英语

series

gb/sˈɪɹiz/ us/sˈɪɹiz/
A2 英语
~ 800
义项
0 个义项
名词 A2 entity
1

A set of related things in order

A group of things or events that happen or are placed one after another.

用法模式: a series of [things/events/actions]
常见错误:
Learners sometimes confuse 'series' (singular) with 'serial' (which can be an adjective or noun for a story told in parts). Remember 'series' can be singular or plural in form.
近义词
sequence (Implies a strict order, often chronological.) | set (Less emphasis on order, more on grouping.)
反义词
one-off (Refers to something that happens only once, not as part of a sequence.)
搭配
a television series |a book series |a series of events |a film series |a lecture series
主题
media |science |daily life |core_vocabulary |time
例句
  • The BBC has announced a new drama series.
  • She gave a series of lectures on modern art.
  • A series of strange events led to his resignation.
  • The novels are part of a popular fantasy series.
  • The company is hosting a series of workshops this summer.
学习者例句
  • I like to watch a TV series every weekend.
  • This book is the first in a series.
  • We saw a series of photos on the wall.
  • He told a series of funny stories.
名词 technical B1 entity
2

Electrical components connected end-to-end

A way to connect electrical parts so the same current goes through each one in turn.

常见错误:
Learners may confuse 'series' with 'parallel' in electrical contexts; remember that 'series' means end-to-end.
近义词
series circuit (The standard term in electronics for this connection type.)
反义词
parallel (In parallel circuits, components share the same voltage rather than the same current.)
搭配
wired in series |series circuit |connected in series
主题
science |engineering |technology
例句
  • The batteries are connected in series to increase the voltage.
  • If one bulb in a series circuit burns out, the whole circuit is broken.
  • Series connections are common in simple electronic projects.
学习者例句
  • The lights are in series.
  • We connected the batteries in series.
  • In a series circuit, the power stops if one part breaks.
名词 B1 event
3

Set of sports games between teams

Several games between the same teams to find the winner.

近义词
matchup (Informal; refers to a meeting between teams, not necessarily multiple games.)
反义词
single match (Only one game instead of multiple games.)
搭配
playoff series |World Series |best-of-seven series
主题
sports
例句
  • The team won the playoff series four games to two.
  • They are leading the championship series.
  • The World Series is the highlight of the baseball season.
学习者例句
  • Our team won the final series.
  • They play a best-of-five series.
  • The World Series is very famous.
语法
词典原形
series
IPA
GB/sˈɪɹiz/
US/sˈɪɹiz/
音节与重音
series (1 个音节)
Stress on 1st syllable (series)
词形变化
Noun
  • Base: series
  • Plural: series
词族
Core family
serial adjective B1
Related words
serialize verb
Advanced or less common
serialization noun
相关表达

a series of

1
/ə sˈɪɹiz əv/
fixed phrase

Several similar things in order

Used to talk about many similar things happening or placed one after another.

例句
  • She experienced a series of delays on her journey.
  • The project faced a series of challenges before completion.

in series

1
/ˈɪn sˈɪɹiz/
fixed phrase technical

Connected one after another

When things are connected so each one follows the other directly.

例句
  • The batteries are wired in series for higher voltage.
  • These machines work best when used in series.

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