Lest

In order to prevent any possibility that something will happen; for fear that, So that not, In case

Lest - Ý nghĩa

In order to prevent any possibility that something will happen; for fear that

Ví dụ: She left early lest she miss the train.

Sử dụng: formalBối cảnh: written or formal speech

Ghi chú: Often used in formal or literary contexts to express precaution or to avoid a negative consequence.

So that not

Ví dụ: He tiptoed quietly lest he wake the baby.

Sử dụng: formalBối cảnh: formal or literary settings

Ghi chú: Can be used to indicate an action taken to prevent a negative outcome.

In case

Ví dụ: She packed an umbrella lest it rain.

Sử dụng: formalBối cảnh: written or formal speech

Ghi chú: Used to express preparation for a possible situation.

Từ đồng nghĩa của Lest

for fear that

For fear that is used to express the reason for taking a precautionary action to avoid something undesirable.

Ví dụ: He left early for fear that he would miss the train.

Ghi chú: For fear that emphasizes the reason behind the precaution, similar to lest, but with a slightly different tone.

to avoid

To avoid is used to show the intention or purpose of an action to prevent a negative outcome.

Ví dụ: She studied hard to avoid failing the exam.

Ghi chú: To avoid focuses on the intention of preventing something undesirable, similar to lest, but without the sense of caution or fear.

Cách diễn đạt và cụm từ thông dụng của Lest

lest we forget

This phrase is used to emphasize the importance of remembering something, usually a lesson or historical event, so as not to repeat past mistakes.

Ví dụ: We must always honor the sacrifices made by our ancestors, lest we forget the hardships they endured.

Ghi chú: The addition of 'we forget' changes the meaning from just 'lest,' which means 'for fear that' or 'in case.'

lest I forget

Used to express the speaker's intention to remember to do something, indicating a reminder or caution to oneself.

Ví dụ: I need to pick up some milk at the store, lest I forget.

Ghi chú: Similar to 'lest we forget,' the addition of 'I forget' personalizes the statement and emphasizes personal responsibility.

take care lest

This phrase is a cautionary warning, advising someone to be careful or cautious in order to avoid a negative consequence.

Ví dụ: Take care lest you fall on the slippery floor.

Ghi chú: The phrase 'take care lest' combines the idea of caution ('take care') with the potential negative outcome ('lest').

lest anyone think

Used to prevent a particular interpretation or assumption by making a clarification or providing additional information.

Ví dụ: I clarified my words, lest anyone think I was being disrespectful.

Ghi chú: The inclusion of 'anyone think' specifies the audience for the caution, focusing on avoiding a specific misunderstanding or judgment.

lest we be judged

Expresses the idea that one should avoid criticizing or condemning others to prevent facing similar criticism or judgment.

Ví dụ: Let us refrain from passing judgment on others, lest we be judged in return.

Ghi chú: The phrase 'lest we be judged' highlights the reciprocity of judgment, suggesting that one's actions may lead to similar consequences.

Các cách diễn đạt hàng ngày (lóng) của Lest

lest you

An informal way of saying 'or else you will' or 'if you do not.'

Ví dụ: Better hurry up lest you miss the bus.

Ghi chú: It is a more colloquial and shortened form compared to using 'lest' alone.

lest we

Used in a casual manner to indicate a possible negative consequence if something is not done.

Ví dụ: Let's turn off the lights lest we wake the baby.

Ghi chú: It adds a more personal touch compared to the more formal use of 'lest'.

lest something

Implies 'in order to prevent something from happening'.

Ví dụ: Lend me your jacket, lest I freeze in this cold weather.

Ghi chú: It is a more direct and modern way of expressing precaution compared to the traditional use of 'lest'.

lest he/she/they

Introduces a possibility of something unwanted happening.

Ví dụ: She double-checked the address lest she got lost.

Ghi chú: It is a more relaxed and conversational form of expressing an apprehension compared to using 'lest'.

Lest - Ví dụ

He was caught in the act of stealing.

She peeked through the window to spy on her neighbors.

The detective kept a watchful eye on the suspect.

Ngữ pháp của Lest

Lest - Giới từ (Adposition) / Giới từ hoặc liên từ phụ thuộc (Preposition or subordinating conjunction)

Từ gốc: lest

Chia động từ

Âm tiết, Phân cách và Trọng âm

lest chứa 1 âm tiết: lest

Phiên âm ngữ âm: ˈlest

lest , ˈlest (Âm tiết màu đỏ là trọng âm)

Lest - Tầm quan trọng và tần suất sử dụng

Chỉ số tần suất và quan trọng của từ cho biết tần suất xuất hiện của một từ trong một ngôn ngữ nhất định. Số càng nhỏ, tần suất sử dụng từ càng cao. Những từ được sử dụng thường xuyên nhất thường nằm trong khoảng từ 1 đến 4000.

lest: ~ 1800 (Rất Phổ Biến).

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