As in Meaning in English
expression
释义
Used to give a specific example or clarify by showing something similar; it explains what something means by comparison. Often used before an example or a clear case.
用法与细微差别
'As in' is informal and common in spoken and written English to clarify meaning. Used before quoting an example ('as in the phrase'), or to specify how something is intended. Do not confuse with 'such as' or 'for example'—'as in' usually signals an exact model or repetition, not a list.
例句
My name is spelled J-O-H-N, as in 'John Lennon'.
basic
She likes cold weather, as in winter.
basic
Use 's' at the end, as in 'cats'.
basic
You should say it softly, as in a whisper.
natural
He's really good with numbers, as in, he can do math in his head instantly.
natural
They're obsessed with coffee, as in drinking five cups a day.
natural