to prevent
01
防止, 阻止
to not let someone do something
Transitive: to prevent sb/sth from sth
例子
The security guard prevented the unauthorized person from entering the building.
保安阻止了未经授权的人进入大楼。
She tried to prevent her younger brother from eating too much candy before dinner.
她试图阻止她弟弟在晚饭前吃太多糖果。
02
防止, 预防
to stop something from happening
Transitive: to prevent sth
例子
Regular exercise can help prevent certain health issues.
定期锻炼有助于预防某些健康问题。
The security measures in place prevent unauthorized access to the building.
现有的安全措施防止未经授权进入建筑物。
词汇树
preventable
preventative
preventative
prevent
