基调

基调 [jī diào]

1. ■ {音} （主要的调） fundamental key; main key

2. ■ （主要精神; 基本观念） keynote; mood:

他讲话的基调是团结。 The keynote of his speech was unity.

争取联大通过的决议基调不低于去年。 Ensure that the General Assembly adopt a resolution not less strong than those passed at the previous sessions.

如今结婚礼服的基调是素雅。 Today the keynote of the wedding gown is simplicity.

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常用词组

1. ■ 基调报告 keynote address [speech];

2. ■ 基调报告人 keynoter; keynote speaker