to underlie
01
构成...的基础, 是...的根本原因
to serve as the foundation or primary cause for something
Transitive: to underlie an abstract entity
例子
Cultural traditions underlie many of the festivals and celebrations we see around the world.
文化传统是我们在世界各地看到的许多节日和庆祝活动的基础。
Historical events underlie the national holidays of many countries.
历史事件是许多国家国定假日的基础。
02
位于...之下, 是...的基础
to be positioned below or beneath something
Transitive: to underlie a physical entity
例子
Coral reefs underlie the clear blue waters, home to a diverse marine ecosystem.
珊瑚礁位于清澈的蓝色海水之下，是多样化海洋生态系统的家园。
Layers of ash underlie the soil, evidence of ancient volcanic activity.
灰层位于土壤之下，是古代火山活动的证据。
