EN： The Present Simple Passive Voice (is/are + past participle) is used to describe facts, general truths, or processes where the doer of the action is obvious, unknown, or less important than the action itself. Here, 'is grown' indicates that rice undergoes the action of being cultivated.
中文： 現在簡單式的被動語態（is/are + 過去分詞）用於描述事實、普遍真理或過程，此時動作的執行者通常是顯而易見的、未知的，或者不如動作本身重要。在這裡，「is grown」表示稻米接受「被種植」的動作。
Tea is grown on the hillsides of Taiwan.
台灣的山坡地上種植茶葉。
EN： The prepositional phrase 'in many parts of' is used to describe a widespread distribution across various regions of a larger geographical area.
中文： 介系詞片語「in many parts of」（在許多地方）用於描述在一個較大地理區域內的多個地區廣泛分佈的情況。
Wheat is harvested in many parts of Europe.
歐洲的許多地方都收割小麥。
EN： Rice is the staple food for more than half of the world's population, particularly in Asia. The wet-rice cultivation method (paddy farming) has shaped the landscape, social structures, and cultural traditions of many Asian countries for thousands of years.
中文： 稻米是世界上超過一半人口的主食，特別是在亞洲。數千年來，水稻種植法（稻田耕作）形塑了許多亞洲國家的地貌、社會結構和文化傳統。
EN： The Present Simple Passive (am/is/are + past participle) is used to describe facts, general truths, or regular processes where the action is more important than the person performing it.
中文： 現在簡單式的被動語態（am/is/are + 過去分詞）用於描述事實、普遍真理或規律性的過程，此時動作本身比執行動作的人更為重要。
Coffee beans are harvested in autumn.
咖啡豆是在秋天收穫的。
EN： The adverbial phrase 'by hand' is used to describe an action done manually using physical effort, rather than using machines.
中文： 副詞片語「by hand」（手工地）用於描述透過人力親自完成的動作，而非使用機器。
EN： In many tea-producing regions of Asia, high-quality tea leaves are still harvested by hand to ensure only the finest top leaves and buds are selected, preserving the traditional craftsmanship of tea making.
中文： 在亞洲的許多產茶區，高品質的茶葉至今仍堅持手工採摘，以確保只挑選出最優質的頂端嫩葉與茶芽，這展現了對傳統製茶工藝的堅持與傳承。
EN： The Present Simple Passive Voice (is/are + past participle) is used to describe regular actions, facts, or routines where the person performing the action is obvious, unimportant, or unknown. In this sentence, 'is baked' focuses on the bread itself rather than the baker.
中文： 現在簡單式的被動語態（is/are + 過去分詞）用於描述規律發生的動作、事實或例行公事，此時執行動作的人通常是顯而易見、不重要或未知的。在此句子中，「is baked」（被烘焙）將焦點放在麵包本身，而非烘焙師。
Letters are delivered to our office every afternoon.
信件每天下午都會被送到我們的辦公室。
EN： The word 'fresh' is used here as a flat adverb (an adverb that has the same form as its corresponding adjective) meaning 'newly' or 'recently'. It directly modifies the participle 'baked' to describe the state of the bread when the action occurs.
中文： 「fresh」在此處用作無尾副詞（與對應形容詞同形的副詞），意思是「新鮮地」或「剛…地」。它直接修飾分詞「baked」，用來描述動作發生時麵包的狀態。
The flowers were cut fresh from the garden.
這些花是剛從花園裡新鮮剪下來的。
EN： In many Western cultures, buying freshly baked bread daily from a local bakery (or baking it at home) is a deeply rooted morning tradition, representing comfort, warmth, and the start of a new day.
中文： 在許多西方文化中，每天早上從當地的麵包店購買新鮮烘焙的麵包（或在家自製）是一項根深蒂固的晨間傳統，象徵著溫馨、溫暖以及新一天的開始。
EN： The Present Simple Passive Voice is used to describe facts, general truths, or regular actions when the agent (the person or thing doing the action) is obvious, unknown, or less important than the action itself. It is formed using 'am/is/are' + past participle (V3).
中文： 現在簡單式的被動語態（Present Simple Passive Voice）用於描述事實、普遍真理或規律發生的動作。當動作的執行者很明顯、未知或不如動作本身重要時，會使用此句型。其結構為「am/is/are + 過去分詞 (V3)」。
Coffee is grown in Brazil.
咖啡是在巴西種植的。
EN： The preposition 'on' is used with 'farm' (on a farm / on local farms) to indicate location, as a farm is considered an open area of land.
中文： 介系詞 'on' 與 'farm'（農場）連用（例如 on a farm 或 on local farms）來表示地點，因為農場在英文中被視為一片開闊的土地。
EN： In many English-speaking countries, there is a strong consumer preference for supporting 'local farms' and buying locally produced dairy and agriculture. This is associated with freshness, reducing carbon footprints (food miles), and supporting the local economy.
中文： 在許多英語系國家，消費者非常偏好支持「當地農場」（local farms）並購買在地生產的乳製品與農產品。這通常與追求新鮮度、減少碳足跡（食物里程）以及支持地方經濟的觀念緊密相關。
EN： The passive voice is used when the focus is on the action or the receiver of the action, rather than the doer. It is formed using 'be + past participle (V3)'. In this sentence, 'is made' is the present simple passive voice.
中文： 被動語態（Passive Voice）用於當焦點在於動作本身或動作的接受者，而非執行者時。其結構為「be 動詞 + 過去分詞 (V3)」。在本句中，「is made」為現在簡單式的被動語態。
This book is written in English.
這本書是用英文寫的。
EN： The prepositional phrase 'be made from' is used when a substance is transformed into something else, and the original raw material is no longer visible or has changed its form (chemical or physical transformation). In contrast, 'be made of' is used when the original material is still recognizable.
中文： 介系詞片語「be made from」用於某種原料被轉化為另一種物質，且原本的原材料已無法直接辨識或已改變其形態（化學或物理轉變）。相比之下，「be made of」則用於原材料依然清晰可辨的情況。
Paper is made from wood.
紙是用木頭製成的。
EN： In Western culinary culture, cheese is classified by its source of milk (cow, goat, or sheep). Goat cheese (often referred to as 'chèvre' in French) has a distinct, tart flavor and is highly popular in Mediterranean and European cuisines.
中文： 在西方飲食文化中，起司通常依其奶源（牛奶、山羊奶或綿羊奶）進行分類。山羊起司（在法語中常被稱為「chèvre」）具有獨特且微酸的風味，在地中海及歐洲料理中非常受歡迎。
EN： The Present Simple Passive Voice (am/is/are + past participle) is used to describe actions where the focus is on the action itself or the receiver of the action, rather than who performs it. In this sentence, 'are washed' and 'are sold' are passive forms because the vegetables do not wash or sell themselves.
中文： 現在簡單式的被動語態（am/is/are + 過去分詞）用於描述動作本身或動作的接受者，而非動作的執行者。在本句中，「are washed」（被清洗）和「are sold」（被販售）皆為被動形式，因為蔬菜不會自己清洗或販售。
The letters are delivered every afternoon.
信件每天下午都會被送達。
EN： The subordinating conjunction 'before' is used to connect two clauses, indicating that the action in the main clause happens prior to the action in the subordinate clause. In this sentence, 'before' introduces the adverbial clause of time 'before they are sold'.
中文： 從屬連接詞「before」（在...之前）用於連接兩個子句，表示主句的動作發生在從屬子句的動作之前。在本句中，「before」引導了時間副詞子句「before they are sold」（在它們被販售之前）。
Please wash your hands before you eat.
吃東西前請先洗手。
EN： Present Simple Passive Voice: Formed with 'am/is/are + past participle'. It is used when the focus is on the action or the receiver of the action (the fruit), rather than who performs the action.
中文： 現在簡單式的被動語態：由「am/is/are + 過去分詞」構成。當說話焦點在於動作本身或動作的接受者（此處為水果），而非動作的執行者時使用。
The letters are delivered every afternoon.
信件每天下午都會被送達。
EN： Adverb Placement: The adverb 'carefully' is placed at the end of the sentence to describe the manner in which the action (is packed) is performed.
中文： 副詞的位置：副詞「carefully」（小心翼翼地）放在句尾，用來修飾動作（is packed，被包裝）進行的方式。
The glass was handled gently.
玻璃杯被輕柔地拿取。
EN： The passive voice (be + past participle) is used when the focus is on the action or the receiver of the action, rather than the doer. In this sentence, 'are dried' is the present simple passive, showing a general fact or regular process.
中文： 被動語態（be 動詞 + 過去分詞）用於當焦點在於動作本身或動作的接受者，而非執行者時。在本句中，「are dried」是現在簡單式的被動語態，用來表示一個普遍的事實或常規步驟。
The tea leaves are harvested in spring.
茶葉是在春天收割的。
EN： The prepositional phrase 'under the sun' acts as an adverbial of place/manner, indicating the location or condition under which the action of drying takes place.
中文： 介系詞片語「under the sun」（在陽光下）在此作為地方或方式副詞片語，用來指示「曬乾」這一動作發生的地點或條件。
The wet clothes were hung under the sun.
濕衣服被掛在陽光下晾曬。
EN： Sun-drying is a traditional and natural method of processing coffee beans, often associated with 'natural' or 'dry process' coffees, which tend to have a sweeter and fruitier flavor profile compared to wet-processed beans.
中文： 日曬法（Sun-drying）是一種傳統且天然的咖啡豆處理方式，通常與「日曬處理法」相關。與水洗處理法的咖啡豆相比，日曬豆往往具有更甜、更豐富的水果風味。
EN： Passive Voice (Past Simple): Used to focus on the action or the receiver of the action rather than the doer. It is formed with 'was/were' + past participle (V3).
中文： 過去簡單式的被動語態：用於強調動作本身或動作的接受者，而非執行者。其結構為「was/were + 過去分詞 (V3)」。
The letters were written by Mary.
這些信是瑪麗寫的。
EN： Prepositional Phrase 'by hand': An idiomatic phrase meaning made or done by a person using their hands, rather than by a machine.
中文： 介系詞片語「by hand」：慣用語，表示「手工地」或「用手做地」，而非使用機器生產。
This sweater was knitted by hand.
這件毛衣是手工織的。
EN： In English-speaking countries, 'made by hand' or 'handmade' often carries a connotation of high quality, care, and premium value, contrasting with mass-produced factory goods.
中文： 在英語系國家中，「made by hand」（手工製作）或「handmade」通常帶有高品質、用心和高價值的意涵，與工廠大量生產 reduction 的商品形成對比。
EN： The passive voice (be + past participle) is used when the focus is on the action or the receiver of the action, rather than the doer. Here, 'is collected' emphasizes the process of gathering honey.
中文： 被動語態（be 動詞 + 過去分詞）用於當焦點在於動作本身或動作的接受者，而非執行者時。在這裡，「is collected」（被收集）強調了採集蜂蜜的過程。
The mail is delivered every afternoon.
信件每天下午都會被送達。
EN： The preposition 'from' is used to indicate the source or origin of something. In this sentence, it shows that the busy bees are the source of the honey.
中文： 介係詞「from」用於表示事物的來源或起點。在本句中，它指出忙碌的蜜蜂是蜂蜜的來源。
We get fresh milk from local farms.
我們從當地的農場獲得新鮮的牛奶。
EN： The phrase 'busy bee' is a common English idiom used to describe someone who is very active and hardworking. This sentence plays on that literal and figurative association, as bees are famously industrious creatures.
中文： 英文片語「busy bee」（忙碌的蜜蜂）是一個常見的慣用語，用來形容某人非常活躍且勤奮。這句話結合了字面與比喻的關聯，因為蜜蜂是眾所皆知勤勞的生物。
EN： The passive voice (be + past participle) is used when the focus is on the action or the receiver of the action, rather than the doer. Here, 'is grown' emphasizes the process of cultivating the food.
中文： 被動語態（be 動詞 + 過去分詞）用於當焦點放在動作本身或動作的接受者，而非執行者時。在此處，「is grown」（被栽種）強調了食物栽種的過程。
The grapes are harvested in autumn.
這些葡萄是在秋天收割的。
EN： The prepositional phrase 'with + noun' is used to describe the manner in which an action is performed, functioning as an adverbial modifier.
中文： 介系詞片語「with + 名詞」用於描述動作進行的方式，在此處作為副詞修飾語，表示「以...的方式/帶著...」。
She painted the canvas with great passion.
她帶著極大的熱情繪製了這幅畫布。
EN： The phrase 'with great care' reflects a cultural appreciation for craftsmanship, agriculture, and mindful consumption. In many cultures, food is not just fuel but a product of dedication and respect for nature.
中文： 「with great care」（極其用心）這個片語反映了人們對手工藝、農業以及正念飲食的文化尊重。在許多文化中，食物不僅僅是維持生命的燃料，更是對大自然的敬畏與辛勤付出的結晶。
EN： The adverb 'hard' is used here to modify the intransitive verb 'work'. In English, some adverbs have the same form as their corresponding adjectives (known as flat adverbs), and 'hard' is one of them. It means with great energy or effort.
中文： 副詞「hard」（努力地、辛苦地）在此處用來修飾不及物動詞「work」（工作）。在英文中，有些副詞的形式與其對應的形容詞相同（稱為無尾副詞），「hard」就是其中之一，表示付出極大的能量或努力。
She works hard to support her family.
她努力工作以扶養家庭。
EN： The preposition 'for' is used to indicate purpose, reason, or the recipient of an action. In this sentence, 'for our meals' shows the purpose or beneficiary of the farmers' hard work.
中文： 介係詞「for」在此處用於表示目的、原因或動作的受益者。在本句中，「for our meals」（為了我們的膳食）指出了農夫辛勤工作的目的或受益對象。
We should thank them for their help.
我們應該因他們的幫助而感謝他們。
EN： This sentence reflects a universal appreciation for agriculture and the labor involved in food production, emphasizing the connection between daily meals and the hard work of farmers.
中文： 這句話反映了人們對農業及食物生產背後勞動的普遍感恩，強調了我們日常膳食與農夫辛勤工作之間的緊密連結。
EN： The Present Perfect Tense (have + past participle) is used here with 'ever' to ask about life experiences up to the present moment.
中文： 現在完成式（have + 過去分詞）在此與 'ever'（曾經）連用，用來詢問截至目前為止的人生經驗。
Have you ever visited a chocolate factory?
你曾參觀過巧克力工廠嗎？
EN： An indirect question (noun clause) 'how our food is made' functions as the object of the verb 'wondered'. It uses statement word order (subject + verb) rather than question word order.
中文： 間接問句（名詞子句）'how our food is made' 作為動詞 'wondered' 的賓語。它使用陳述句語序（主詞 + 動詞），而非疑問句語序。
Do you know where they grow these apples?
你知道他們在哪裡種植這些蘋果嗎？
EN： In modern society, there is a growing movement toward food traceability and understanding farm-to-table processes, making this question highly relevant to contemporary consumers.
中文： 在現代社會中，人們越來越重視食品可追溯性並關注「從農場到餐桌」的過程，這使得這個問題與當代消費者息息相關。
EN： The Present Simple Passive Voice (am/is/are + past participle) is used to describe facts, general truths, or processes where the doer of the action is obvious, unknown, or less important than the action itself. Here, 'is grown' focuses on the rice being cultivated.
中文： 現在簡單式的被動語態（am/is/are + 過去分詞）用於描述事實、普遍真理或過程，此時動作的執行者通常是顯而易見的、未知的，或者不如動作本身重要。在這裡，「is grown」（被種植）強調的是稻米被耕作的過程。
Tea is grown on the hillsides of Taiwan.
茶葉是在台灣的山坡上種植的。
EN： The preposition 'across' is used to describe movement or distribution throughout a wide area or in many parts of a country, region, or continent.
中文： 介係詞「across」用於描述在某個國家、地區或洲等廣大區域內的移動或分佈（遍及、在...各地）。
This traditional festival is celebrated across Asia.
這個傳統節日遍及亞洲各地都有慶祝活動。
EN： Wet-rice cultivation (paddy farming) in flooded fields is a signature agricultural landscape and a cornerstone of food security and culture across many Asian countries.
中文： 在水淹稻田（水稻田）中進行的水稻耕作是亞洲許多國家的標誌性農業景觀，也是糧食安全和文化的重要基石。
EN： Passive Voice (be + past participle) is used when the focus is on the action or the receiver of the action, rather than the doer. Here, 'are dried' and '[are] packed' are passive verbs describing what happens to 'the grains'.
中文： 被動語態（be 動詞 + 過去分詞）用於當焦點在於動作本身或動作的接受者，而非執行者時。在此句中，「are dried」（被烘乾）與「[are] packed」（被裝袋）皆為被動語態動詞，用來描述「穀物」所經歷的過程。
The letters are sorted and then delivered to each office.
信件被分類，然後送到各個辦公室。
EN： Ellipsis in Coordinate Clauses: When two passive verbs share the same subject ('the grains') and auxiliary verb ('are'), the auxiliary verb can be omitted in the second clause to avoid repetition (e.g., 'and then [are] packed').
中文： 對等子句中的省略：當兩個被動語態動詞共享同一個主詞（the grains）與助動詞（are）時，第二個子句中的助動詞可以省略以避免重複（例如：and then [are] packed）。
The apples are washed and then sliced into small pieces.
蘋果被清洗，然後切成小塊。
EN： Present Simple Passive Voice: Formed with 'am/is/are + past participle'. It is used when the action itself or the receiver of the action is more important than the doer.
中文： 現在簡單式的被動語態：由「am/is/are + 過去分詞」構成。當動作本身或動作的接受者比執行者更重要時，會使用此句型。
The mail is delivered every afternoon.
信件每天下午都會被遞送。
EN： Prepositional Phrase of Manner ('by hand'): Used to describe how an action is performed, specifically indicating manual labor without the use of machinery.
中文： 表示方式的介係詞片語（by hand）：用來描述動作是如何進行的，特別是指用手工而非機器進行的勞動。
These beautiful rugs were woven by hand.
這些美麗的地毯是用手工編織的。
EN： In many traditional tea-producing regions across Asia, high-quality tea leaves are still harvested by hand rather than by machines. This labor-intensive process ensures that only the youngest and most tender leaves (usually the bud and the top two leaves) are selected, which is crucial for producing premium tea.
中文： 在亞洲許多傳統的產茶地區，高品質的茶葉至今仍是用手工採摘，而非使用機器。這種勞力密集型的過程能確保只挑選出最年輕、最嫩的葉子（通常是頂芽和最上面的兩片葉子），這對於生產優質茶葉至關重要。
EN： Passive Voice (be + past participle): Used when the focus is on the action or the receiver of the action, rather than the doer. Here, 'are rolled and dried' shows what happens to the tea leaves.
中文： 被動語態（be 動詞 + 過去分詞）：當焦點在於動作本身或動作的接受者，而非執行者時使用。在此處，「are rolled and dried」（被揉捻與烘乾）表示茶葉所經歷的處理過程。
The grapes are harvested and pressed to make wine.
葡萄被採收並壓榨以釀造葡萄酒。
EN： Infinitive of Purpose (to + verb): Used to express the reason or purpose for doing something, equivalent to 'in order to'.
中文： 不定詞表示目的（to + 動詞原形）：用於表達做某事的原因或目的，相當於「為了……」。
She wakes up early to exercise before work.
她早起是為了在上班前運動。
EN： The sentence describes the traditional orthodox method of tea processing, which involves rolling (to bruise the leaves and release flavorful juices) and drying (to stop oxidation). This highlights the craftsmanship involved in tea production, which is highly valued in many Asian cultures.
中文： 此句描述了傳統茶葉加工的「揉捻」與「乾燥」工序。揉捻能破壞茶葉細胞以釋放茶汁與香氣，而乾燥則能停止發酵。這展現了茶葉製作的手工藝價值，這在許多亞洲茶文化中都極受重視。
EN： The Present Simple Passive Voice (is/are + past participle) is used to describe regular actions, habits, or general truths when the focus is on the action or the receiver of the action, rather than who performs it.
中文： 現在簡單式的被動語態（is/are + 過去分詞）用於描述規律性的動作、習慣或客觀事實。當我們想把焦點放在動作本身或接受動作的對象，而非執行者時，會使用此結構。
Letters are delivered to the office every afternoon.
信件每天下午都會被送到辦公室。
EN： Adverbial phrases of time and place are often placed at the end of a sentence. When both are present, the adverbial of place ('in ovens') usually precedes the adverbial of time ('early each day').
中文： 地方與時間的副詞片語通常放在句子後半部。當兩者同時出現時，通常會先放地方副詞（in ovens），再放時間副詞（early each day）。
The children play in the park after school.
孩子們放學後在公園裡玩耍。
EN： In many Western cultures, bakeries operate very early in the morning so that fresh bread, a daily staple, is ready for customers at breakfast time. This routine is a classic symbol of local community life.
中文： 在許多西方文化中，麵包店在清晨很早就開始營業，以便在早餐時間為顧客提供新鮮的麵包（日常主食）。這種作息是當地社區生活的一個經典象徵。
EN： Passive Voice (be + past participle): Used when the focus is on the action or the receiver of the action, rather than the doer. In this sentence, 'is collected' and '(is) tested' are passive verbs sharing the same subject 'Milk'.
中文： 被動語態（be 動詞 + 過去分詞）：當焦點在於動作本身或動作的接受者，而非執行者時使用。在本句中，「is collected」（被收集）與「(is) tested」（被檢測）皆為被動語態動詞，共用同一個主詞「Milk」（牛奶）。
The letters are delivered by the mail carrier every afternoon.
信件每天下午由郵差遞送。
EN： Ellipsis in Coordinate Clauses: When two clauses with the same subject and auxiliary verb are joined by a conjunction like 'and', the repeated subject and auxiliary verb ('is' in this case) can be omitted in the second clause to avoid repetition.
中文： 對等子句中的省略：當兩個擁有相同主詞與助動詞（或 be 動詞）的子句由對等連接詞（如 'and'）連接時，第二個子句中重複的主詞與助動詞（本句中為 'is'）可以省略，以避免贅述。
The food was prepared with care and served to the guests.
食物是精心準備並端給客人的。
EN： Passive Voice (be + past participle): Used when the focus is on the action or the receiver of the action, rather than the doer. In this sentence, 'are grown' and '[are] sold' are passive verbs describing what happens to 'many fruits'.
中文： 被動語態（be 動詞 + 過去分詞）：當說話重點在於動作本身或動作的接受者，而非執行者時使用。在本句中，「are grown」（被種植）與「[are] sold」（被販售）為被動語態動詞，用來描述「many fruits」（許多水果）所經歷的動作。
These books are printed in Taiwan.
這些書是在台灣印刷的。
EN： Ellipsis in Coordinate Clauses: When two passive verbs share the same subject and auxiliary verb ('are'), the auxiliary verb can be omitted in the second clause to avoid repetition (e.g., 'are grown... and [are] sold').
中文： 對等子句中的省略：當兩個被動語態動詞共享同一個主詞與助動詞（are）時，第二個子句中的助動詞可以省略以避免重複（例如：'are grown... and [are] sold'）。
The letters were written and mailed yesterday.
那些信件是昨天寫好並寄出的。
EN： In English-speaking countries, buying food 'locally' at 'farmers' markets' is highly valued as a sustainable, eco-friendly lifestyle choice that supports local farmers and ensures freshness.
中文： 在英語系國家，在「農夫市集（farmers' markets）」購買「當地（locally）」種植的食物被視為一種極具價值的永續、環保生活方式，這不僅能支持在地農民，也能確保食材的新鮮度。
EN： The passive voice is used to focus on the person or thing affected by the action. It is formed with 'be + past participle' (is produced). The agent (the doer of the action) is introduced with the preposition 'by'.
中文： 被動語態（Passive Voice）用於將焦點放在承受動作的人或事物上。其結構為「be 動詞 + 過去分詞」（is produced）。執行動作的主體（施動者）則由介系詞「by」引導。
This beautiful song was written by a young musician.
這首優美的歌曲是由一位年輕的音樂家所創作的。
EN： The word 'hardworking' is a compound adjective formed by combining the adverb 'hard' and the present participle 'working'. It is used before a noun to describe someone who puts a lot of effort into their work.
中文： 「hardworking」是一個複合形容詞，由副詞「hard」（努力地）與現在分詞「working」（工作）組合而成。常用於名詞前，用來形容某人工作非常勤奮、努力。
The hardworking students passed the exam with flying colors.
那些勤奮的學生以優異的成績通過了考試。
EN： This sentence reflects a growing global awareness and appreciation for the agricultural supply chain and the labor-intensive process of food production. In many cultures, there is an increasing emphasis on supporting local farmers and acknowledging the hard work of those who provide our daily meals.
中文： 這句話反映了全球對於農業供應鏈以及食物生產勞力密集過程日益增長的關注與感謝。在許多文化中，人們越來越強調支持在地農夫，並感謝那些為我們提供日常飲食而辛勤付出的人們。
EN： The sentence uses the Present Simple Passive Voice ('is grown') to describe a general fact or process where the agent (the person doing the action) is not the main focus. The structure is: Subject + am/is/are + Past Participle (V3).
中文： 本句使用了現在簡單式的被動語態（is grown），用來描述一個普遍的事實或過程，此時動作的執行者並非焦點。結構為：主詞 + am/is/are + 過去分詞 (V3)。
How is tea processed after it is picked?
茶葉被採摘後是如何加工的？
EN： This is an information question (Wh- question) in the passive voice. It begins with the question word 'How', followed by the auxiliary verb 'is', the subject 'rice', and the past participle 'grown'.
中文： 這是一個被動語態的特殊疑問句（Wh- 疑問句）。句首為疑問詞「How」（如何），後面接助動詞「is」、主詞「rice」（稻米）以及過去分詞「grown」（種植）。
Where is coffee grown?
咖啡是在哪裡種植的？
EN： In English conversations, adding the listener's name (like 'Emma') at the end of a question is a common way to make the dialogue feel more personal, friendly, and direct.
中文： 在英語對話中，在問句末尾加上聽者的名字（如「艾瑪」）是一種常見的社交技巧，能讓對話顯得更親切、友善且具針對性。
EN： Passive Voice (Present Simple): Used when the focus is on the action or the receiver of the action, rather than the doer. Formed with 'am/is/are + past participle'.
中文： 現在簡單式的被動語態：當焦點在於動作本身或動作的接受者，而非執行者時使用。結構為「am/is/are + 過去分詞（p.p.）」。
The tea leaves are picked by hand.
茶葉是用手工採摘的。
EN： Agent with 'by': In passive sentences, the person or thing that performs the action (the agent) is introduced using the preposition 'by'.
中文： 使用「by」引介動作執行者：在被動語態中，執行該動作的人或物（施動者）會用介係詞「by」來引導。
This book was written by a famous author.
這本書是由一位著名作家所寫的。
EN： The mention of 'wet fields' (often called paddy fields) refers to the traditional method of growing rice in flooded areas, which is a staple agricultural practice across many Asian countries.
中文： 句中提到的「濕漉漉的田地」（通常指水稻田）指的是在積水區域種植水稻的傳統方法，這是許多亞洲國家最主要的農業耕作方式。
EN： Passive Voice in Questions (Past Simple): To ask a question in the passive voice about a past action, we use the structure 'Was/Were + subject + past participle'. This structure is used when the focus is on the action or the receiver of the action (the bread), rather than who performed it.
中文： 過去簡單式的被動語態疑問句：要針對過去發生的被動動作進行提問，我們使用「Was/Were + 主詞 + 過去分詞」的結構。當焦點在於動作本身或接受動作的對象（麵包），而非動作的執行者時，會使用此結構。
Was this letter written yesterday?
這封信是昨天寫的嗎？
EN： Demonstrative Adjectives: 'This' is a demonstrative adjective used to point out a specific singular noun (bread) that is close to the speaker in terms of space or time.
中文： 指示形容詞：「This」（這個）是用來指出在空間或時間上距離說話者較近的特定單數名詞（麵包）。
This coffee tastes delicious.
這杯咖啡嚐起來很美味。
EN： The past simple passive voice (was/were + past participle) is used to emphasize the action rather than the person who performed it. Here, 'was baked' focuses on the bread being baked.
中文： 過去簡單式的被動語態（was/were + 過去分詞）用於強調動作本身，而非執行動作的人。在這裡，「was baked」（被烘烤）將焦點放在麵包被製作的過程上。
The letter was written yesterday.
那封信是昨天寫的。
EN： The word 'just' is used as an adverb here to mean 'very recently' or 'only a moment ago', emphasizing that the action happened very close to the present time.
中文： 副詞「just」在此處表示「就在剛才」或「非常近期」，用以強調該動作發生的時間距離現在非常短暫。
She just finished her homework.
她剛好寫完功課。
EN： In English-speaking cultures, emphasizing that baked goods are 'fresh' or baked 'just this morning' is a strong selling point for local bakeries and cafes, highlighting quality and local craftsmanship.
中文： 在英語系國家中，強調烘焙食品是「新鮮的」或「今天早上剛烤好」是當地麵包店和咖啡廳的重要賣點，用以凸顯其品質與手作溫度。
EN： Present Simple Passive Voice (Interrogative): Used to ask about a regular action or general truth where the receiver of the action (tea) is more important than the doer. It is formed by placing the auxiliary verb 'be' (Is/Are) at the beginning, followed by the subject and the past participle of the main verb.
中文： 現在簡單式的被動語態疑問句：用於詢問經常性動作或普遍事實，此時動作的接受者（茶葉）比執行者更重要。其結構是將助動詞「be」（Is/Are）置於句首，後接主詞與主要動詞的過去分詞。
Are these grapes grown in France?
這些葡萄是在法國種植的嗎？
EN： The preposition 'by' to indicate agency: In passive sentences, 'by' is used to introduce the agent (the person, animal, or thing) that performs the action.
中文： 介系詞「by」表示執行者：在被動語態中，「by」用來引出執行該動作的主體（人、動物或事物）。
The cake was made by my mother.
這個蛋糕是我母親做的。
EN： In many traditional tea-producing regions in Asia, high-quality tea leaves are still hand-picked to ensure only the finest buds and leaves are selected, as machines can damage the delicate plants. Asking whether tea is picked by machines often relates to the discussion of tea quality and artisanal versus industrial production.
中文： 在亞洲許多傳統的產茶區，高品質的茶葉仍堅持手工採摘，以確保只挑選最嫩的茶芽與葉片，因為機器可能會損傷嬌嫩的植物。詢問茶葉是否由機器採摘，通常與討論茶葉品質以及手工與工業化生產的差異有關。
EN： The passive voice (be + past participle) is used here ('is picked') to focus on the action being done to the subject (the tea) rather than the person performing the action.
中文： 此處使用被動語態（be 動詞 + 過去分詞「is picked」），將焦點放在主詞（茶）所承受的動作，而非執行動作的人。
The grapes are harvested in autumn.
這些葡萄是在秋天收穫的。
EN： The prepositional phrase 'by hand' is an adverbial phrase of manner, indicating that the action is performed manually rather than by machines.
中文： 介系詞片語「by hand」（手工地）作為地方或方式修飾語，表示該動作是手動完成而非機器操作。
EN： In many traditional tea-producing regions, high-quality teas (especially top-grade green tea or oolong tea) are still harvested exclusively by hand. Hand-picking ensures that only the tenderest young leaves and buds (often 'one bud and two leaves') are selected, preventing damage that mechanical harvesters might cause.
中文： 在許多傳統的產茶地區，高品質的茶葉（特別是頂級綠茶或烏龍茶）仍然完全採用手工採摘。手工採摘能確保只挑選最嫩的幼葉和茶芽（通常是「一心二葉」），並避免機械採收可能造成的葉片破損。
EN： The passive voice (be + past participle) is used when the focus is on the action or the receiver of the action, rather than the doer. Here, 'were grown' is the past simple passive, indicating that the action of growing the apples happened in the past.
中文： 被動語態（be 動詞 + 過去分詞）用於當焦點在於動作本身或動作的接受者，而非執行者時。在此處，「were grown」是過去簡單式的被動語態，表示種植蘋果的動作發生在過去。
These grapes were harvested last month.
這些葡萄是上個月收穫的。
EN： The preposition 'on' is typically used with 'farm' to indicate location (on a farm), rather than 'in' or 'at'.
中文： 介係詞「on」通常與「farm」（農場）連用以表示地點（在農場上），而不是使用「in」或「at」。
My grandparents live on a dairy farm.
我的祖父母住在一個酪農場上。
EN： In many English-speaking countries, there is a strong 'farm-to-table' movement and a preference for buying locally grown produce ('local farm') to support the community and ensure freshness.
中文： 在許多英語系國家，存在著強烈的「從農場到餐桌」運動，人們傾向於購買當地種植的農產品（「local farm」），以支持在地社區並確保食材新鮮。
EN： Passive Voice (be + past participle): Used when the focus is on the action or the receiver of the action, rather than the doer. Here, 'is delivered' shows that the milk receives the action of delivery.
中文： 被動語態（be 動詞 + 過去分詞）：當焦點在於動作本身或動作的接受者，而非執行者時使用。在此處，「is delivered」表示牛奶是接受「遞送」這一動作的對象。
The mail is delivered at noon.
郵件是在中午送達的。
EN： Object Complement (Adjective describing state): The adjective 'fresh' functions as a subject complement describing the state of the milk when it is delivered, rather than an adverb modifying the verb.
中文： 主詞補語（形容詞修飾狀態）：形容詞「fresh」在此處作為主詞補語，用來描述牛奶送達時的「新鮮」狀態，而非用副詞來修飾動詞。
The fish was served hot.
這條魚送上桌時是熱的。
EN： In many Western countries, historically, milkmen delivered fresh milk in glass bottles directly to people's doorsteps every morning. While less common now due to supermarkets, local dairy delivery services still exist as a premium, eco-friendly option.
中文： 在許多西方國家，歷史上送奶工每天早晨會將裝在玻璃瓶中的新鮮牛奶直接送到人們的家門口。雖然現在因為超市普及而較少見，但當地的乳製品配送服務仍作為一種優質、環保的選擇存在。
EN： The Present Simple Passive Voice (am/is/are + past participle) is used to focus on the action or the receiver of the action rather than the doer. In this sentence, 'are made' emphasizes the process of making the snacks, while the actual makers are either unknown or less important.
中文： 現在簡單式的被動語態（am/is/are + 過去分詞）用於強調動作本身或動作的接受者，而非執行者。在本句中，「are made」（被製作）強調了點心的製作過程，而實際的製作人員是未知或不重要的。
These books are printed in Taiwan.
這些書是在台灣印刷的。
EN： The preposition 'in' is used to indicate a position inside a defined three-dimensional space or building, such as 'small shops'.
中文： 介係詞「in」用於表示在某個具體的三維空間或建築物內部，例如「small shops」（小商店）。
We had lunch in a cozy restaurant.
我們在一間舒適的餐廳吃了午餐。
EN： In many English-speaking countries, there is a strong appreciation for 'small shops' or local independent bakeries and confectioneries. Buying snacks made in small, local shops is often associated with higher quality, supporting the local economy, and traditional craftsmanship compared to mass-produced factory goods.
中文： 在許多英語系國家中，人們非常青睞「小商店」（small shops）或當地的獨立烘焙坊與點心店。與工廠大量生產的商品相比，購買當地小店製作的點心通常與高品質、支持地方經濟以及傳統手工藝聯繫在一起。
EN： The passive voice (be + past participle) is used here ('is produced') to focus on the receiver of the action (good food) rather than the agent who performs the action.
中文： 此處使用被動語態（be 動詞 + 過去分詞「is produced」），將焦點放在動作的接受者（美味的食物），而非執行動作的主體。
This book was written by a famous author.
這本書是由一位著名作家撰寫的。
EN： The preposition 'with' is used to express the manner or attitude with which an action is performed, followed by abstract nouns ('love and care').
中文： 介係詞「with」在此用於表示執行某動作時的方式或態度，後接抽象名詞（「愛與關懷」）。
She completed the difficult task with patience.
她耐心地完成了這項艱巨的任務。
EN： The phrase 'made with love' or 'produced with love and care' is a common English expression used by home cooks, bakers, and artisanal food producers to emphasize the high quality, dedication, and personal touch put into preparing food, contrasting it with mass-produced industrial food.
中文： 「made with love」（用心/愛製作）或「produced with love and care」（用愛與關懷製作）是英文中常見的表達方式。家庭廚師、烘焙師和手工食品生產商常用此詞來強調他們在準備食物時投入的高品質、專注與人情味，這與大宗工業化生產的食品形成鮮明對比。
重要單字附有 IPA 發音、定義、例句和互動式測驗。
在本文中： 被水淹沒的，水浸的（指稻田灌溉的狀態）
在本文中： 生產，製造（指農產品或食品的產出）
在本文中： 收集，採集（指收集蜂蜜或擠牛奶）
在本文中： 在本地，在當地
在本文中： 遞送，投遞，傳送
在本文中： 納悶，想知道
在本文中： 穀粒，穎穀（如稻穀、麥粒）
在本文中： 揉捻（製茶工藝中的揉捻茶葉）
片語包含類型標示、雙語定義、用法說明和例句。
Done by a person using their hands rather than by a machine.
手工地，用手（而非機器）
Agricultural fields, typically for rice cultivation, that are intentionally covered with water.
水田，灌溉田
Doing something very carefully and with a lot of attention to detail.
非常小心地，極其用心地
Examined or analyzed to ensure that something is safe for consumption or use.
進行安全檢測