walkthrough

/ˈwɔːk.θruː/ (bre, ipa) · [wˈɔkθraʊ] /ˈwɑːk.θruː/ (ame, ipa)

walkthrough — noun

1. a detailed guide that shows someone how to complete a task or reach a particular

1.名詞B1
釋義

a detailed guide that shows someone how to complete a task or reach a particular goal, especially when using a piece of software or playing a video game

例句

Lucía watched a walkthrough of the new level before she started playing.

countable noun + of

The program's walkthrough showed Vikram how to connect his printer.

同義詞
  • guide

    more general; not limited to step-by-step instructions

  • tutorial

    often implies a structured lesson rather than a reference walkthrough

  • demo

    shorter and often shows rather than explains

文法句型

walkthrough + of [something]

用法筆記

Common in online gaming communities and software documentation. Often paired with a platform (video walkthrough, online walkthrough).

常見錯誤

❌I downloaded a walkthrough level for the game.
✅I downloaded a walkthrough for the game.
💡'walkthrough' is a noun, not an adjective describing 'level'.

2. an early practice for a performance, in which the performers walk through the po

2.名詞B2
釋義

an early practice for a performance, in which the performers walk through the positions and actions without full costumes or technical effects

例句

The director called a walkthrough for the first act to check all the scene changes.

walkthrough + for [a part of a play]

During the walkthrough, Lauren marked the props the cast had to pick up.

同義詞
  • run-through

    often faster-paced and more complete than a walkthrough

  • rehearsal

    broader term; includes any practice session for a performance

文法句型

walkthrough + for [performance]

用法筆記

Distinguish from a dress rehearsal: a walkthrough focuses on blocking and positioning rather than full performance. Typically no costumes or props.

常見錯誤

❌The actors wore costumes to the walkthrough.
✅The actors wore casual clothes to the walkthrough.
💡a walkthrough does not involve full costumes or makeup.