cambridge
cambridge — noun
1. a well-known town in Cambridgeshire, England, through which the River Cam flows,
a well-known town in Cambridgeshire, England, through which the River Cam flows, and the location of one of the world's oldest universities, founded in 1209.
Aiko spent three years studying economics at Cambridge before moving to London for work.
proper noun: Cambridge (the university)
Tourists often visit Cambridge to see the historic college buildings along the River Cam.
collocation: visit Cambridge
Many students apply to Cambridge because of its strong reputation in science and engineering.
The train from London King's Cross to Cambridge takes about one hour.
Dr. Okafor accepted a teaching position at Cambridge and moved his family to England in 2022.
用法筆記
Cambridge can refer either to the university or to the city itself. In phrases like 'study at Cambridge', 'go to Cambridge', or 'Cambridge graduate', it most often means the university. When referring to the physical location, phrases like 'live in Cambridge' or 'visit Cambridge' are used.
常見錯誤
2. a place in Massachusetts, USA, separated from Boston by the Charles River, and h
a place in Massachusetts, USA, separated from Boston by the Charles River, and home to the famous universities Harvard and MIT.
Priya earned her PhD from MIT in Cambridge, Massachusetts, after completing her master's degree.
proper noun: Cambridge, Massachusetts
Harvard Yard is where students in Cambridge relax and meet between classes.
collocation: in Cambridge
The offices of many technology companies are located in Cambridge, near the MIT campus.
Rashida took the subway from Boston to Cambridge for a job interview at Harvard.
用法筆記
The US city of Cambridge is smaller and less well-known globally than Cambridge, England. When speaking to an international audience, it is helpful to add 'Massachusetts' or 'Boston area' to distinguish it from the English city. In academic contexts within the US, 'Cambridge' often refers specifically to the Harvard/MIT area.