Verbs for Digging

挖, 挖掘

The archaeologist used a shovel to dig for ancient artifacts.

考古学家用铲子挖掘古代文物。

挖掘, 发掘

The archaeologists hoped to dig up evidence of an ancient civilization in the dig site.

考古学家希望在挖掘现场挖掘出古代文明的证据。

矿, 矿井

The diamond mine in Africa was known for its rare gemstones.

非洲的钻石矿以其稀有宝石而闻名。

挖掘, 开凿

The workers excavated a trench to lay down the foundation for the building.

工人们挖掘了一条沟渠来为建筑物打下地基。

空心的, 中空的

The children found a hollow tree trunk and used it as a hiding spot during their game of hide-and-seek.

孩子们发现了一个中空的树干，并在他们的捉迷藏游戏中用它作为藏身之处。

挖掘, 发掘

Archaeologists unearthed ancient pottery during the excavation.

考古学家在挖掘过程中出土了古代陶器。

幼虫, 蠕虫

The grub’s presence indicated that the soil was rich and healthy.

幼虫的存在表明土壤肥沃且健康。

挖掘, 挖沟

Construction workers trench the area to lay utility pipes underground.

建筑工人挖沟该区域以在地下铺设公用管道。

洞穴, 地洞

The rabbit disappeared into its burrow, seeking refuge from the approaching storm.

兔子消失在它的洞穴中，寻求躲避即将来临的风暴。

挖掘, 翻找

Archaeologists delve into the soil to uncover ancient artifacts.

考古学家挖掘土壤以发现古代文物。

挖掘, 掘出

Forensic experts may exhume a body to conduct further investigations.

法医专家可能会挖掘尸体以进行进一步的调查。

The ice cream scoop stuck to the frozen surface.

铲子, 铁锹

He found a lightweight shovel useful for camping trips.

他发现了一把轻便的铲子对露营旅行很有用。