输入任意单词!

Penetrates Meaning in English

word · lemma: penetrate

ˈpɛnəˌtɹeɪts
PEN-uh-trayts
pˈɛnɪtɹˌeɪts
PEN-i-trayts

释义

To go into or through something, often making a way inside; can refer to physical objects, light, sound, ideas, or influence entering something.

用法与细微差别

Often used in formal or technical language. Common with 'light', 'water', 'sound', 'armor', or figurative uses like 'an idea penetrates'. Not used for people entering places (use 'enter' instead).

例句

The sunlight penetrates the clouds.

basic

The drill penetrates the wall easily.

basic

The smell of flowers penetrates the whole house.

basic

His words penetrate deep into my heart.

natural

Sound easily penetrates thin walls in this apartment.

natural

Her laughter penetrates the silence of the night.

natural