window
Significado: An opening in a wall or door fitted with glass to let in light
The noun 'window' refers to an opening in a wall, door, or vehicle fitted with glass, allowing light to enter and providing a view outside. Figuratively, it can mean a period of time available for something (a window of opportunity) or a framed area on a computer screen. In British English, 'window shopping' means looking at goods without buying.
Ejemplos
- Could you open the window? It's rather stuffy in here. 你能把窗户打开吗?这里太闷了。¿Podrías abrir la ventana? Está bastante cargado aquí dentro.窓を開けてもらえますか?ここはかなり蒸し暑いです。창문 좀 열어 주시겠어요? 여기 꽤 답답하네요.
- She gazed out of the window at the rain. 她凝视着窗外的雨。Miraba por la ventana a la lluvia.彼女は窓から雨を見つめていました。그녀는 창밖의 비를 바라보고 있었습니다.
- There's only a small window of opportunity to apply. 申请的机会窗口很小。Solo hay una pequeña ventana de oportunidad para solicitar.申し込みの機会は限られています。지원할 수 있는 기회의 창은 매우 좁습니다.
Pronunciación
Guía de uso
Contexto: general
Tono: neutral
Origen e historia
From Old Norse 'vindauga', literally 'wind-eye' (vindr 'wind' + auga 'eye') — a beautifully poetic name for an opening that lets in both light and air. This Norse word replaced the Old English 'eagþyrl' (eye-hole).
Contexto cultural
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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