EN: The correlative conjunction 'both... and...' is used to join two grammatical elements of equal importance (nouns, adjectives, verbs, etc.), emphasizing that both options are included.
中文: 相關連接詞「both... and...」(兩者都……)用於連接兩個同等重要且具相同文法功能的元素(如名詞、形容詞、動詞等),用以強調兩者皆包含在內。
She likes both apples and oranges.
她蘋果和橘子都喜歡。
EN: The prepositional phrase 'in the morning' acts as an adverbial modifier of time, indicating when the action of liking or consuming these drinks takes place.
中文: 介系詞片語「in the morning」(在早上)在此作為時間副詞修飾語,用來表示喜歡或飲用這些飲料的時間點。
I usually exercise in the morning.
我通常在早上運動。
EN: In Western culture, breakfast drinks are a significant part of the morning routine. While coffee is traditionally associated with a quick energy boost, tea is also highly popular, especially in British culture. Saying you like 'both' shows a flexible and appreciative attitude towards morning beverage rituals.
中文: 在西方文化中,早餐飲料是早晨生活常規中非常重要的一部分。雖然咖啡傳統上與快速提神相關聯,但茶也極受歡迎(特別是在英國文化中)。說自己「兩者都喜歡」展現了對早晨飲品習慣一種彈性且懂得享受的態度。
EN: The coordinating conjunction 'but' is used to connect two independent clauses that show contrast. It is preceded by a comma when connecting complete sentences.
中文: 對等連接詞 'but'(但是)用於連接兩個表示對比的獨立子句。當連接兩個完整的句子時,'but' 前面通常會加上逗號。
I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.
我本來想去散步,但開始下雨了。
EN: The infinitive 'to join' acts as the direct object of the transitive verb 'want'. The pattern 'want + to-infinitive' is used to express a desire to perform an action.
中文: 不定詞 'to join'(加入)作為及物動詞 'want'(想要)的直接受詞。'want + 不定詞' 的結構用於表達想要進行某個動作的意願。
She wants to learn how to play the piano.
她想要學習如何彈鋼琴。
EN: In schools and universities, popular extracurricular activities or clubs (like the art club) often have limited capacity. Saying 'it is full' is a common way to express that registration is closed because the maximum number of members has been reached.
中文: 在學校或大學中,熱門的課外活動或社團(如美術社)通常有名額限制。說 'it is full' 是一種常見的表達方式,表示因為人數已達上限而停止招募。
EN: The modal verb 'can' is used to express possibility or ability. It is followed by the base form of the verb (bare infinitive) without 'to'.
中文: 情態助動詞「can」用於表示可能性或能力。其後必須接動詞原形(不帶 to 的不定詞)。
We can meet at the library tomorrow.
我們明天可以在圖書館見面。
EN: The coordinating conjunction 'or' is used to connect two alternatives or choices. In this sentence, it connects two parallel verb phrases: 'take the bus' and 'ride our bikes'.
中文: 對等連接詞「or」用於連接兩個選擇或替代方案。在本句中,它連接了兩個平行的動詞片語:「take the bus」(搭公車)與「ride our bikes」(騎我們的自行車)。
You can have tea or coffee.
你可以喝茶或咖啡。
EN: In many English-speaking countries, cycling (riding bikes) and taking public transit (the bus) are highly encouraged as eco-friendly and healthy commuting alternatives, especially in bike-friendly cities.
中文: 在許多英語系國家,騎自行車與搭乘大眾運輸工具(公車)被視為非常環保且健康的通勤替代方案,特別是在對自行車友善的城市中,這兩種方式非常普遍。
EN: The Past Continuous tense (was/were + verb-ing) is used to describe an action that was in progress at a specific time in the past.
中文: 過去進行式(was/were + 動詞-ing)用於描述在過去特定時間點正在進行的動作。在此句中,「It was raining」表示當時天空正持續下著雨。
It was snowing when we left the house.
我們離開房子時,那時正在下雪。
EN: The coordinating conjunction 'so' is used to connect two independent clauses, where the second clause is the result of the first.
中文: 對等連接詞「so」(所以)用於連接兩個獨立子句,第二個子句表示第一個子句所導致的結果。
I was tired, so I went to sleep.
我很累,所以我就去睡覺了。
EN: The subordinating conjunction 'because' is used to introduce a clause of reason. It connects the main result clause ('I study hard') with the cause or reason ('I want to pass'). Unlike in Chinese, we do not use 'so' (所以) in the main clause when 'because' (因為) is used.
中文: 從屬連接詞「because」(因為)用來引導表示原因的從屬子句。它將主要結果子句(我努力學習)與原因(我想通過)連接起來。請注意,英文中「because」與「so」不能同時出現在同一個句子中。
She stayed home because she was sick.
她待在家裡,因為她生病了。
EN: The verb 'want' is a transitive verb that is commonly followed by a to-infinitive (to + base verb) acting as its direct object, expressing a desire to perform an action.
中文: 動詞「want」(想要)是及物動詞,後面常接不定詞(to + 原形動詞)作為其直接受詞,用來表示想要進行某個動作。
They want to play soccer after school.
他們放學後想要踢足球。
EN: Using coordinate adjectives (kind and helpful) linked by 'and' to describe a subject. This structure allows you to provide multiple descriptions of a person or thing efficiently.
中文: 使用對等連接詞「and」連接兩個形容詞(kind 和 helpful)來描述主詞。這種結構能讓你更有效率地同時描述一個人或事物的多種特質。
The teacher is patient and knowledgeable.
這位老師既有耐心又知識淵博。
EN: The prepositional phrase 'to everyone' functions as an adverbial modifier, indicating the target or recipient of the qualities (kind and helpful).
中文: 介系詞片語「to everyone」作為副詞修飾語,用來表示這些特質(親切與樂於助人)所針對的對象或接受者。
He is always polite to his customers.
他對他的顧客總是很有禮貌。
EN: In English-speaking cultures, describing someone as 'helpful' and 'kind to everyone' is a high compliment, reflecting valued social traits of empathy, community support, and friendliness.
中文: 在英語系國家中,形容某人「helpful」(樂於助人)且「kind to everyone」(對每個人都很親切)是極高的讚譽,這反映了人們所重視的同理心、社區互助與友善等社交特質。
EN: The coordinating conjunction 'so' is used to connect two independent clauses, where the second clause is the result or consequence of the first clause. A comma is typically placed before 'so'.
中文: 等立連接詞「so」(所以)用於連接兩個獨立子句,其中第二個子句是第一個子句的結果或後果。在「so」之前通常會加上逗號。
It was raining, so we stayed inside.
下雨了,所以我們待在室內。
EN: The verb 'feel' is a linking verb (copula) that is followed by an adjective (tired) to describe the subject's physical or emotional state. The past tense of 'feel' is 'felt'.
中文: 動詞「feel」(感覺)是一個連繫動詞,後面接形容詞(tired)來描述主詞的身體或情緒狀態。「feel」的過去式為「felt」。
She felt happy after hearing the good news.
聽到好消息後,她感到很高興。
EN: The phrase 'go to bed' is a common English idiom meaning to sleep. Note that there is no article ('a' or 'the') before 'bed' in this idiomatic expression.
中文: 英文片語「go to bed」是表示「去睡覺」的常用習慣用語。請注意,在這個習慣表達中,「bed」前面不需要加任何冠詞(如 a 或 the)。
EN: The coordinating conjunction 'or' is used to connect two choices in a question, presenting alternatives to the listener.
中文: 對等連接詞「or」(或者)用於連接問題中的兩個選項,向聽者提供不同的選擇。
Do you want to go to the park or the beach?
你想去公園還是海灘?
EN: Yes/No questions in the simple present tense use the auxiliary verb 'do' (or 'does' for third-person singular) followed by the subject and the base form of the main verb.
中文: 一般現在時的 Yes/No 疑問句使用助動詞「do」(第三人稱單數用 does),後接主詞和主要動詞的原形。
Do you like coffee?
你喜歡咖啡嗎?
EN: In English-speaking cultures, offering a guest a choice of drinks (like juice or water) is a standard gesture of hospitality. Using 'or' allows the guest to choose comfortably without feeling pressured.
中文: 在英語系國家中,主動詢問客人想喝什麼(如問要果汁還是水)是基本的待客禮儀。使用「or」提供具體選項,能讓客人感到自在且沒有壓力地做出選擇。
EN: The coordinating conjunction 'but' is used to connect two independent clauses that show contrast. In writing, a comma is typically placed before 'but' when it connects two complete sentences.
中文: 對等連接詞「but」(但是)用於連接兩個表示對比的獨立子句。在書寫時,若「but」連接的是兩個完整的句子,通常會在前面加上逗號。
I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.
我想去散步,但開始下雨了。
EN: The word 'more' is used as an adverb here to modify the verb 'love', indicating a higher degree of preference. It is placed at the end of the clause.
中文: 這裡的「more」作為副詞使用,用來修飾動詞「love」(熱愛),表示程度更深、更喜歡。通常置於子句的末尾。
She likes tea, but she enjoys coffee more.
她喜歡茶,但她更享受咖啡。
EN: In English-speaking cultures, expressing personal preferences clearly and contrasting different interests (like science vs. art/music) is a common way to share one's personality and engage in small talk.
中文: 在英語系國家的文化中,清晰地表達個人偏好並對比不同的興趣(例如科學與藝術/音樂的對比)是展現個性與進行日常閒聊(small talk)非常常見的方式。
EN: The subordinating conjunction 'because' is used to introduce a clause that states the reason for something. It connects an independent clause (the result) with a dependent clause (the cause).
中文: 從屬連接詞「because」(因為)用於引導表示原因的子句。它將一個獨立子句(結果)與一個從屬子句(原因)連接起來。
She stayed at home because it was raining.
她待在家裡,因為下雨了。
EN: The phrasal verb 'wake up' means to emerge or cause to emerge from sleep. In the past tense, 'wake' becomes 'woke'. When combined with the adverb 'late', it describes the action of waking up after the usual or planned time.
中文: 片語動詞「wake up」意為「醒來」或「起床」。在過去式中,「wake」變為「woke」。與副詞「late」(遲、晚)結合時,用來描述比平常或預定時間更晚起床的動作。
I woke up early to catch the train.
我提早起床以趕上火車。
EN: The modal verb 'can' is used to express possibility or to make suggestions. It is followed by the base form of the verb (bare infinitive) without 'to'.
中文: 情態助動詞 'can' 用於表示可能性或提出建議。後面必須接動詞原形(不帶 to 的不定詞)。
We can go to the beach tomorrow.
我們明天可以去海灘。
EN: The coordinating conjunction 'or' is used to connect two alternatives or choices. In this sentence, it connects two parallel verb phrases: 'watch a movie' and 'play a game'.
中文: 對等連接詞 'or' 用於連接兩個選擇或替代方案。在本句中,它連接了兩個平行的動詞片語:'watch a movie'(看電影)與 'play a game'(玩遊戲)。
You can have tea or coffee.
你可以喝茶或咖啡。
EN: The structure 'Let's + base verb' is a common way to make suggestions or proposals, meaning 'Let us'. It is followed directly by the infinitive form of the verb without 'to'.
中文: 「Let's + 原形動詞」是用來提出建議或提議的常用結構,意思是「讓我們……」。後面直接接不帶 to 的動詞原形。
Let's go for a walk in the park.
我們去公園散步吧。
EN: The subordinating conjunction 'because' is used to introduce a clause of reason, explaining why the action in the main clause ('Let's relax') is happening.
中文: 從屬連接詞「because」(因為)用於引導原因從句,解釋主句動作(「我們放鬆一下吧」)發生的原因。
We stayed home because it was raining.
因為下雨,我們留在了家裡。
EN: In English-speaking workplaces and academic environments, acknowledging hard work before suggesting a break (using phrases like 'Let's relax' or 'Let's take a break') is a common way to build team morale and show empathy.
中文: 在英語系國家的職場和學術環境中,在提議休息之前先肯定大家的辛勞(使用如「Let's relax」或「Let's take a break」等片語),是建立團隊士氣和展現同理心的常用方式。
EN: The coordinating conjunction 'so' is used to connect two independent clauses, where the second clause represents the result or consequence of the first clause.
中文: 對等連接詞「so」(所以)用於連接兩個獨立子句,第二個子句表示第一個子句所產生的結果或影響。
The weather was beautiful, so we decided to go for a walk.
天氣非常好,所以我們決定去散步。
EN: The simple past tense is used to describe completed actions that happened at a specific time in the past. Here, 'had' (past of 'have') and 'made' (past of 'make') indicate past events.
中文: 簡單過去式用於描述在過去特定時間已經完成的動作。在此句中,「had」(have 的過去式)與「made」(make 的過去式)皆表示過去發生的事件。
She had a busy morning, but she finished all her work.
她今天早上很忙,但她完成了所有的工作。
EN: In English-speaking cultures, having a 'free afternoon' is highly valued as a time for self-care, hobbies, or spontaneous socializing. 'Making plans' doesn't always imply formal appointments; it often refers to casual, fun activities with friends or family.
中文: 在英語系國家中,擁有一個「free afternoon」(空閒的下午)被視為非常珍貴的個人時間,可用於自我放鬆、培養愛好或隨興的社交活動。而「make plans」(做計畫)不一定指正式的商務預約,通常是指與朋友或家人安排的輕鬆、好玩的休閒活動。
EN: The coordinating conjunction 'but' is used to connect two independent clauses that show contrast. In this sentence, it connects the speaker's initial intention ('I wanted to read or draw') with an interrupting action ('my friends called me').
中文: 對等連接詞「but」(但是)用於連接兩個表示對比或轉折的獨立子句。在此句子中,它將說話者原本的意圖(「我想閱讀或畫畫」)與一個打斷此意圖的動作(「我朋友打電話給我」)連接起來。
I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.
我本來想去散步,但開始下雨了。
EN: The coordinating conjunction 'or' is used to present choices or alternatives. Here, it connects two infinitive verbs 'read' and 'draw' (with 'to' shared from 'wanted to') to show the options the speaker was considering.
中文: 對等連接詞「or」(或者)用於表示選擇或替代方案。在這裡,它連接了兩個不定詞動詞「read」(閱讀)與「draw」(畫畫)(共享前面的「wanted to」),以表示說話者當時正在考慮的選擇。
You can study in the library or work in the cafe.
你可以在圖書館讀書,或者在咖啡廳工作。
EN: The coordinating conjunction 'and' is used to connect two independent clauses (complete sentences) of equal importance. When connecting two independent clauses, a comma is typically placed before 'and'.
中文: 對等連接詞「and」(並且/而且)用於連接兩個重要性相同的獨立子句(完整句子)。當連接兩個獨立子句時,通常會在「and」之前加上逗號。
She finished her homework, and she watched a movie.
她完成了功課,然後看了一部電影。
EN: Adverbs of manner (like 'happily') describe how an action is performed. They are often formed by adding '-ly' to an adjective and typically place before the main verb or after the object to add descriptive detail.
中文: 情態副詞(如「happily」)用來描述動作進行的方式。通常是在形容詞字尾加上「-ly」形成,一般放在主要動詞之前或受詞之後,以增加細節描述。
He quietly opened the door.
他安靜地開了門。
EN: The modal verb 'could' is used here to make a polite or tentative suggestion, presenting possibilities rather than a firm decision.
中文: 情態助動詞「could」在此處用於提出禮貌或溫和的建議,表示一種可能性,而非強硬的決定。
We could try that new Italian restaurant tonight.
我們今晚可以去試試看那家新的義大利餐廳。
EN: The coordinating conjunction 'or' is used to connect two alternatives. In this sentence, it links two parallel verb phrases: 'go to the park' and 'visit the library'.
中文: 對等連接詞「or」用於連接兩個選擇。在本句中,它連接了兩個平行的動詞片語:「go to the park」(去公園)與「visit the library」(造訪圖書館)。
You can study now or watch TV later.
你可以現在讀書,或者等一下看電視。
EN: In English-speaking cultures, suggesting plans with 'could' rather than 'should' or 'must' is a common way to show politeness and flexibility, leaving room for the other person to express their preference.
中文: 在英語系國家中,使用「could」而非「should」或「must」來提議行程,是一種常見的禮貌與彈性表達方式,這能給對方留有表達個人偏好的空間。
EN: The subordinating conjunction 'because' is used to introduce a dependent clause (adverbial clause of reason) that explains the cause or reason for the action in the main clause.
中文: 從屬連接詞「because」(因為)用於引導副詞子句(原因子句),用以解釋主句動作發生的原因或理由。
We stayed home because it was raining.
我們待在家裡,因為下雨了。
EN: The simple past tense ('chose', 'was') is used to describe completed actions or states in the past. 'Chose' is the irregular past tense form of 'choose'.
中文: 簡單過去式(如 'chose'、'was')用於描述過去已經完成的動作或狀態。其中 'chose' 是動詞 'choose' 的不規則過去式變化。
She chose the red dress for the party.
她選擇了那件紅色的洋裝去參加派對。
EN: Coordinating Conjunctions (and): Used to connect words, phrases, or independent clauses of equal grammatical rank. In this sentence, 'and' connects the verbs 'played' and 'talked', and then connects two independent clauses with a comma.
中文: 對等連接詞 (and):用於連接文法地位相同的單字、片語或獨立子句。在本句中,「and」先連接了動詞「played」與「talked」,接著用逗號連接了兩個獨立的子句。
We cooked dinner and watched a movie, and the evening was perfect.
我們做了晚餐並看了電影,那晚過得很完美。
EN: Idiomatic Phrasal Verb (fly by): 'Fly by' is an idiom meaning to pass very quickly, commonly used to describe time.
中文: 片語動詞 (fly by):這是一個片語,意思是「飛逝、過得飛快」,通常用來形容時間流逝得很快。
The summer holidays always fly by too quickly.
暑假總是過得太快。
EN: The expression 'time flies' (or 'time flew by') is a very common idiom in English, originating from the Latin phrase 'tempus fugit'. It is universally used to express how quickly time seems to pass when one is having fun or is very busy.
中文: 英文中的「time flies」(或本句中的過去式「time flew by」)是一個非常常見的成語,源自拉丁語「tempus fugit」(光陰似箭)。當人們玩得開心或非常忙碌,感覺時間過得特別快時,全世界都會通用這個表達方式。
EN: The verb 'feel' is a linking verb (copular verb) that is followed by an adjective (tired) to describe the subject's state, rather than an adverb.
中文: 連繫動詞(Linking Verb)的用法:動詞 'feel'(感覺)後面接形容詞(tired)來描述主詞的狀態,而非接副詞。
She felt happy after hearing the good news.
聽到好消息後,她感到很開心。
EN: The coordinating conjunction 'but' is used to connect two independent clauses that show a contrast or conflict.
中文: 對等連接詞 'but'(但是)的用法:用來連接兩個表示對比或轉折的獨立子句。
He wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.
他想去散步,但是開始下雨了。
EN: The subordinating conjunction 'because' is used to introduce a clause of reason. It connects the main action (buying ice cream) with the cause or reason (the hot afternoon). When the 'because' clause comes second, no comma is needed before it.
中文: 從屬連接詞「because」(因為)用於引導表示原因的從屬子句。它將主要動作(買冰淇淋)與原因(炎熱的下午)連接起來。當「because」引導的子句放在主要子句後面時,前面通常不需要加逗號。
We stayed indoors because it was raining.
我們待在室內,因為下雨了。
EN: The simple past tense ('bought', 'was') is used to describe completed actions and states in the past. 'Bought' is the irregular past tense of 'buy', and 'was' is the past tense of the linking verb 'be' for singular subjects.
中文: 簡單過去式(如 'bought'、'was')用於描述過去已經完成的動作或狀態。「Bought」是動詞「buy」的不規則過去式,而「was」是單數主詞所對應的 be 動詞過去式。
She sold her car because she needed money.
她賣掉了她的車,因為她需要錢。
EN: The subject of this sentence is 'A simple day with friends'. The core noun is 'day' (singular), which is modified by the adjective 'simple' and the prepositional phrase 'with friends'. Because the core noun 'day' is singular, it takes the singular verb 'is', despite the plural noun 'friends' appearing right before it. This is a key rule of Subject-Verb Agreement.
中文: 本句的主詞是「A simple day with friends」(與朋友度過簡單的一天)。核心名詞是單數的「day」,由形容詞「simple」和介系詞片語「with friends」所修飾。因為核心名詞「day」是單數,所以動詞使用單數的「is」,儘管緊鄰動詞的前面出現了複數名詞「friends」。這是「主詞與動詞一致性」的重要規則。
A basket of fresh apples is on the kitchen table.
一籃新鮮的蘋果在廚房的桌子上。
EN: The verb 'is' acts as a linking verb (copula) connecting the subject to the subject complements 'special' and 'sweet'. Subject complements are adjectives that describe or define the subject. Here, the coordinating conjunction 'and' links the two adjectives together.
中文: 動詞「is」在此作為連繫動詞(Linking Verb),用來連接主詞與主詞補語「special」和「sweet」。主詞補語是用來修飾或定義主詞的形容詞。在此處,對等連接詞「and」將這兩個形容詞連接在一起。
The weather today is warm and sunny.
今天的天氣溫暖且晴朗。
EN: The structure 'want to + verb' (infinitive) is used to express desire or intention. In questions, the auxiliary verb 'do' is placed at the beginning of the sentence for simple present tense.
中文: 「want to + 動詞原型(不定詞)」結構用於表達意願或意圖。在現在簡單式的疑問句中,助動詞「do」會置於句首。
Do you want to watch a movie tonight?
你今天晚上想看電影嗎?
EN: The coordinating conjunction 'or' is used to connect two alternatives. In this sentence, it connects 'chess' and 'cards' as choices for the game.
中文: 對等連接詞「or」(或者)用於連接兩個選擇。在本句中,它連接了「chess」(西洋棋)與「cards」(紙牌)作為遊戲的選項。
Would you like tea or coffee?
你想要茶還是咖啡?
EN: In Western culture, board games like chess and card games are very common social activities for friends and family to bond. Asking 'Do you want to play...?' is a standard, friendly way to suggest a casual activity.
中文: 在西方文化中,像西洋棋這樣的桌遊和紙牌遊戲是朋友與家人聚會時非常常見的社交活動。詢問「Do you want to play...?」是提議休閒活動時非常標準且友善的表達方式。
EN: The coordinating conjunction 'but' is used to connect two independent clauses that show contrast. It is preceded by a comma when connecting two complete sentences.
中文: 對等連接詞「but」(但是)用於連接兩個表示對比的獨立子句。當連接兩個完整的句子時,前面通常會加上逗號。
I want to go to the party, but I have to study.
我想去參加派對,但我必須讀書。
EN: The phrase 'be good at' is used to express proficiency in an activity. In negative sentences, 'not very good (at...)' is a polite and common way to say one lacks skill in something, often omitting 'at' when the context is clear.
中文: 片語「be good at」用來表示擅長某項活動。在否定句中,「not very good (at...)」(不是很擅長)是一種禮貌且常見的表達方式,當上下文語意清楚時,介系詞「at」常可省略。
She is not very good at cooking.
她不是很擅長下廚。
EN: In English-speaking cultures, saying 'I am not very good' is a common, polite, and humble way to accept an invitation to play a game or sport without setting expectations too high. It invites encouragement from the other person.
中文: 在英語系國家中,說「I am not very good」(我不是很擅長)是一種常見、禮貌且謙虛的說法。當接受他人邀請參與遊戲或運動時,這樣說可以避免對方期望過高,同時也常能引導出對方給予鼓勵的回應。
EN: The coordinating conjunction 'and' is used to connect two independent clauses (complete thoughts) that are closely related, showing addition or a logical sequence of events.
中文: 對等連接詞「and」用於連接兩個關係密切的獨立子句(完整表達意思的句子),表示遞進、補充或邏輯上的先後順序。
She studied hard, and she passed the exam easily.
她努力讀書,而且輕鬆通過了考試。
EN: The modal verb 'can' is used here to express ability or possibility in the present or future, followed by the base form of the verb (bare infinitive).
中文: 情態助動詞「can」在此處用於表示現在或未來的能力或可能性,後面接動詞原形。
We can help you with your homework tomorrow.
我們明天可以幫你做功課。
EN: In English-speaking cultures, offering encouragement like 'you will learn fast' is a common way to build confidence and show hospitality to beginners, emphasizing that the activity is accessible and welcoming.
中文: 在英語系國家的文化中,對新手說「you will learn fast」(你很快就能學會)是一種非常常見的鼓勵方式,旨在建立對方的信心並展現熱情友好,強調該活動並不難上手且非常歡迎新人的加入。
EN: The coordinating conjunction 'so' is used to connect two independent clauses, showing a cause-and-effect relationship. The first clause ('I am hungry') is the cause, and the second clause ('let's make some snacks') is the result.
中文: 對等連接詞「so」(所以)用於連接兩個獨立子句,表示因果關係。第一個子句「I am hungry」(我餓了)是原因,第二個子句「let's make some snacks」(我們來做點點心吧)是結果。
It was raining, so we stayed indoors.
下雨了,所以我們待在室內。
EN: 'Let's' is a contraction of 'let us', which is followed by the base form of a verb (bare infinitive) to make a suggestion or proposal to a group that includes the speaker.
中文: 「Let's」是「let us」的縮寫,後面接動詞原形,用於向包含說話者在內的群體提出建議或提議。
Let's go for a walk in the park.
我們去公園散步吧。
EN: In English-speaking cultures, 'snacks' often refers to small portions of food eaten between meals, such as cookies, chips, fruit, or toast. Suggesting to 'make some snacks' is a very common, casual way to show hospitality or share a quick bite with friends.
中文: 在英語系國家中,「snacks」(點心/零食)通常指兩餐之間吃的小份食物,例如餅乾、洋芋片、水果或吐司。提議「make some snacks」是一種非常常見且隨性的方式,用來展現熱情或與朋友分享簡單的食物。
EN: The coordinating conjunction 'or' is used to connect two independent clauses (complete thoughts) to present an alternative or choice. When connecting two independent clauses, a comma is typically placed before 'or'.
中文: 對等連接詞「or」(或者)用於連接兩個獨立子句(完整的想法),以表示選擇或替代方案。當連接兩個獨立子句時,通常會在「or」之前加上逗號。
We can watch a movie at home, or we can go to the theater.
我們可以在家看電影,或者我們可以去電影院。
EN: The modal verb 'can' is used here to express possibility or to make a suggestion. It is followed by the base form of the verb ('order').
中文: 情態助動詞「can」在此處用於表示可能性或提出建議。其後須接原形動詞(在此為「order」)。
You can borrow my book if you like.
如果你喜歡的話,可以借我的書。
EN: In Western culture, 'bread and jam' is a very common, simple, and quick snack or breakfast option found in almost every household. Ordering pizza, on the other hand, is a popular, casual social food often chosen when people want to relax and avoid cooking.
中文: 在西方文化中,「麵包和果醬」(bread and jam)是幾乎每個家庭都有的、非常常見且簡單快速的點心或早餐選擇。而「點披薩」(ordering pizza)則是一種受歡迎且隨性的社交食物,通常在人們想放鬆、不想下廚時點用。
EN: The subordinating conjunction 'because' is used to introduce a clause that gives the reason for something. It connects the main clause ('I want pizza') with the subordinate clause ('I am really hungry') to show cause and effect.
中文: 從屬連接詞「because」(因為)用於引導表示原因的從屬子句。它將主要子句(「I want pizza」)與從屬子句(「I am really hungry」)連接起來,以呈現因果關係。
She stayed at home because it was raining.
她待在家裡,因為下雨了。
EN: The adverb 'really' is used as an intensifier before adjectives (like 'hungry') to emphasize the degree or strength of the feeling, meaning 'very' or 'extremely'.
中文: 副詞「really」(真正地/非常)在形容詞(如「hungry」)前作修飾語,用以加強語氣,強調該感覺的程度,相當於「very」或「extremely」。
I am really tired after the long walk.
長途步行後我真的很累。
EN: The coordinating conjunction 'but' is used to connect two independent clauses (complete sentences) that show contrast. It is preceded by a comma when connecting two independent clauses.
中文: 對等連接詞「but」(但是)用於連接兩個表示對比的獨立子句(完整句子)。當連接兩個獨立子句時,前面通常會加上逗號。
I wanted to go for a walk, but it started to rain.
我想去散步,但開始下雨了。
EN: The adverb 'still' is used to describe an ongoing situation that has not changed, often placed before the main verb or after the 'be' verb.
中文: 副詞「still」(仍然、還是)用於描述某個持續進行且未改變的情況,通常放在主要動詞之前或 be 動詞之後。
She is still working on her project.
她仍然在做她的專案。
EN: The structure 'Let's + base verb' (short for 'Let us') is used to make a suggestion or proposal that includes the speaker. It is followed by the base form of the verb without 'to'.
中文: 「Let's + 原形動詞」(為 Let us 的縮寫)用於提出包含說話者在內的建議或提議。後面接不帶 to 的動詞原形。
Let's grab a cup of coffee before the meeting starts.
我們在會議開始前去喝杯咖啡吧。
EN: The coordinating conjunction 'and' is used here to connect two sequential actions in the imperative form: 'finish this round' and 'then go home'. 'Then' acts as an adverb indicating sequence.
中文: 對等連接詞「and」在此處用於連接兩個祈使句結構的連續動作:「finish this round」(玩完這一局)與「then go home」(然後回家)。其中的「then」作為副詞,表示動作的先後順序。
Clean your room and then you can play video games.
先整理你的房間,然後你就可以玩電子遊戲了。
EN: In board games, sports, or video games, the word 'round' refers to a single stage or game cycle. Using 'Let's finish this round' is a polite and common way to signal that you want to stop playing soon without abruptly quitting in the middle of the activity.
中文: 在桌遊、運動或電子遊戲中,「round」指的是單一回合或局數。使用「Let's finish this round」是一種禮貌且常見的表達方式,暗示你很快就要結束活動,而不是在遊戲進行到一半時突然退出,非常符合社交禮儀。
EN: The phrase 'because of' is a compound preposition used to introduce the reason for something. Unlike 'because' (which is a conjunction followed by a subject and a verb), 'because of' must be followed by a noun, pronoun, or gerund.
中文: 「because of」是一個介係詞片語,用來引出某事的原因。與後面接主詞和動詞的連接詞「because」不同,「because of」後面必須接名詞、代名詞或動名詞。
We cancelled the picnic because of the rain.
因為下雨,我們取消了野餐。
EN: The phrase 'you all' (or 'all of you') is used to address a group of people. It clarifies that the pronoun 'you' is plural rather than singular.
中文: 「you all」(或 all of you)用於稱呼一群人。它明確指出代名詞「you」在此處是複數(你們大家),而非單數(你)。
Thank you all for coming to my party.
謝謝你們大家來參加我的派對。
EN: In English-speaking cultures, expressing gratitude to a group after an event or gathering is highly valued. Using 'you all' (or the colloquial 'y'all' in the Southern US) makes the appreciation feel warm, inclusive, and personal.
中文: 在英語系國家中,活動或聚會結束後向群體表達感謝是非常重要的社交禮儀。使用「you all」(在美國南方常口語化為 y'all)能讓這份感謝顯得溫暖、包容且具親和力。
EN: The verb 'make' can be used as a causative verb in the structure 'make + object + adjective'. This indicates that the object is caused to enter the state described by the adjective. Here, 'better and brighter' function as object complements describing the state of 'every game'.
中文: 動詞「make」可作為使役動詞,使用「make + 受詞 + 形容詞」的結構。這表示使受詞進入該形容詞所描述的狀態。在此處,「better and brighter」(更好、更精彩)作為受詞補語,用來修飾受詞「every game」(每場遊戲)。
Music makes me happy.
音樂讓我感到快樂。
EN: The word 'every' is a determiner used before singular countable nouns ('game') to refer to all members of a group. Even though it refers to multiple things collectively, it always takes a singular noun.
中文: 單字「every」是限定詞,用於單數可數名詞(如本句中的 game)之前,用來指代群體中的每一個成員。雖然它在概念上指多個事物,但語法上後面必須接單數名詞。
Every student has a book.
每個學生都有一本書。
EN: In English-speaking cultures, the word 'bright' is often used metaphorically to mean cheerful, promising, or full of hope and joy, rather than just emitting light. Saying a game is 'brighter' means it becomes more lively, fun, and memorable.
中文: 在英語系國家中,「bright」一詞常用作比喻,表示「愉快的、有希望的、充滿喜悅的」,而不僅僅是指物理上的光亮。說一場遊戲變得「brighter」,意思是它變得更加熱鬧、有趣且令人難忘。
重要單字附有 IPA 發音、定義、例句和互動式測驗。
在本文中: 放鬆、休息,減少身體或精神上的緊張狀態
在本文中: 愉快地、高興地
在本文中: 同意、贊同(他人提出的建議或看法)
在本文中: 簡單的、樸素的、不複雜的
在本文中: 特別的、獨特的、有特殊意義的
在本文中: 溫馨的、甜美的、令人愉快的
在本文中: 點心、零食
在本文中: 更明亮的、更美好的、更快樂的
片語包含類型標示、雙語定義、用法說明和例句。
Time passed very quickly.
時光飛逝、時間過得很快
To stop sleeping and become aware.
醒來、起床
To return to one's house or place of residence.
回家
To enjoy oneself very much.
玩得很開心、度過美好的時光