1. Word: Colon

音标: /ˈkoʊ.lən/

2. Meaning:

A colon is a punctuation mark used to introduce a list, explanation, or elaboration of something mentioned before it. In anatomy, it refers to a part of the large intestine.

3. Translation:

中文翻译: 冒号；结肠

4. Pronunciation:

音标: /ˈkoʊ.lən/ (美式发音)

发音技巧: “Co”部分类似于“koʊ”，而“lon”部分类似于“lən”。

5. Usage:

The colon is used in writing to introduce an item, a list, or an explanation after a main clause.

It’s used in time notation (e.g., 12:30) and in ratios (e.g., 2:1).

In anatomy, the colon refers to a section of the large intestine.

6. Example Sentences:

She gave me three reasons for her decision: lack of time, financial constraints, and personal issues.

The professor explained the rules of the exam: no cheating, no talking, and no electronic devices.

The meeting starts at 9:00 a.m., not a minute later.

The ratio of sugar to flour in the recipe is 1:2.

John works in the colon section of the hospital, assisting in colon-related surgeries.

The colon separates the hour and minute in time notation.

We need to read the following sentence: “The king was brave: he fought against all odds.”

She paused before explaining: "I have to think carefully before answering."

The colon plays an important role in digestion by absorbing water from the waste material.

The teacher clarified the next topic: the structure of a sentence.

7. Phrase Collocations:

Colon cancer (结肠癌)

Colon cleanse (结肠清洁)

Large colon (大结肠)

Time:minute colon (时间格式中的冒号)

Ratio colon (比率冒号)

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