buzzer

/ˈbʌzə(r)/ (bre, ipa) · [bˈʌzɚ] /ˈbʌzər/ (ame, ipa) · [bˈʌzɚ] /ˈbə-zər How to pronounce buzzer (audio)/ (ame, mw)

buzzer — noun

1. a device that gives off a low buzz to warn people, get attention, or show that a

1.名詞B2
釋義

a device that gives off a low buzz to warn people, get attention, or show that a set time or action has been reached

例句

Walid pressed the buzzer outside the clinic when the door was locked.

press the buzzer to call someone to the door

A loud buzzer ended the school quiz before Christopher could answer.

the buzzer marks the end of a timed activity

同義詞
  • bell

    can mean a similar signalling device, but it often suggests a clearer ringing sound

  • beeper

    often refers to a small device that gives short electronic signals

  • alarm

    usually warns about danger or a problem, not just any signal

文法句型

press the buzzer

the buzzer sounds

door buzzer

用法筆記

A buzzer usually makes a rough electronic sound rather than a clear ring. It is common for door systems, ovens, quiz shows, and call systems in hospitals or offices.

常見錯誤

❌The teacher hit the buzzer to start the quiz.
✅The teacher pressed the buzzer to start the quiz.
💡People usually press a buzzer rather than hit it.