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over

over

Meaning of over

English

above something

中文

表示在某物上方或横跨某物

over

Pronunciation

British English
/ˈəʊvə/
American English
/ˈoʊvɚ/

over with Chinese translation

over usage examples

🇬🇧English→🇨🇳Chinese

The lamp is over the table.

灯在桌子上方。

🇬🇧English→🇨🇳Chinese

The bridge is over the river.

桥在河上方。

over synonyms

Related word breakdowns

What's the difference between over, above, on top of, on, and atop

🇬🇧English

Higher than; no contact, about level.

A1very often

ENThe picture is above the sofa.

🇬🇧English

Resting on the upper surface, with contact.

A1often

ENPut the box on top of the shelf.

Advanced: broader words

🇬🇧English

Resting on a surface; over may not touch.

A1very often

ENThe book is on the table.

A
🇬🇧English
atop

Literary word for on top of.

A1very rare word

ENA bird sat atop the wall.

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over meaning: what does it mean?

above something

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灯在桌子上方。 Translation: The lamp is over the table.

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