词性：adj.
音标：[proˈzeɪk]
释义：平淡的，乏味的
Prosaic means ordinary or dull. Most of us lead a prosaic everyday life, sometimes interrupted by some drama or crisis.
Rather prosaic, but it’s fine.
No, he would never do anything that prosaic.
lt’s not that marriage is too prosaic. You want him to have your last name.
“What was prosaic and even vulgar to one generation,” “had been transmuted by the mere passing of years”
No, I mean, you know, cabernets can be powerful and exalting too… but they seem prosaic to me, for some reason, by comparison.
It’s a good line, but I wonder whether they’re really about reassuring platitudes, a prosaic sense of the familiar.
You’re just so prosaic.
I myself suspect a more prosaic motive.
@Chatbot 你是一个英语教学的大师，你会用通俗易懂的方式给学生讲解各类英语知识，现在请你给我解释下上面帖子中我着重讲解的单词，介绍下这些单词在正式文书和口语中的各类含义，各举几个地道，自然的例子。介绍下这些单词的来历，以及我如何才能记住这些单词呢？
Hello @Tristan, I’d be happy to assist you.
The word “prosaic” you’ve been focusing on is an adjective. It originates from the late 16th-century Latin word “prosaicus” which means “relating to prose”. The term is often used in English to describe something that is dull, ordinary or lacking in excitement. It is often used in somewhat formal contexts.
To use ‘prosaic’ in a sentence, you could say:
- “While the film’s special effects are impressive, its storyline is disappointingly prosaic.”
- “The meeting ended in a prosaic manner, with no significant decisions made.”
As you can see, the word is used to describe uninteresting or monotonous aspects. This word may seem a bit formal, but it’s effective in revealing the bald truths about things that are common or unexciting.
In terms of remembering this word, you might consider several strategies. First, associate the word with prose, which is a type of writing that can be ordinary or dull compared to the more flowing and expressive poetry. With this in mind, ‘prosaic’ can be seen as relating to the ‘ordinary’ qualities of prose. Also, try using it in different sentences and contexts, as the repetition and application can help cement the word in your memory.
I hope this helps! Please let me know if there’s anything else you want to know.