extinguish

extinguish的音标为：[ɪkˈstɪŋgwɪʃ] ，中文翻译为“熄灭；扑灭；消灭”。

其基本意思是“使熄灭”，引申可表示“扑灭(火灾)”“(因受打击、折磨等)枯萎、凋谢”“战胜”“根除”等。

速记技巧：可以将单词划分为音节，exti-guish，其中i发/aɪ/音，guish中的u发/w/音。

英文词源：

extinguish这个词源自拉丁语词汇“extingui”，意为“熄灭，终止”。

变化形式：

1. 过去式：extinguished；

2. 过去分词：extinguished；

3. 现在分词：extinguishing；

相关单词：

1. extinction - n. 灭绝，熄灭；

2. extinguisher - n. 灭火器；

3. extinguishable - adj. 可熄灭的；

4. extinguishing - n. 熄灭行为；

5. extinguishment - n. 熄灭状态；

6. extinguishingly - adv. 熄灭地；

7. extinguishedness - n. 熄灭状态；

8. extinguse - v. 熄灭；

9. extinguishable - adj. 可熄灭的；

10. extinguishment - n. 熄灭，消灭。

以上这些单词都与extinguish这个词有直接或间接的联系，它们都表示与熄灭、终止、消灭等相关的概念。例如，extinguisher这个词表示灭火器，它是一种专门用于熄灭火焰的工具。而extinguish这个词本身也有消灭、终止的含义，它可以用于表示某种状态或行为的结束。这些单词在英语中都得到了广泛的应用和认可。

常用短语：

1. extinguish a fire

2. extinguish a conflict

3. extinguish a hope/dream

4. extinguish a flame

5. extinguish a source of income

6. extinguish a debt

7. extinguish a problem

例句：

1. The firefighters quickly extinguished the fire in the warehouse.

2. The government is working hard to extinguish the conflict in the region.

3. My childhood dream of becoming a scientist has been extinguished by my family"s decision to pursue a different career path.

4. The drought has extinguished many sources of income for farmers in the region.

5. The bankruptcy court has ordered the company"s creditors to pay off its debts, which will hopefully extinguish the company"s financial woes.

6. The teacher"s efforts to help students overcome their learning difficulties have been unsuccessful, but she remains committed to extinguishing the problem.

英文小作文：

Fire Safety: The Importance of Preparation

Fire safety is crucial for our safety and well-being. Fires can quickly spread and cause significant damage, so it is essential to take measures to ensure that we are prepared in case of an emergency.

Extinguishing a fire can be challenging, especially if you are not trained in firefighting techniques. However, with proper preparation and knowledge, you can greatly reduce the risk of a fire and mitigate its impact if it occurs.

One of the best ways to prepare for a fire is to have a fire extinguisher in your home or workplace. These devices are designed to put out small fires quickly and effectively, preventing them from spreading and causing more damage. Additionally, it is crucial to have a clear evacuation plan in place, which includes knowing where to go and who to contact in case of an emergency.

Finally, it is essential to stay informed about fire safety measures and be aware of potential risks in your environment. Regularly checking your smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors can help ensure that they are working properly and provide early warning of any potential fire hazards. By taking these simple steps, you can greatly reduce the risk of a fire and protect yourself and your loved ones from its devastating effects.