like

• 用来描述某物与另一物相似、类似或可相比较。

Used to describe something as similar, resembling, or comparable to something else.

1. Similar in some wayB1formal

   Resembling another person or thing in appearance, character, or qualities.

   相似的

   • They are of like minds on most political issues.
   • She has a like temperament to her mother.
   • These two paintings are very like in style.

   同义词akinalikeanalogouscomparablecorrespondingequivalentsamesimilarsuch

   反义词differentdissimilarunlike

2. Resembling or comparableB1formal

   Used to indicate a resemblance or similarity between two entities.

   像

   • A man like him can achieve great success.
   • We should treat everyone with like respect.
   • He prefers like-minded people around him.

   同义词akinalikeanalogouscognatecomparablecorrespondingequivalentparallelsimilarsuch

   反义词differentdissimilarunlike

• 名词，表示偏好、喜爱或与之相似或可比的事物。

A noun referring to a preference, fondness, or something that is similar or comparable.

不可数

1. Preference or thing one enjoysB1formal

   A thing or things that one enjoys or finds agreeable; often used in plural.

   喜好或喜欢的事物

   • Music and art are among his likes.
   • We all have our own likes and dislikes.
   • She made a list of her likes and dislikes.

   同义词enjoymentfancyfondnessinclinationlikingpartialitypenchantpredilectionpreferencetaste

   反义词dislike

2. Similar things or personsB2formal

   People or things that are similar to each other; often used in plural.

   相似的事物或人

   • He associates with the likes of famous artists.
   • You won't find the likes of her anywhere else.
   • I've never seen the likes of this before.

   同义词counterpartequalilkkindmatchparallelpeersorttype

• 介词，表示相似、比较、类似、特征、举例、方式或近似；引出名词或代词作为比较的对象。

A preposition used to indicate similarity, comparison, resemblance, characteristic quality, exemplification, manner of action, or approximation; introduces a noun or pronoun that serves as a standard of comparison.

1. Similarity or resemblance to someone or somethingA1formal

   Used to show that one person, thing, or action has qualities, appearance, or characteristics similar to another.

   像，如同，相似

   • She looks like her mother.
   • He acts like a child sometimes.
   • This tastes like chocolate.
   • It sounds like a good idea.

2. Characteristic or typical of a person or thingB1formal

   Used to indicate that a behavior, action, or quality is expected or usual for a particular person, group, or type.

   像……那样，符合……的典型特点

   • It's just like him to forget his keys.
   • That's like her—always helping others.
   • Typical weather for April, like this.
   • Leaving early is so like John.

3. Introducing examples or instancesA2formal

   Used before nouns to give one or more examples of a general category or type being discussed.

   像，例如，比如

   • I enjoy outdoor activities like hiking and cycling.
   • She loves fruits like apples and bananas.
   • Countries like France and Italy are popular destinations.
   • Tools like hammers and screwdrivers are essential.

4. In the manner or way of someone/somethingB1formal

   Used to describe how an action is performed by comparing it to the way another person, thing, or group typically acts.

   像……一样

   • She sings like a professional.
   • He ran like the wind.
   • They fought like lions.
   • Don't talk to me like that.

5. Approximation or likelihood (informal)B2informal

   Used informally to suggest that something is probable, about to happen, or approximately a certain amount or time.

   大约，大概，好像

   • It looks like it's going to rain.
   • She's like thirty years old.
   • There were like fifty people there.
   • He was like, 'I can't believe it!'

6. Asking for description or opinionA2formal

   Used in questions to request information about the nature, quality, appearance, or experience of someone or something.

   什么样，怎么样

   • What is your new teacher like?
   • What was the concert like?
   • Tell me what the house is like.
   • What's the weather like today?

• 表示对某人或某物感到喜爱、满意或觉得愉快；也可以表示偏好或习惯。

A verb used to express finding something agreeable, enjoyable, or satisfactory; it may also function as a preposition.

1. To find agreeableA1formal

   To have a positive feeling towards someone or something.

   喜欢

   • She likes listening to music in the evenings.
   • Do you like chocolate cake?
   • I like my new neighbors because they are friendly.

   同义词adoreappreciatecare forenjoyfancyloverelishsavor

   反义词abhordetestdislikehateloathe

2. To enjoy or preferA1formal

   To take pleasure in or prefer an activity or thing.

   喜欢

   • He likes playing football with his friends.
   • They like walking in the park during weekends.
   • She likes reading novels more than watching movies.

   同义词adoreappreciatecare forenjoyfancylovepreferrelishsavor

   反义词abhordespisedetestdislikehateloatheresent

3. To want or desireA1informal

   To express a wish or desire for something.

   想要

   • I would like a cup of coffee.
   • She likes to travel to exotic places.
   • He likes to have a quiet evening at home.

   同义词cravedesirefancywantwish

   反义词abhordetestdislikehateloathe