乐会。
They have been friends since childhood.
他们从小就是朋友。
He hasn't been feeling well lately.
他最近感觉不太好。
Been grammar
Been - Auxiliary (Auxiliary) / Verb, past participle (Verb, past participle)
Lemma: be
Conjugations
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): be
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): was, were
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): being
Verb, past participle (Verb, past participle): been
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): am, are
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): is
Syllables, Separation and Stress
Been Contains 1 syllables: been
Phonetic transcription:
been , (The red syllable is stressed)
Been - 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.
Been: 0 - 100 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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