🇬🇧🇨🇳 mechanism - 机制 : English Lesson

Meaning of "mechanism" ("机制"), detailed definition, and a short video lesson below.

A mechanism is a combination of parts or processes that work together to perform a specific function or task. It can refer to physical components in a machine, as well as processes or systems in biology, technology, or other fields that achieve a particular result.

Watch and listen to this English flashcard to understand the word in more detail, with an easy example sentence.

The cookie jar has a lock mechanism, which is just unfair.

My dog’s tail-wagging mechanism activates whenever food appears.

I tried to fix the bike’s brake mechanism, but now it only stops when I crash.

My little brother's crying mechanism activates every time I touch his toys.

The roller coaster’s safety mechanism works great, but my screams don’t stop.

A small boy finds a broken music box. He looks at the metal gears and the secret mechanism, a tiny mechanism inside. He touches one part and the mechanism moves slowly. The little bird does not sing until he fixes a spring in the mechanism. When the final piece clicks, the mechanism turns and the bird sings. The boy smiles.

This word is at the B2 level, which means it’s used in more complex conversations and texts. It helps you discuss abstract ideas, express opinions clearly, and engage in discussions on a variety of topics, both personal and professional.

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