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capsize

/kæpˈsaɪz/
cap · size kæp · ˈsaɪz
English Definition
v. overturn in water
中文释义
翻覆,倾覆
Significado en Español
volcar
한국어 뜻
전복되다, 뒤집히다
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
lật úp, đổ nhào
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How to use “capsize” in a sentence

The boat capsized in the storm.

小船在风暴中翻了。

A sudden wave capsized our canoe.

一个突如其来的浪头把我们的独木舟掀翻了。

The ferry nearly capsized during the storm.

暴风雨中,渡轮差点倾覆。

Wear a life jacket in case the boat capsizes.

穿上救生衣,以防船翻。

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cap(hat) + size(size)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)

Choose the best synonym for the word “capsize” in the following sentence: The storm was so intense that it threatened to capsize the small fishing boat.

  1. A overturn
  2. B stabilize
  3. C repair
  4. D protect
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A — overturn. “capsize” means v. overturn in water

Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)

A sudden enormous wave nearly caused the small fishing boat to ______.

  1. A float
  2. B sail
  3. C capsize
  4. D glide
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C — capsize. “capsize” means v. overturn in water

Common questions about “capsize”

What does “capsize” mean?

capsize — v. overturn in water. In Chinese: 翻覆,倾覆.

How do you pronounce “capsize”?

capsize is pronounced /kæpˈsaɪz/. It breaks into 2 syllables: cap · size.

How do you use “capsize” in a sentence?

“capsize” means overturn in water. Examples: (1) The boat capsized in the storm. (2) A sudden wave capsized our canoe. (3) The ferry nearly capsized during the storm. (4) Wear a life jacket in case the boat capsizes.

What are synonyms for “capsize”?

overturn, upset — all close in meaning to capsize (v. overturn in water).

Is “capsize” an ISEE Middle-level word?

Yes. capsize appears on the iSEE Vocab Middle list, which covers nearly 700 words for the ISEE and SSAT.

How can I remember “capsize”?

cap(hat) + size(size)

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