Sprawl
EN→ZH
What Does Sprawl Mean?
- 蔓延
- 扩展
- 杂乱无章的状态
- 城市蔓延
Sprawl Pronunciation
sprɔːl
Sprawl Definition
noun
Definition
The act of spreading out over a large area in a messy or untidy way.
In ZH
在一个大区域中杂乱无章地扩展的行为。
How to Use Sprawl in a Sentence
- The urban sprawl has led to traffic congestion in the city.
- The sprawl of the city into the countryside raises environmental concerns.
- They tried to control the sprawl of the new housing developments.
Cultural Notes
In urban studies, 'sprawl' often refers to the uncontrolled and unplanned expansion of cities into surrounding areas, causing issues such as increased commute times and loss of farmland.
verb
Definition
To spread out or stretch out in a disordered or awkward manner.
In ZH
以杂乱或笨拙的方式扩展或伸展。
How to Use Sprawl in a Sentence
- The cat sprawled across the sunny spot on the floor.
- After the long hike, we sprawled out on the grass to rest.
- He sprawled in his chair, looking very comfortable.
Cultural Notes
The verb form can describe both a literal action, such as lying down in a relaxed position, as well as a figurative sense, like the spread of population across a geographic area.