1.derived from 来源于
Many English words are derived from Latin and Greek words.
许多英语词是从拉丁词和希腊词派生而来的 。
2.struggle with 与……斗争
We still have to struggle with all kinds of difficulties.
我们仍得和各种各样的困难作斗争 。
3.used to 曾经做某事
He's much fatter than he used to be.
他较以前胖多了 。
4.take place 发生
A total solar eclipse is due to take place some time tomorrow.
明天某个时刻会发生日全食 。
5.be able to do 能够
If my father did it, I should be able to do it too.
如果我父亲做到了,那么我也应该能做到 。