Optional Meaning in English
word
ˈɑpʃənəɫ/, /ˈɔpʃənəɫ
AHP-shuh-nuhl
ˈɒpʃənəl
OP-shuh-nuhl
释义
Something that is not required; you can choose to do it or not.
用法与细微差别
Usually used in formal or neutral contexts, like forms, courses, or activities. Common collocations: 'optional course', 'optional extra', 'optional feature'. Not for things that are necessary.
Spanish: opcionalPortuguese (BR): opcionalPortuguese (PT): opcionalChinese (Simplified): 可选的Chinese (Traditional): 可選的Hindi: वैकल्पिकArabic: اختياريBengali: ঐচ্ছিকRussian: необязательныйJapanese: 任意の - オプションのVietnamese: tùy chọnKorean: 선택 사항의 - 선택적인Turkish: isteğe bağlıUrdu: اختیاریIndonesian: opsional
例句
Taking the art class is optional.
basic
Bringing your own lunch is optional at the picnic.
basic
Wearing a tie is optional at the party.
basic
The survey question about your age is optional—you don't have to answer it.
natural
Most of the app's features are free, but there are some optional extras you can pay for.
natural
Parking is optional, so you can take the bus if you prefer.
natural