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Bound to do Meaning in English

expression

ˈbaʊnd/ /ˈtu/, /tə/, /tɪ/ /ˈdu
BOWND tuh DOO
bˈaʊnd/ /tˈuː/ /dʉː
BOWND too DOO

释义

Used to say that something will almost certainly happen or that someone will definitely do something.

用法与细微差别

Common in both spoken and written English, 'bound to do' emphasizes strong likelihood or inevitability. Often used before verbs ("She is bound to win"). Can sound more formal than 'sure to'. Not used for obligations (that's 'supposed to' or 'have to').

例句

She is bound to do well on the test.

basic

It's bound to do damage if you drop it.

basic

They are bound to do something exciting on vacation.

basic

Don't worry, you're bound to do better next time.

natural

With all that practice, he's bound to do an amazing job.

natural

You're bound to do something silly if you rush.

natural