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English - Chinese
Throughout
θruˈaʊt
Extremely common
800 - 900
800 - 900
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.
在整个期间，始终, 遍及，贯穿, 从头到尾
Throughout meanings in Chinese
在整个期间，始终
Example:
He was there throughout the event.
他在整个活动期间都在那里。
She has lived in this city throughout her life.
她在这个城市生活了她一生。
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used to indicate the duration of time during which something happens or is the case.
Note: This meaning emphasizes continuity and can be used in both spoken and written contexts.
遍及，贯穿
Example:
The festival was celebrated throughout the country.
这个节日在全国各地庆祝。
The news spread throughout the community.
这个消息在社区中传播开来。
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used to describe something that exists or occurs in many places or throughout a particular area.
Note: This meaning is often used in descriptive contexts, particularly when discussing events or phenomena.
从头到尾
Example:
He read the book throughout the night.
他整夜读完了这本书。
We discussed the topic throughout the meeting.
我们在会议中全程讨论了这个主题。
Usage: formal/informalContext: Used to indicate that something covers the entirety of a process or activity.
Note: This usage often implies thoroughness and can apply to various activities or discussions.
Throughout's synonyms
through
Through can be used to indicate a continuous action or movement within a specified period of time or space.
Example: I read the book through the night.
Note: Through is more concise and direct compared to throughout.
all through
All through emphasizes the completeness or entirety of a duration or location.
Example: She remained silent all through the meeting.
Note: All through is slightly more formal and emphasizes the entirety of the duration or location.
during
During is used to indicate a specific period of time when something happens or exists.
Example: I felt happy during the trip.
Note: During is more specific and focuses on a particular period within the whole.
from beginning to end
From beginning to end signifies continuous involvement or attention throughout the entire duration.
Example: The movie kept me engaged from beginning to end.
Note: From beginning to end emphasizes the entirety of the duration or process.
Throughout expressions, common phrases
Throughout the day
This phrase means during the whole day, from beginning to end.
Example: He was busy working throughout the day.
Note: The phrase gives a sense of continuity and completeness within the day.
Throughout the year
It means happening or existing in every part of a year.
Example: The flowers bloom throughout the year in this region.
Note: The phrase emphasizes the duration and consistency over the entire year.
Throughout the world
Refers to something that is widespread and present in all parts of the world.
Example: His music is known and loved throughout the world.
Note: It conveys the idea of global reach and presence.
Throughout history
This phrase refers to events or situations that have occurred over the entire span of recorded history.
Example: Throughout history, great leaders have emerged in times of crisis.
Note: It implies a continuous and enduring presence over the course of history.
Throughout the book
It means that something is present in all parts or chapters of a book.
Example: The theme of love is evident throughout the book.
Note: The phrase highlights the consistency and pervasiveness of the theme or element within the book.
Throughout the process
Refers to something that happens continuously during the entire course of a process or activity.
Example: She remained committed to the project throughout the process.
Note: It emphasizes the persistence and involvement throughout the stages of a process.
Throughout the night
Means during the whole night, from evening to morning.
Example: The storm raged throughout the night, keeping us awake.
Note: The phrase conveys the idea of a continuous duration during the nighttime.
Throughout everyday (slang) expressions
All over the place
Refers to something being disorganized or scattered in various locations.
Example: Her notes were all over the place, making it hard to follow her presentation.
Note: Focuses more on the lack of order or structure compared to 'throughout.'
From start to finish
Indicates covering the entire range or extent of something, similar to 'throughout.'
Example: I read the novel from start to finish in one sitting.
Note: Emphasizes the journey or progression from the beginning to the end.
Across the board
Means affecting or including everyone or everything uniformly.
Example: The salary increase was applied across the board for all employees.
Note: Focuses on inclusiveness across various aspects, similar to 'throughout.'
In every nook and cranny
Refers to thoroughly searching or covering every small or hidden place.
Example: She searched in every nook and cranny of the house for her lost keys.
Note: Emphasizes the meticulous and comprehensive search, different from 'throughout'.
Inside out
Means to know something completely or thoroughly, often referring to a place or subject.
Example: He knows the city inside out and can give you the best recommendations.
Note: Focuses on deep knowledge or familiarity, contrasting with the general coverage of 'throughout.'
In and out
Denotes moving in and out of a place repeatedly or being briefly present at intervals.
Example: I've been in and out of meetings all day, so I couldn't finish my report.
Note: Emphasizes a pattern of movement or presence rather than continuous coverage like 'throughout.'
Covering all the bases
Means addressing or including all necessary aspects or possibilities.
Example: She prepared for the exam by studying and covering all the bases.
Note: Focuses on ensuring comprehensive preparation or consideration, akin to 'throughout.'
Throughout - Examples
Throughout the day, I kept thinking about the upcoming exam.
在整个一天中，我一直在想着即将到来的考试。
The river flows throughout the city.
这条河贯穿整个城市。
The team worked together throughout the project.
团队在整个项目中一起合作。
Throughout grammar
Throughout - Adposition (Adposition) / Preposition or subordinating conjunction (Preposition or subordinating conjunction)
Lemma: throughout
Conjugations
Adverb (Adverb): throughout
Syllables, Separation and Stress
throughout Contains 2 syllables: through • out
Phonetic transcription: thrü-ˈau̇t
through out , thrü ˈau̇t (The red syllable is stressed)
Throughout - 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.
throughout: 800 - 900 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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