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复数形式
forewords
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前言, 序言
a short introductory section at the beginning of a book, usually written by someone other than the author
A foreword is an introductory section at the beginning of a book, written by someone other than the author. It typically provides context for the book, such as its background, significance, or relevance. The foreword often includes personal reflections or endorsements from the writer, who may explain why the book is important or offer insights into its creation. It helps to set the stage for the main content and can add credibility or context to the book.
- The book's foreword was written by a renowned scholar in the field.
这本书的前言是由该领域的一位著名学者撰写的。
- She read the foreword to get an overview of the book's background.
她读了前言以了解这本书的背景概述。
- The foreword provided insights into the author's inspiration for the novel.
前言提供了作者创作小说的灵感。
- She skimmed the foreword before diving into the main content of the book.
她在深入书籍主要内容之前浏览了前言。
- The author was pleased with the thoughtful foreword provided by a fellow writer.
作者对另一位作家提供的深思熟虑的前言感到满意。