stuff
Meaning: Things, objects, or matters in a general or unspecified way
The word 'stuff' is an informal noun referring to things, objects, or matters in a general or unspecified way. It's commonly used when the speaker doesn't want to be specific or when the exact nature of the items isn't important. In everyday British English, it's extremely versatile and can refer to physical objects, abstract ideas, or activities.
Examples
- Could you move your stuff off the kitchen table, please? 你能把你的东西从厨房桌子上移开吗?¿Podrías quitar tus cosas de la mesa de la cocina, por favor?キッチンテーブルからあなたの物をどけてもらえますか?부엌 테이블 위에 있는 네 물건 좀 치워줄래?
- I've got loads of stuff to do before the weekend. 周末之前我有很多事情要做。Tengo un montón de cosas que hacer antes del fin de semana.週末までにやることがたくさんあるんだ。주말 전까지 해야 할 일이 잔뜩 있어.
- What's all this stuff about the new company policy? 关于新公司政策的这些说法是怎么回事?¿Qué es todo esto sobre la nueva política de la empresa?新しい会社方針についてのこの話は何なの?새 회사 방침에 대한 이 이야기는 대체 뭐야?
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: general
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Old French 'estoffe' meaning 'material' or 'fabric', possibly from Greek 'stuphein' (to draw together). Originally referred specifically to textile material before broadening to mean any undefined collection of things.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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