de·pre·ci·a·tion
发音
🇬🇧🔊 /dɪˌpriːʃɪˈeɪʃn/ 🇺🇸🔊/dɪˌpriːʃiˈeɪʃən/
词义
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（名词）贬值；折旧
The depreciation of the currency affected international trade.
货币的贬值影响了国际贸易。
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（名词）轻视；贬低
Constant criticism can lead to the depreciation of one’s self-esteem.
持续的批评可能导致自尊心的贬低。
搭配&习语
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depreciation of assets: 资产折旧
The company accounts for the depreciation of assets in its financial statements.
公司在财务报表中计提资产折旧。
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depreciation of value: 价值贬低
The depreciation of value in the housing market affected homeowners.
房地产市场价值的贬低影响了房主。
词源
“Depreciation” 源自拉丁语中的 “depretiationem”，由 “depretiare”（降低价值）构成。
词形变化
复数: depreciations
同近义词
devaluation / decline / decrease / deterioration / reduction / lowering
英文对话
A: The constant use of our equipment is causing rapid depreciation.
B: We should implement a maintenance schedule to minimize depreciation.
英文故事
The Economic Impact of Depreciation
In a small town, the local business community faced challenges due to the depreciation of the national currency. Prices soared, and consumers struggled to afford basic necessities.
Business owners gathered to discuss strategies to mitigate the impact of currency depreciation. They decided to diversify their product offerings and explore new markets.
Through collaboration and innovation, the local businesses adapted to the economic challenges. While the currency’s depreciation posed difficulties, it also sparked creativity and resilience within the community.
The experience taught the business owners the importance of adapting to economic fluctuations and finding opportunities amidst challenges.*