list
Meaning: A series of items written or printed together; to include in a list
List refers to a series of names, items, or figures written or printed consecutively. Common types include shopping lists, guest lists, and waiting lists. As a verb, it means to include something in a list or to catalogue items. 'Listed' can also describe a building protected for its historical importance.
Examples
- Could you add milk to the shopping list? 你能把牛奶加到购物清单上吗?¿Podrías añadir leche a la lista de la compra?買い物リストに牛乳を追加してもらえますか?장보기 목록에 우유를 추가해 줄 수 있나요?
- The property is listed at two hundred and fifty thousand pounds. 这处房产标价25万英镑。La propiedad está listada en doscientas cincuenta mil libras.その物件は25万ポンドで掲載されています。그 부동산은 25만 파운드에 등록되어 있습니다.
- Her name wasn't on the guest list. 她的名字不在宾客名单上。Su nombre no estaba en la lista de invitados.彼女の名前はゲストリストにありませんでした。그녀의 이름은 초대 명단에 없었습니다.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: general
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Old French 'liste' meaning 'border, strip of paper', from Italian 'lista' of Germanic origin. Originally referred to a strip or border before meaning a series of items written on such a strip.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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