Refrain
EN→ZH
What Does Refrain Mean?
- 克制
- 节制
- 避免
- 回避
Refrain Pronunciation
/rɪˈfreɪn/
Refrain Definition
verb
Definition
to stop oneself from doing something
In ZH
阻止自己去做某事
How to Use Refrain in a Sentence
- Please refrain from using your phone during the movie.
- He could not refrain from laughing at the joke.
- They were advised to refrain from drinking alcohol before the test.
- She tried to refrain from commenting on the situation.
- It's important to refrain from making hasty decisions.
noun
Definition
a repeated part of a song or poem, typically at the end of each stanza
In ZH
一首歌或诗的重复部分，通常出现在每个节的末尾
How to Use Refrain in a Sentence
- The refrain of the song is very catchy.
- In poetry, the refrain helps to emphasize the main theme.
- Children often love to sing along with the refrain.
- The refrain repeated throughout the performance added to its emotional impact.
- Composers often create a memorable refrain to engage the audience.