celeb

celeb — 名詞

1. a short, informal word for a famous person, especially someone who appears in ma

1.名詞B1
釋義

名人

知名人士的簡稱

a short, informal word for a famous person, especially someone who appears in magazines, on television, or on social media, and is well known to the public

例句

The red carpet was lined with film stars and other celebs from around the world.

紅毯兩旁擠滿了來自世界各地的電影明星和其他名人。

celeb as countable noun with modifier 'other celebs'

Aiko spotted a TV celeb at the supermarket and asked for a quick photo.

Aiko 在一家超市認出一位電視名人，並請求快速合照一張。

TV celeb — common premodifier pattern

同義詞
  • celebrity

    the standard, neutral alternative; suitable in all registers

  • star

    similar informality; emphasises fame achieved through talent

  • VIP

    focuses on status or special treatment rather than general fame

反義詞
  • unknown

    a person who is not famous or well known

文法句型

celeb + verb

用法筆記

This word is informal and is never used in formal writing such as academic essays or official documents. Use 'celebrity' instead in formal contexts.

常見錯誤

❌There were many celebs at the formal awards dinner.
✅There were many celebrities at the formal awards dinner.
💡'celeb' is too informal for formal occasions and writing.