Tweet
Pronunciation:/twiːt/
EN→ZH
Quick Translations
- 推文
- 微博
- 鸟叫声
Definitions
noun
Definition
A tweet is a post made on the social media platform Twitter, limited to a certain number of characters, where users share thoughts, images, or links.
In ZH
推文是在社交媒体平台Twitter上发布的帖子，字符数量有限，用户可以分享想法、图片或链接。
Examples
- I tweeted about my new cat, but apparently the cat is more popular than I am!
- Yesterday, I tweeted that I was making spaghetti, and now everyone wants my secret sauce recipe!
- My friend tweeted that she got lost in her own neighborhood. Maybe she needs a GPS for her own house!
Cultural Notes
Tweets can be humorous, informative, or simply random thoughts. They have become an essential part of modern communication.
verb
Definition
To tweet is to post a message or content on Twitter, usually as a short update or a quick thought.
In ZH
推特是指在Twitter上发布消息或内容，通常是简短的更新或快速想法。
Examples
- I just tweeted a picture of my breakfast and now I'm waiting for food critics to review it!
- He tweeted about how to survive a Monday—turns out coffee is the answer!
- After I tweeted my opinion on the latest blockbuster, I got more likes than the movie itself!
Cultural Notes
Tweeting is seen as a casual and quick way to communicate, and it often allows for immediate responses from followers.