单词发音
- 英式发音：[ˈlʌmə(r)]
- 美式发音：[ˈlʌmbɚ]
分析词义
- plumber (noun) - a person whose trade is installing and repairing plumbing systems, such as water, sewage, and heating systems.
列举例句
- The plumber fixed the leak in our kitchen sink.
- 水管工修好了我们厨房水槽的漏洞。
- We need to call a plumber to unclog the bathroom drain.
- 我们需要打电话给水管工来疏通浴室的下水道。
- My uncle is a plumber by profession.
- 我叔叔的职业是水管工。
词根分析
- plumb (root) - relates to lead or measurement, from Latin "plumbum" meaning lead.
- Derived words: plumb (verb), plumbing, plumb line.
词缀分析
- plumber does not have significant prefixes or suffixes; it is primarily a combination of root and vocational suffix.
- Similar vocational words: teacher, farmer, tailor.
发展历史和文化背景
- The word "plumber" originates from the Latin word "plumbarius," which means worker in lead. Historically, plumbers worked with lead pipes and fittings. Over time, with advancements in materials, they began working with copper, PVC, and other modern piping materials. In Western culture, plumbers are essential for maintaining infrastructure in homes and public buildings.
单词变形
- Noun: plumber (单数), plumbers (复数)
- Verb: plumb (rare usage in modern context related to plumbing)
- Adjective/Adverb: N/A
- Phrases: plumber's crack, plumber's tape.
记忆辅助
- Visualize a plumber at work, fixing a pipe under a sink. Link the image with the sound "plummer."
- Associate the word with the similar-sounding "plumb," which helps you remember it involves pipes and measurements.
小故事
John called a plumber to fix his leaking faucet. The plumber arrived promptly and got straight to work. After an hour, the job was done perfectly. John thanked the plumber and gave him a tip.
约翰打电话叫了一个水管工来修理他漏水的水龙头。水管工很快就到了，并且立刻开始工作。一个小时后，工作完美完成。约翰感谢了水管工并给了他小费。