aspect
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/ˈæspekt/
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/ˈæspekt/
one part or feature of something
We need to consider every aspect of the plan before starting.
在开始之前,我们需要考虑计划的每一个方面。
how something looks or appears
The dark clouds gave the sky a gloomy aspect.
乌云给天空带来了一种阴沉的景象。
the direction something faces
The house has a southern aspect, so it gets lots of sun.
这栋房子朝南,所以阳光充足。
how a verb shows if an action is finished or ongoing
The aspect of the verb tells us if the action is complete.
动词的体告诉我们动作是否完成。