🇬🇧🇨🇳 complement - 补充 : English Lesson

Meaning of "complement" ("补充"), detailed definition, and a short video lesson below.

To complement means to go together really well with something else, so it looks better or works better, like the perfect teammate, matching piece, or best buddy for that thing.

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

My alarm clock’s evil ringing complements my talent for flying out of bed in pure panic.

My tiny backpack complements my huge pile of homework by refusing to close.

The giant sandwich complemented my tiny stomach by defeating it in exactly three bites.

My ketchup perfectly complements my fries, but my mom says it does not complement my white shirt.

The moon complements the sun by taking turns lighting up Earth.

She held a blue scarf beside her green coat to complement the dress. Her friend moved it to complement the light, then stepped back to see how the scarf would complement the buttons and how the small bag might complement the shoes and complement her smile. The woman laughed, feeling whole and ready.

This word is at the C1 level, which means it’s part of advanced English. It’s used in sophisticated conversations, professional settings, and academic discussions. Words at this level help you express yourself fluently and precisely in nuanced situations.

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