sign
Definitions
A mark, board, or notice that gives information or a direction.
标记，标牌；告示。
Something that shows a fact, mood, or future event exists; an indication.
迹象，征兆；表示某事存在的标志。
A symbol used to represent something (a plus sign, a zodiac sign).
符号（加号、星座等）。
To write one's name on something to authorize or agree to it.
签名，签署。
To communicate using gestures, especially sign language.
打手势，用手语交流。
Root Breakdown
Root-derivedsign is the root signum itself — a mark that carries meaning. The noun is the mark (a road sign, a sign of trouble); the verb is the act of making your personal mark (signing your name). Every other word in this family is a sign with a prefix or suffix attached.
Root sign still carries 17 more wordsCommon Collocations
- 1.road sign路标
- 2.sign of trouble麻烦的迹象
- 3.sign a contract签合同
- 4.sign up注册／报名
- 5.warning sign警示标志
Example Sentences
- 1.
A sign at the entrance told visitors where to park.
- 2.
Falling leaves are a sign that autumn has arrived.
- 3.
Please sign your name at the bottom of the form.
- 4.
She learned to sign so she could talk with her deaf cousin.