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In a nutshell 简单地说

 

In a nutshell 简单地说

Walnut seeds are known for being a rich source of nutrients, particularly proteins and fatty acids

今日小常识

Researchers from Pennsylvania reported to the American Chemical Society that walnuts contain the highest level of antioxidants compared to other nuts, and should be eaten more as part of a healthy diet. Antioxidants are known to help protect the body against disease.



来自美国宾夕法尼亚的研究人员向美国化学学会报告说,与其它坚果相比,核桃中抗氧化物质的含量是最高的,所以应作为健康饮食的一部分更多食用。抗氧化物质可以帮助我们的身体预防疾病的侵袭。

今日短语

短语 in a nutshell 的意思是简言之、简单的说。常用在总结报告消息的语境中。

例句

You haven't studied hard enough and did badly in your exams. In a nutshell, you'll have to sit this year's class again next year.

Our company didn't sell much and the economy is doing badly. In a nutshell, we are out of business.

请注意

单词 nuts 可用来形容某人疯了或过于大胆。

Do you intend to cross the Atlantic Ocean in a kayak? You are nuts!