"shortens" 怎么发音
word
ˈʃɔɹtənz
SHOR-tunz
ʃˈɔːtənz
SHAW-tunz
释义
To make something shorter in length, duration, or size; to reduce the amount, time, or distance of something.
IPA 音标
美式英语
ˈʃɔɹtənz
英式英语
ʃˈɔːtənz
简化发音
美式
SHOR-tunz
英式
SHAW-tunz
语境中听
The tailor shortens my pants if they are too long.
Daylight saving time shortens the night in summer.
Cutting corners shortens the time needed to finish the work.
Wearing heels shortens the appearance of your dress.