英语词汇“of course”的英英意思、用法、释义、翻译、读音、例句、短语、词组-英语词典

of course

1. adverb A1

You say of course to suggest that something is normal, obvious, or well-known, and should therefore not surprise the person you are talking to. [spoken]

Of course there were lots of other interesting things at the exhibition.

'I have read about you in the newspapers of course,' Charlie said.

The only honest answer is, of course, yes.

2. convention A1

You use of course as a polite way of giving permission. [spoken, formulae]

'Can I just say something about the cup game on Saturday?'—'Yes of course you can.'

'Could I see these documents?'—'Of course.'

3. adverb A1

You use of course in order to emphasize a statement that you are making, especially when you are agreeing or disagreeing with someone. [spoken, emphasis]

'I expect you're right.'—'Of course I'm right.'

Of course I'm not afraid!

'You will strictly observe your diet.'—'Of course.'

'She doesn't have to know how things work.'—'Of course she does.'

4. convention B1

Of course not is an emphatic way of saying no. [spoken, emphasis]

'You're not really seriously considering this thing, are you?'—'No, of course not.'

'I'd like to talk to the lads if you don't mind.'—'Of course not, Chief.'

Translations:

Chinese: 当然

Japanese: もちろん

单词	of course
释义	of course 1. adverb A1 You say of course to suggest that something is normal, obvious, or well-known, and should therefore not surprise the person you are talking to. [spoken] Of course there were lots of other interesting things at the exhibition. 'I have read about you in the newspapers of course,' Charlie said. The only honest answer is, of course, yes. 2. convention A1 You use of course as a polite way of giving permission. [spoken, formulae] 'Can I just say something about the cup game on Saturday?'—'Yes of course you can.' 'Could I see these documents?'—'Of course.' 3. adverb A1 You use of course in order to emphasize a statement that you are making, especially when you are agreeing or disagreeing with someone. [spoken, emphasis] 'I expect you're right.'—'Of course I'm right.' Of course I'm not afraid! 'You will strictly observe your diet.'—'Of course.' 'She doesn't have to know how things work.'—'Of course she does.' 4. convention B1 Of course not is an emphatic way of saying no. [spoken, emphasis] 'You're not really seriously considering this thing, are you?'—'No, of course not.' 'I'd like to talk to the lads if you don't mind.'—'Of course not, Chief.' Translations: Chinese: 当然 Japanese: もちろん
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