gear
shift
复数形式
gearshifts
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换挡杆, 变速杆
a handle in a car or other vehicle, by which a driver can change gears
A gearshift is a lever used to change the gears in a vehicle, helping control its speed and power. In manual transmission vehicles, the driver uses the gearshift to select different gears, while in automatic vehicles, the gearshift may simply be used to switch between settings like park, reverse, neutral, and drive. The gearshift ensures the engine operates efficiently by adjusting the vehicle's gear ratio according to the driving conditions.
- She shifted the gearshift into first gear as she started driving up the steep hill.
当她开始驾驶上陡峭的山坡时，她将换挡杆换到了一档。
- The car's manual transmission required frequent adjustments to the gearshift for smooth driving.
汽车的手动变速器需要频繁调整换挡杆以确保驾驶顺畅。
- The gearshift on the truck was heavy, requiring a firm grip to change gears effectively.
卡车的换挡杆很重，需要牢牢握住才能有效换挡。
- She practiced using the gearshift in a parking lot to get comfortable with the manual transmission.
她在停车场练习使用换挡杆，以适应手动变速器。
- The mechanic repaired the faulty gearshift to ensure smooth gear transitions.
机械师修理了故障的换挡杆，以确保平稳换挡。