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Escalators Meaning in English

word · lemma: escalator

ˈɛskəˌɫeɪtɝz
ES-kuh-lay-terz
ˈɛskɐlˌeɪtəz
ES-kuh-lay-tuhz

释义

Moving staircases powered by a motor that transport people up or down between different levels in buildings like malls, airports, or train stations.

用法与细微差别

Usually plural ('escalators') because most places have more than one. Commonly used for convenience and accessibility. Not to be confused with 'elevators' (which go straight up or down in a box). You 'ride' or 'take' an escalator.

例句

The escalators in the mall are very busy on weekends.

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You can take the escalators to reach the second floor.

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Children should hold the handrail on the escalators.

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Both escalators were out of service, so I had to take the stairs.

natural

Let’s meet at the escalators near the main entrance.

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Some people stand while others walk on the escalators.

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