用作定语
▲～+n.
This is a rare metal.这是一种稀有金属。
It is a temple of rare architectural beauty.那是一座具有罕见建筑之美的寺院。
He owned a number of rare editions of Chinese classics.他拥有好几部中国古典作品的珍本。
Your son is a rare man.你儿子是个了不起的人。
He shows rare ability in this direction.他在这方面有非凡的才能。
We gave a rare old time at the party.我们在聚会中尽情欢乐。
用作表语
▲S+be+～+prep.-phrase
Snow is rare in that country.雪在那个国家是罕见的。
The air is rare at high altitudes.高处空气稀薄。
▲It is/was+～+to-v
It is rare to see a man over 160 years old.很少见到一个人能活到160岁。
