georgetown
georgetown — 名詞
1. the capital city and main port of Guyana, a country on the northeastern coast of
喬治敦
蓋亞那首都，位於東北部大西洋沿岸
the capital city and main port of Guyana, a country on the northeastern coast of South America. Georgetown sits on the Atlantic Ocean near the mouth of the Demerara River.
Heloísa flew to Georgetown, Guyana, for a conference on climate change in South America.
Heloísa 飛到位於南美洲的蓋亞那首都喬治敦，參加一場氣候變遷會議。
proper noun used with country name for clarity
Georgetown's colorful wooden houses stand on tall stilts to protect against flooding.
喬治敦色彩繽紛的木造房屋建在高腳柱上，以防淹水。
The port of Georgetown handles most of Guyana's exports, including sugar and gold.
喬治敦港處理蓋亞那大部分出口貨物，包括糖和金礦。
Yan took a boat from Georgetown up the Essequibo River to see the rainforest.
Yan 從喬治敦搭船沿著埃塞奎博河而上，前往雨林探險。
Georgetown celebrated its two hundredth anniversary with a large street parade last year.
喬治敦去年舉辦了一場盛大的遊行，慶祝建城兩百週年。
文法句型
Georgetown + verb (singular)
用法筆記
Always capitalized as a proper noun. This sense refers to the largest city in Guyana, not to any other place called Georgetown.
常見錯誤
2. a historic residential and commercial neighborhood in the northwest part of Wash
華府社區
華盛頓特區西北部歷史街區
a historic residential and commercial neighborhood in the northwest part of Washington, D.C., along the Potomac River. Georgetown is known for its 18th-century brick buildings, high-end shops, and Georgetown University.
Sivan spent Saturday afternoon browsing the bookshops in Georgetown before lunch.
Sivan 週六下午在華府喬治城區的書店逛了一陣子才去吃午餐。
collocation: in Georgetown
Georgetown University is one of the oldest Catholic universities in the United States.
喬治城大學是美國歷史最悠久的天主教大學之一。
The narrow cobblestone streets of Georgetown attract tourists from all over the world.
喬治城狹窄的鵝卵石街道吸引了來自世界各地的觀光客。
Christopher rented an apartment in Georgetown because it was close to his office downtown.
Christopher 在喬治城租了一間公寓，因為離他市區的辦公室很近。
文法句型
in Georgetown
Georgetown + noun (as modifier)
用法筆記
Always capitalized. When the context is Washington, D.C., this is the most common association of the name 'Georgetown' for American readers. Do not confuse with Georgetown University — the university is located in the neighborhood, but 'Georgetown' alone can refer to the area or the university depending on context.
常見錯誤
3. a city in central Texas, about forty kilometers north of Austin. Georgetown is t
德州城市
德州中部城市，位於奧斯汀以北
a city in central Texas, about forty kilometers north of Austin. Georgetown is the county seat of Williamson County and is known for its historic town square.
Lakshmi found a job at the new solar panel factory in Georgetown, Texas.
Lakshmi 在德州喬治城一家新開的太陽能面板工廠找到了工作。
collocation: in Georgetown, Texas
The Christmas celebration on Georgetown's town square draws visitors from nearby cities.
喬治城中心廣場的聖誕慶祝活動吸引了附近城市的遊客。
Georgetown has grown quickly as more families move north from Austin for cheaper housing.
由於許多家庭為了較便宜的房價從奧斯汀北遷，喬治城近年快速發展。
Yara stopped at a barbecue restaurant on the main road through Georgetown, Texas.
Yara 在穿過德州喬治城的主要公路上，停在一家烤肉餐廳吃午餐。
文法句型
in Georgetown, Texas
Georgetown + noun (as modifier)
用法筆記
Always capitalized. This is a smaller city than the other places called Georgetown, so context usually includes 'Texas' for clarity. The local pronunciation stresses the first syllable: GEORGE-town.
4. the capital city and main port of the Cayman Islands, a British Overseas Territo
開曼首府
開曼群島首都，位於大開曼島西岸
the capital city and main port of the Cayman Islands, a British Overseas Territory in the Caribbean Sea. George Town is located on the western shore of Grand Cayman Island and is a major center for banking and tourism.
Asher went scuba diving off the coast of George Town during his Caribbean vacation.
Asher 去加勒比海度假時，在喬治敦外海玩了水肺潛水。
collocation: off the coast of George Town
The cruise ships dock at George Town's harbor, bringing thousands of visitors each week.
遊輪停靠在喬治敦的港口，每週帶來數千名觀光客。
George Town has over one hundred banks, making it a major global financial center.
喬治敦設有一百多家銀行，是全球最大的金融中心之一。
Paloma stayed at a resort near Seven Mile Beach, just north of George Town.
Paloma 入住七哩海灘附近的一家度假村，就在喬治敦北邊。
文法句型
in George Town
George Town + verb (singular)
用法筆記
This place is usually written as two words: 'George Town' (not 'Georgetown'), though some sources treat it as one word. Always capitalized. The Cayman Islands are a popular tax-haven and tourist destination.
常見錯誤
5. the capital city of the state of Penang in Malaysia, located on the northeastern
檳城港市
馬來西亞檳城首府，以殖民建築與藝術聞名
the capital city of the state of Penang in Malaysia, located on the northeastern coast of Penang Island. George Town is a major port and a UNESCO World Heritage Site known for its colonial architecture and street food.
Yara walked along the waterfront in George Town, taking photos of the old colonial buildings.
Yara 沿著喬治市的海濱散步，拍攝古老的殖民建築。
collocation: in George Town
Street art in George Town includes large murals painted on walls around the city.
喬治市以街頭壁畫聞名，全市牆面上有許多大型彩繪。
The ferry from the mainland arrives at George Town's port every thirty minutes.
從馬來半島本島出發的渡輪每三十分鐘抵達喬治市港口。
Amihan tried the local noodle soup at a night market in George Town, Penang.
Amihan 在檳城喬治市的一個夜市品嚐了當地的湯麵。
文法句型
in George Town
George Town, Penang
用法筆記
This city is always written as two words: 'George Town' (not 'Georgetown'). In Malaysia it is commonly referred to as 'George Town, Penang' to distinguish it from other places with the same name. It was named after King George III of Great Britain.