Dictionary entry
laurus nobilis
noun
月桂树
bay laurel
In use
Laurus nobilis is an evergreen tree native to the Mediterranean region.
In our garden, Laurus nobilis grows well because it gets plenty of sunlight.
Many cooks keep a potted Laurus nobilis on the balcony for fresh bay leaves.
Laurus nobilis + be + noun phrase
用于定义或描述月桂树的基本特征。
Laurus nobilis is an evergreen tree native to the Mediterranean region.
月桂树是一种原产于地中海地区的常绿乔木。
the + noun + of + Laurus nobilis + be + adjective
表示月桂树的某个部分及其特性。
The leaves of Laurus nobilis are aromatic and used in cooking.
月桂树的叶子芳香,用于烹饪。
use + Laurus nobilis + as + noun
用于描述月桂树的用途或象征意义。
In ancient Greece, Laurus nobilis was used as a symbol of victory.
在古希腊,月桂树被用作胜利的象征。
Common mistakes
I saw a laurus nobilis in the garden.I saw Laurus nobilis in the garden.
学名(如 Laurus nobilis)作为专有名词,首字母必须大写,且通常不加冠词。
I have two Laurus nobilises in my backyard.I have two Laurus nobilis trees in my backyard.
Laurus nobilis 是专有名词且通常不可数,不能加复数后缀。表示多棵时,应使用量词如 trees。
Connections
Learner notes
Grammar Note
专有名词,指月桂树,通常不可数
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