adventure
Meaning: An exciting or unusual experience, often involving risk
An adventure is an exciting, unusual, and potentially hazardous experience or activity. It often involves exploration, risk-taking, or venturing into the unknown. The word can describe physical journeys, new experiences, or bold undertakings. Adventure tourism and adventure sports have become popular leisure activities.
Examples
- Travelling through South America was quite an adventure. 穿越南美洲的旅行真是一次冒险。Viajar por Sudamérica fue toda una aventura.南米を旅することはまさに冒険でした。남미를 여행하는 것은 정말 대단한 모험이었습니다.
- The children were looking for adventure in the woods. 孩子们在树林里寻找冒险。Los niños buscaban aventura en el bosque.子供たちは森で冒険を探していました。아이들은 숲에서 모험을 찾고 있었습니다.
- Starting your own business is always an adventure. 创业总是一场冒险。Empezar tu propio negocio siempre es una aventura.自分のビジネスを始めることは常に冒険です。자신만의 사업을 시작하는 것은 언제나 모험입니다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: general
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Old French 'aventure' (chance, accident, fortune), from Latin 'adventura' (a thing about to happen), from 'advenire' (to arrive, come to). Originally meant 'a chance event' rather than a daring exploit.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
Story & Trivia
From Latin 'adventura' meaning 'about to happen,' from 'advenire' (to arrive). Originally it meant a chance occurrence or fortune, but evolved to mean an exciting undertaking.
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