a supernatural being in Germanic mythology, often depicted as a malevolent elf or spirit who harms children
记忆技巧
Story Association
Imagine a creepy 'Earl' (sounds like 'erl') who is the 'king' of the forest, luring children away. The combination of 'Earl' + 'king' creates 'erlking', helping you remember the mythical creature.
Visual Imagery
Picture a sinister elf wearing a crown ('king') lurking in the woods. The eerie image reinforces the word's meaning.
例句
The poem 'Erlkönig' by Goethe describes a father rushing through the night with his child, pursued by the eerie Erlking. (歌德的诗歌《魔王》描绘了一位父亲在夜晚带着孩子疾驰，却被可怕的魔王追逐。)