chain
含义: A series of connected metal links; a series of connected things
A chain is a series of connected metal links, used for fastening, pulling, or as jewellery. Figuratively, it refers to a series of connected things: a chain of events, a chain of shops, or a supply chain. As a verb, to chain means to fasten with a chain. 'Chain reaction' describes a sequence of events where each causes the next.
例句
- She wore a delicate gold chain around her neck. 她脖子上戴着一条精致的金链。Llevaba una delicada cadena de oro alrededor del cuello.彼女は首に繊細な金のチェーンをつけていました。그녀는 목에 섬세한 금 체인을 하고 있었습니다.
- The supermarket is part of a large chain with hundreds of stores. 这家超市是一个拥有数百家店铺的大型连锁店的一部分。El supermercado forma parte de una gran cadena con cientos de tiendas.そのスーパーマーケットは何百もの店舗を持つ大手チェーンの一部です。그 슈퍼마켓은 수백 개의 매장을 가진 대형 체인의 일부입니다.
- A chain of unfortunate events led to the project's cancellation. 一连串不幸的事件导致了项目的取消。Una cadena de eventos desafortunados llevó a la cancelación del proyecto.不運な出来事の連鎖がプロジェクトの中止につながりました。불운한 사건의 연쇄가 프로젝트 취소로 이어졌습니다.
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用法指南
语境: general
语气: neutral
起源与历史
From Old French 'chaîne', from Latin 'catena' meaning 'a chain' or 'a fetter'. The figurative sense of a connected series dates from the 14th century. Related to 'concatenate'.
文化背景
Era: Modern
Generation: All ages
Social background: Universal
故事与趣闻
The phrase 'chain of command' comes from military usage, where orders pass down through linked ranks like links in a chain. The concept dates back to ancient armies but the term became common in the 19th century.
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