brat

简明释义

英[bræt]美[bræt]

n. 乳臭未干的小孩；顽童

n. （Brat）人名；（法、塞）布拉特

复 数 b r a t s

英英释义

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例句

1.That's what we need. A little brat in the Oval Office.

让一个小顽童进椭圆形办公室。这正是我们需要的。

2.This is about you being a brat!

你是乳臭未干的小孩！

3.She is a godsend and a brat, all in one incredibly beautiful package.

她是上帝赐予我们的礼物，她非常美丽。

4.An army brat was boasting about his father to a navy brat.

一个陆军菜鸟正向一个海军菜鸟吹嘘自己的父亲。

5.There's a man I went to high school with. He was an army brat. Brilliant, incredibly egotistical.

我一个高中同学也是军人子弟，他很有才华，令人难以置信地自负，很拧。

6.Once you've been able to get the right nutrients in, try following the BRAT diet until the worst of the flu is over.

一旦你可以摄入正确的营养，尝试遵循BRAT食谱，直到度过流感最严重的时期。

7.Fine, except for one brat.

还好，除了一个乳臭未干的小子。

8.Stop being such a brat and help your brother with his homework.

别再那么小孩子气了，帮你哥哥做作业吧。

9.I can't believe you let that brat talk back to you like that!

我真不敢相信你让那个小家伙那样顶嘴！

10.My little sister can be a real brat sometimes, especially when she wants attention.

我妹妹有时候真是个小调皮，尤其是当她想要注意的时候。

11.That kid is such a brat for always throwing tantrums when he doesn't get his way.

那个孩子真是个小坏蛋，总是在得不到想要的东西时发脾气。

12.He acts like a spoiled brat whenever he doesn't get what he wants.

每当他得不到想要的东西时，就像个被宠坏的小孩一样。

作文

The term brat refers to a child, typically one who is perceived as spoiled or overly indulged by their parents. In modern usage, it often carries a negative connotation, suggesting that the child exhibits unruly behavior or a lack of respect for authority. Growing up, I had a friend who was often labeled a brat by adults in our neighborhood. His name was Jake, and while he was undeniably energetic and full of life, he often pushed the boundaries set by his parents. Jake's parents, both busy professionals, frequently showered him with gifts and privileges in an effort to compensate for their absence. As a result, Jake developed a sense of entitlement that made him act out in ways that were sometimes embarrassing for those around him. For instance, during playdates, if he didn't get his way, he would throw tantrums, yelling and crying until he received the attention he craved. This behavior led many of our neighbors to label him a brat, and they often warned their children to stay away from him. Despite his reputation, I found Jake to be a fun and adventurous friend. He was always eager to try new things, whether it was climbing trees or riding bicycles at breakneck speeds. However, there were moments when I felt uncomfortable with how he treated others. One time, during a group outing, he insisted on being the leader of our game, disregarding the ideas and suggestions of the other kids. When someone else proposed a different plan, he dismissed it outright, calling them a 'loser' for not wanting to play his version of the game. This incident reinforced the idea that being a brat often meant not just being spoiled, but also lacking empathy for others. As we grew older, Jake's behavior did not change significantly. He continued to struggle with authority figures, often arguing with teachers and refusing to follow school rules. His parents, while loving, seemed to be at a loss for how to manage his behavior. They would often say, 'He's just a brat; he needs to learn some respect.' Unfortunately, this cycle of indulgence and rebellion only perpetuated his negative traits. In high school, I began to notice the consequences of Jake's actions. While he was still popular among our peers, he found himself increasingly isolated from more responsible friends. Many of us started to distance ourselves from him, realizing that his brat behavior was not something we wanted to emulate. It was disheartening to see someone with so much potential struggle due to a lack of discipline and guidance. Reflecting on my experiences with Jake, I learned that the label of brat can be quite damaging. It not only affects how others perceive a child but can also impact the child's self-esteem and social interactions. Children labeled as brats may internalize this perception and continue to act out, believing that they cannot change. Ultimately, it is essential for parents and caregivers to strike a balance between love and discipline. While it's natural to want to provide for our children, teaching them respect, responsibility, and empathy is equally important. Only then can we help them grow into well-rounded individuals who contribute positively to society, rather than perpetuating the cycle of being a brat.

这个词brat指的是一个孩子，通常是指那些被父母宠坏或过度溺爱的孩子。在现代用法中，它通常带有负面含义，暗示这个孩子表现出不守规矩的行为或缺乏对权威的尊重。成长过程中，我有一个朋友常常被我们社区的成年人称为brat。他的名字叫杰克，虽然他无疑充满活力和生命力，但他经常挑战父母设定的界限。杰克的父母都是忙碌的职业人士，他们常常通过赠送礼物和特权来弥补自己的缺席。因此，杰克发展出了一种特权感，使他以有时令人尴尬的方式表现出来。例如，在玩耍时，如果他没有如愿以偿，他会大发脾气，尖叫和哭泣，直到他得到他渴望的关注。这种行为导致许多邻居把他标记为brat，他们常常警告自己的孩子远离他。尽管有这样的名声，我发现杰克是一个有趣和冒险的朋友。他总是渴望尝试新事物，无论是爬树还是以惊人的速度骑自行车。然而，有时候我对他对待他人的方式感到不舒服。有一次，在一次团体外出中，他坚持要成为我们游戏的领导者，完全无视其他孩子的想法和建议。当其他人提出不同的计划时，他直接驳回，称他们为“失败者”，因为他们不想玩他的游戏。这一事件加强了这样的观念：成为一个brat往往不仅仅是被宠坏，还意味着缺乏对他人的同情。随着我们长大，杰克的行为并没有显著改变。他继续与权威人物斗争，常常与老师争论，拒绝遵循学校的规则。他的父母虽然很爱他，但似乎无计可施于如何管理他的行为。他们常常说：“他只是个brat；他需要学会尊重。”不幸的是，这种纵容和反叛的循环只会加剧他的负面特质。在高中时，我开始注意到杰克行为的后果。虽然他在同龄人中仍然很受欢迎，但他发现自己越来越孤立于更负责任的朋友之外。我们中的许多人开始与他疏远，意识到他的brat行为并不是我们想要效仿的。看到一个如此有潜力的人因缺乏纪律和指导而苦苦挣扎，令人感到沮丧。回顾我与杰克的经历，我意识到brat这个标签可能是相当有害的。它不仅影响他人对一个孩子的看法，还可能影响孩子的自尊心和社交互动。被贴上brat标签的孩子可能会内化这种看法，并继续表现出不当行为，认为他们无法改变。最终，父母和照顾者在爱与纪律之间找到平衡至关重要。虽然想要为我们的孩子提供支持是自然的，但教导他们尊重、责任和同情心同样重要。只有这样，我们才能帮助他们成长为全面发展的个体，为社会做出积极贡献，而不是继续成为一个brat。