Learning language
Translation language
adjective · A1 · very often · UK/US

expensive

expensive

Meaning of expensive

English

high priced

中文

价格高的

expensive

Pronunciation

British English
/ɪkˈspensɪv/
American English
/ɪkˈspensɪv/

expensive with Chinese translation

expensive usage examples

🇬🇧English→🇨🇳Chinese

This is an expensive car.

这是一辆昂贵的汽车。

🇬🇧English→🇨🇳Chinese

She bought an expensive bag.

她买了一个昂贵的包。

expensive synonyms

Related word breakdowns

What's the difference between expensive, steep, high-end, luxurious, and dear

Advanced: broader words

🇬🇧English

only about prices: too high

B1often

ENThe rent is really steep in that neighborhood.

H
🇬🇧English
high-end

expensive and top quality

B2often

ENThey sell high-end audio equipment.

L
🇬🇧English
luxurious

about luxury and comfort

B2often

ENThey stayed in a luxurious resort by the sea.

🇬🇧English

British, rather old-fashioned

B1rare word

ENI won't buy it — it's too dear for me.

Learn by topic

expensive belongs to the topic "Housing and Utilities →". Start with a short set of 1 word so the word is easier to remember in context.

Related words and lists for expensive

Questions about this word

expensive meaning: what does it mean?

high priced

expensive pronunciation: how do you pronounce it?

expensive is pronounced as /ɪkˈspensɪv/. Audio is available on this page when the word has a recording.

expensive definition and sentence examples: how is it used in a sentence?

这是一辆昂贵的汽车。 Translation: This is an expensive car.

Is expensive part of Housing and Utilities vocabulary?

Yes, expensive can be learned in the Housing and Utilities topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Is expensive part of Tourism and Adventures vocabulary?

Yes, expensive can be learned in the Tourism and Adventures topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.

Audio practiceExamplesSmart repeats

Learn expensive in your vocabulary

Add this word to practice, repeat it with audio, examples and your own word lists.

Your cookie choice

We use necessary cookies to operate the site. Analytics and marketing technologies are enabled only with your permission. Cookies Policy