suitable or right for a particular situation or purpose 合适的；恰当的；相称的 | This isn’ t the appropriate time to discuss the problem. 这不是讨论这个问题的合适时间。 |
| The manager should take appropriate action if safety standards are not being met. 如果没有达到安全标准，经理应该采取适当的措施。 |
| +to/for We need to ensure the teaching they receive is appropriate to their needs. 我们需确保他们接受的教育符合他们的需要。 |
| +that It is entirely appropriate that his music should be played at this festival. 他的音乐在这个节日里演奏是完全合适的。 |
| | a | in the way that is relevant or suitable 恰当地；适宜地 | | Vary your presentation, using handouts and overheads as appropriate. 适当地使用讲义和投影，让你的陈述多些花样。 | |