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Anecdotes Meaning in English

word · lemma: anecdote

ˈænəkˌdoʊts/, /ˈænɪkˌdoʊts
AN-ik-dohts
ˈænɪkdˌəʊts
AN-ik-dohts

释义

Short, interesting, or funny stories about real events or people, often shared to make a point or to entertain.

用法与细微差别

Usually plural and informal, 'anecdotes' commonly appear in conversations and speeches. Often used with 'share', 'tell', or 'collect'. Not the same as 'story' (can be fictional) or 'joke' (intended only for humor).

例句

My grandfather loved telling anecdotes about his childhood.

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The teacher shared some funny anecdotes to start the class.

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We laughed at his clever anecdotes during dinner.

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She always has a few anecdotes up her sleeve to break the ice.

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His book is full of personal anecdotes that make it very relatable.

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The meeting dragged on until someone offered a few anecdotes and lightened the mood.

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