at a loss

at a loss的音标是[ə"lægəʊ]，基本翻译是“困惑；无把握”。速记技巧是利用字母和字母组合的发音规则来记忆单词发音。

at a loss的英文词源为拉丁语“per lacessere”，意为“感到困惑，不知所措”。其变化形式主要有at a fault（犯错误），at a stretch（连续地），at a loss for words（不知如何表达）等。

相关单词：

1. at fault - 责任在…，有错的

2. stretch - 伸展，延伸

3. stunned - 震惊的

4. bewildered - 迷惑的

5. perplexed - 复杂的

6. baffled - 困惑的

7. flustered - 慌张的

8. dumbfounded - 惊呆的

9. lost - 丢失的

10. bewilderment - 困惑，迷茫

以上这些单词都与“at a loss”这个英文词源有直接或间接的关系，描述了人们在面对复杂情况、困难或情感时的困惑、不知所措的状态。

常用短语：

1. be at a loss for words

2. be at a loss about/over

3. be at a loss what to do

4. be at a loss how to deal with

5. be at a loss what to say

6. be at a loss why

7. feel at a loss

例句：

1. I was at a loss for words when I saw her crying.

2. I was at a loss about what to do next.

3. I am at a loss what to say after hearing his confession.

4. I am at a loss how to deal with this conflict.

5. I was at a loss why she didn"t reply to my message.

6. I feel at a loss when I don"t know what to do in a certain situation.

7. We were all at a loss what to do after the accident occurred.

英文小作文：

I often feel at a loss when I am faced with difficult decisions. Sometimes I feel like I am lost in the ocean, unsure of which direction to take. However, I have realized that this feeling is not permanent, and that with time and effort, I can overcome it.

When I am at a loss, I try to think clearly and objectively about the situation, and consider all possible outcomes and their consequences. I also seek advice from friends and family, who can provide me with different perspectives and help me make a more informed decision.

In conclusion, although feeling at a loss can be frustrating, it is a normal part of life and we should not let it discourage us. By approaching it with courage and positivity, we can turn this feeling into an opportunity to learn and grow, and make the right decision for ourselves and others.