top
Meaning: The highest point or part; the best or most important; a piece of clothing for the upper body
'Top' refers to the highest position or surface. As an adjective, it means best or leading ('top student'). As a noun in British English, a 'top' is an upper garment. 'On top of' means in addition to or above. 'Over the top' means excessive.
Examples
- We climbed to the top of the mountain. 我们爬到了山顶。Subimos hasta la cima de la montaña.私たちは山の頂上まで登りました。우리는 산 꼭대기까지 올라갔습니다.
- She's one of the top lawyers in the country. 她是全国顶尖的律师之一。Es una de las mejores abogadas del país.彼女は国内トップクラスの弁護士の一人です。그녀는 국내 최고의 변호사 중 한 명입니다.
- I need to buy a new top to wear to the party. 我需要买一件新上衣参加派对。Necesito comprar una prenda nueva para la fiesta.パーティーに着ていく新しいトップスを買わないと。파티에 입고 갈 새 상의를 사야 해요.
Pronunciation
Usage Guide
Context: general
Tone: neutral
Origin & History
From Old English 'topp' meaning 'summit, tuft of hair, crest', from Proto-Germanic 'tuppaz'. Originally referred to a tuft or peak — the highest point of something. Cognate with German 'Zopf' (braid, plait) and Dutch 'top'.
Cultural Context
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
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