wonder
名词
定义 wonder 名词
- Uncountable
a feeling of great surprise and admiration caused by experiencing something new and strange
They were filled with wonder as they gazed at the vastness of the Grand Canyon.
The children stared in wonder at the gleaming red Ferrari.
She looked out the window with wonder at the first snow falling.
- CountableUsually plural
an object or achievement that causes a feeling of great surprise and admiration
We spent a week exploring the wonders of ancient Roman civilization.
With all the technological wonders we have today, why hasn't anyone invented quieter airplanes?
The city is filled with architectural wonders of modern design.
- Countableinformal
an extremely useful or skillful person
Our new nanny is a wonder; she can come on very short notice, and the kids adore her.
I don't know how he did it, he is a wonder.
动词
定义 wonder 动词
question
- B1Intransitive
to ask oneself questions or express a wish to know about something
Shouldn't you call home? Your parents must be wondering where you are.
He is beginning to wonder if he made the right decision to accept this position.
I wonder if this turkey will be sufficient for eight people.
- B1
used in phrases, at the beginning of a request, to make it more formal and polite
I was wondering if you'd be free to join us for dinner?
I wonder if you could pass me the butter, please?
I wonder if you could provide some information about tourist sites in this area?
surprise
- Intransitiveformal
to feel or express great surprise at something
It's no wonder she burst into tears after you spoke to her like that.
I don't wonder she didn't pass the exam.
成语
- no wonder
it is not surprising that something is the case; used to indicate that a situation is expected.
• He works late every day, so no wonder he's always so tired.
- wonders never cease
Used to express surprise at something unusual or unexpected.
• He actually submitted the report on time; wonders never cease!
- I shouldn't wonder
Used to express that something is likely to be true or to happen.
• He's been looking exhausted lately; I shouldn't wonder if he's been overworking.
- it's a wonder
Used to express surprise or astonishment at something.
• It's a wonder he completed the job with no experience.
- work/do wonders
To have an exceptionally beneficial or surprisingly good effect.
• I heard that drinking more water can do wonders for your skin.
- little/small wonder
This expression indicates that something is not surprising or unexpected given the circumstances.
• Considering his lack of experience, it's little wonder he made some mistakes.