[ yǐngzi ] 1.(影) shadow; reflection 短语和例子 塔的影子倒映在水中。 one can see the reflection of the tower in the water.2.(模糊的形象) trace; sign; vague impression 短语和例子 这事经你一提醒, 我脑子里才有点儿影子。 now that you remind me of this matter, i have a vague impression of it. 脑子里一点影子也没有。 i haven't the dimmest recollection of it.3.(人的踪影) the trace of a person's presence; figure 短语和例子 整天不见某人的影子 never catch a glimpse of a person the whole day; 我等了半天连个影子也没见到。 i waited a long time but not a soul turned up.; 影子内阁 shadow cabinet