affectation
n
1 [C, U] (instance of) unnatural behaviour, manner of speaking, etc, intended to impress others 为给人留有印象而作出不自然的样子; 做作
His little affectations irritated her. 他做作的小动作激怒了她.
I detest all affectation. 我厌恶一切矫揉造作的行为.
2 [C] ~ (of sth) pretence; deliberate display (of sth that is not truly felt) 假装; 故意表现(不是真正感觉的事物)
an affectation of interest, indifference, etc 装作有兴趣, 假装不在乎.
🗣️ 情景例句
Dinner for the entire family.
给全家做晚餐
There's a possibility we'll go,but it all depends on the weather.
我们去的可能性都取决于天气。
Many families spend this at a cottage by the seaside or go camping in the hills or on the coast.