Issey Miyake: A Piece of Cloth三宅一生：一塊布
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EN： The Past Simple Tense is used to describe completed actions in the past. In this sentence, the verb 'revolutionized' indicates a finished historical achievement.
中文： 過去簡單式用於描述過去已完成的動作。在此句子中，動詞 'revolutionized'（徹底改革）表示一項已完成的歷史性成就。
The invention of the internet revolutionized global communication.
網際網路的發明徹底改變了全球通訊。
EN： The preposition 'with' is used here to indicate the instrument or means used to achieve a result (means of action).
中文： 介係詞 'with' 在此處用於表示達成某種結果所使用的工具或手段（行為手段）。
She fixed the broken chair with some strong glue.
她用一些強力膠修好了那張壞掉的椅子。
EN： Issey Miyake was a world-renowned Japanese fashion designer known for his technology-driven clothing designs. His 'Pleats Please' line, mentioned here as the 'pleating technique', became a global phenomenon because it combined high-fashion aesthetics with the practicality of machine-washable, unwrinkable fabric.
中文： 三宅一生是享譽全球的日本時裝設計師，以其結合科技的服裝設計聞名。他在文中提到的「褶皺技術」（Pleats Please 系列）成為全球現象，因為它將高級時裝的美感與可機洗、不產生皺摺的實用性完美結合。
EN： Passive Voice (be + past participle): Used when the action is more important than who performed it. Here, 'were made' emphasizes the production process of the garments.
中文： 被動語態 (be 動詞 + 過去分詞)：當動作本身比執行者更重要時使用。這裡的 'were made' 強調了服裝製作的過程。
The bridge was built in 1920.
這座橋建於 1920 年。
EN： Present Participle Phrase (V-ing): The phrase 'allowing for...' functions as a result or consequence of the main clause, explaining the purpose or effect of making the garments larger.
中文： 現在分詞短語 (V-ing)：'allowing for...' 短語作為主句的結果或後續影響，解釋了將服裝做大的目的或效果。
The rain stopped, making the outdoor concert possible.
雨停了，使得戶外音樂會得以舉行。
EN： Issey Miyake's 'Pleats Please' line inverted the traditional method of pleating fabric before cutting. By pleating finished garments that were cut extra large, he ensured the pleats would hold their shape regardless of the wearer's movement, blending high fashion with industrial practicality.
中文： 三宅一生的 'Pleats Please' 系列顛覆了傳統先褶皺後裁剪的方法。透過對剪裁得特大的成品服裝進行褶皺處理，他確保了無論穿著者如何運動，褶皺都能保持形狀，將高級時裝與工業實用性完美結合。
EN： The Present Participle phrase (V-ing) is used here as a resultative clause, indicating the result or consequence of the main action (heat-pressing).
中文： 現在分詞短語（V-ing）在此處用作結果子句，表示主句動作（熱壓）所產生的結果或後果。
He dropped the glass, breaking it into pieces.
他摔掉了玻璃杯，導致杯子碎成碎片。
EN： The Passive Voice (be + past participle) is used when the focus is on the action or the object being acted upon, rather than who performed the action.
中文： 被動語態（be + 過去分詞）用於當重點在於動作本身或受詞，而非執行動作的人時。
The cake was baked by my grandmother.
這塊蛋糕是我祖母烤的。
EN： Issey Miyake's 'Pleats Please' line is a landmark in fashion history. Unlike traditional pleating where fabric is pleated before being sewn, Miyake's method involved sewing the garment first and then pleating it, which was a technological breakthrough.
中文： 三宅一生的「Pleats Please」系列是時尚史上的里程碑。不同於傳統先壓褶再縫製的做法，三宅一生的方法是先縫製衣服再進行壓褶，這在當時是一項技術突破。
EN： Relative Clauses with 'that': This sentence uses a relative clause starting with 'that' to provide more information about the noun 'clothes'. The clause 'that were light, easy to care for, and perfect for modern life' acts as an adjective describing the type of clothes.
中文： 使用 'that' 的關係子句：本句使用以 'that' 開頭的關係子句來提供關於名詞 'clothes'（衣服）的更多資訊。子句 'that were light, easy to care for, and perfect for modern life' 充當形容詞，描述衣服的特性。
She bought a car that was fuel-efficient and reliable.
她買了一輛省油且可靠的汽車。
EN： Compound Adjectives: 'Wrinkle-free' is a compound adjective formed by a noun and an adjective/suffix. The hyphen connects the words to show they function as a single unit modifying the noun 'clothes'.
中文： 複合形容詞：'Wrinkle-free'（防皺的）是由名詞和形容詞/字尾組成的複合形容詞。連字號將單字連接起來，表示它們作為一個整體來修飾名詞 'clothes'。
This is a sugar-free drink.
這是一瓶無糖飲料。
EN： Issey Miyake's 'Pleats Please' line, referenced here, was revolutionary because it challenged the traditional Western notion of tailoring. Instead of fitting the fabric to the body, the fabric's movement and texture defined the wearer's experience, emphasizing practicality and democratic design (easy care for everyone).
中文： 這裡提到的三宅一生 'Pleats Please' 系列具有革命性，因為它挑戰了傳統西方剪裁觀念。它並非根據身體剪裁布料，而是透過布料的律動與質地來定義穿著者的體驗，強調實用性與大眾化設計（每個人都能輕鬆保養）。
EN： Appositives are nouns or noun phrases that follow another noun to provide additional information or clarification. In this sentence, 'the Apple visionary' clarifies who Steve Jobs is.
中文： 同位語（Appositives）是緊跟在另一個名詞後面的名詞或名詞短語，用於提供額外信息或說明。在本句中，「the Apple visionary」說明了史蒂夫·賈伯斯的身分。
Mr. Lee, my English teacher, is very kind.
李先生，我的英文老師，為人非常親切。
EN： The Passive Voice with 'be + past participle' is used to show that the subject is the receiver of the action. 'Was deeply impressed' indicates that the feeling of being impressed was caused by the visit.
中文： 被動語態使用「be 動詞 + 過去分詞」來表示主詞是動作的接受者。「Was deeply impressed」表示「被打動/留下深刻印象」，這種感覺是由參觀過程所引起的。
The audience was impressed by the performance.
觀眾對這場表演印象深刻。
EN： Steve Jobs was famous for his 'uniform' of a black turtleneck, jeans, and sneakers. This turtleneck was specifically designed by Issey Miyake, symbolizing the intersection of technology and minimalist fashion design.
中文： 史蒂夫·賈伯斯以其「制服」聞名：黑色高領毛衣、牛仔褲和運動鞋。這件高領毛衣正是由三宅一生設計的，象徵著科技與極簡主義時尚設計的交匯。
EN： The 'so + adjective + that' structure is used to express cause and effect. It indicates that a quality (the adjective) is so intense that it results in a specific consequence.
中文： 「so + 形容詞 + that」結構用於表達因果關係。它表示某種特質（形容詞）程度非常強烈，以至於產生了特定的結果。
The movie was so boring that I fell asleep.
那部電影太無聊了，以至於我睡著了。
EN： The verb 'ask' followed by an object and an infinitive (ask someone to do something) is a common pattern used to express a request or instruction.
中文： 動詞「ask」後接受詞和不定詞（ask someone to do something）是用來表達請求或指示的常用句型。
She asked her brother to help her with the homework.
她請她的哥哥幫她做功課。
EN： Steve Jobs was famous for his 'uniform' of a black turtleneck, jeans, and sneakers. This minimalist approach was influenced by Japanese design philosophy and his friendship with Issey Miyake, reflecting a desire to reduce 'decision fatigue' in his daily life.
中文： 賈伯斯以其由黑色高領衫、牛仔褲和運動鞋組成的「制服」而聞名。這種極簡主義風格受到日本設計哲學及他與三宅一生友誼的影響，反映了他希望減少日常生活中「決策疲勞」的渴望。
EN： Passive Voice (be + past participle): Used when the action is more important than the person performing it. Here, 'was rejected' focuses on the fate of the idea.
中文： 被動語態 (be 動詞 + 過去分詞)：用於強調動作本身而非執行者。在此句中，「was rejected」重點在於該構想的最終結果。
The proposal was accepted by the board last week.
該提議上週被董事會採納了。
EN： The Punctuation 'Colon' (:): Used to introduce a list, a definition, or a specific clarification of what was mentioned before.
中文： 冒號 (:) 的用法：用於引出清單、定義或對前文提到的內容進行具體說明。
She had only one goal: to win the gold medal.
她只有一個目標：贏得金牌。
EN： Steve Jobs' black turtleneck became a symbol of 'minimalism' and 'personal branding' in the tech world. It was designed by Issey Miyake specifically for Jobs, who wanted a 'uniform' to reduce decision fatigue in his daily life.
中文： 賈伯斯的黑色高領衫成為科技界「極簡主義」和「個人品牌」的象徵。這件衣服是由三宅一生專門為賈伯斯設計的，因為賈伯斯希望透過「制服化」來減少日常生活中的決策疲勞。
EN： The Past Simple tense is used here to describe a habitual action or state that occurred in the past but is now completed. 'Wore' is the irregular past tense of 'wear'.
中文： 過去簡單式（Past Simple）在此用於描述過去發生的習慣性動作或狀態，且該動作現已結束。「Wore」是「wear」的不規則過去式動詞。
He played the piano every morning during his childhood.
他小時候每天早上都彈鋼琴。
EN： The phrase 'for the rest of one's life' is a common prepositional phrase used to indicate duration, meaning until the person dies.
中文： 短語「for the rest of one's life」是一個常用於表示持續時間的介系詞短語，意指「在某人的餘生中」或「直到去世為止」。
They lived in that small village for the rest of their lives.
他們在那個小村莊度過了餘生。
EN： Steve Jobs' black turtleneck became a symbol of 'uniform dressing' in the tech world. This practice reduces 'decision fatigue' by wearing the same outfit every day, allowing high-achievers to focus their mental energy on more important tasks. The turtleneck itself was custom-made for him by Issey Miyake.
中文： 史蒂夫·賈伯斯的黑色高領衫成為科技界「制服式穿搭」的象徵。這種做法透過每天穿著相同的服裝來減少「決策疲勞」，讓高成就者能將精力集中在更重要的任務上。這款高領衫是由三宅一生專門為他訂製的。
EN： Passive Voice (be + past participle): This structure is used when the focus is on the person or thing affected by the action. Here, 'was encapsulated' shows that the philosophy (subject) received the action of being summarized or contained.
中文： 被動語態 (be 動詞 + 過去分詞)：此結構用於強調動作的承受者。在此句中，「was encapsulated」表示設計理念（主詞）是被濃縮或概括在某個概念之中。
The history of the city is encapsulated in this small museum.
這座城市的歷史被濃縮在這座小博物館中。
EN： Possessive Nouns ('s): Used to show ownership or relationship. 'Issey Miyake's' indicates that the design philosophy belongs to or is associated with the designer.
中文： 所有格名詞 ('s)：用於表示所有權或關聯性。「Issey Miyake's」表示該設計理念屬於這位設計師或與其相關。
The artist's vision changed the world of modern art.
這位藝術家的願景改變了現代藝術界。
EN： Issey Miyake's 'A-POC' (A Piece of Cloth) project, launched in 1998, was a revolutionary manufacturing process that used computer technology to create clothing from a single tube of fabric without the need for traditional cutting and sewing. This reflects the Japanese aesthetic of 'monozukuri' (the art of making things) and minimalism.
中文： 三宅一生的「A-POC」（A Piece of Cloth，一塊布）企劃於 1998 年推出，是一項革命性的製造工藝。它利用電腦技術從單一的管狀織物中直接製作服裝，無需傳統的裁剪和縫製。這體現了日本「物造」（monozukuri）的職人精神與極簡主義美學。
EN： Noun Clause as Object: The word 'that' introduces a noun clause that functions as the direct object of the verb 'believed'. It explains what he believed.
中文： 名詞子句作為受詞：單字 'that' 引導一個名詞子句，在句中擔任動詞 'believed' 的直接受詞，用來解釋他所相信的內容。
She realized that hard work was the key to success.
她意識到努力工作是成功的關鍵。
EN： Simple Present Tense for General Truths: Although the main verb 'believed' is in the past tense, the clause 'design starts with...' uses the simple present to express a timeless philosophy or general truth.
中文： 現在簡單式表示普遍真理：雖然主句動詞 'believed' 使用過去式，但子句 'design starts with...' 使用現在簡單式，用以表達一種永恆的哲學或普遍真理。
The teacher taught us that water boils at 100 degrees Celsius.
老師教導我們水在攝氏100度沸騰。
EN： This sentence reflects Issey Miyake's 'A-POC' (A Piece of Cloth) philosophy, which challenged traditional garment making by using computer technology to weave a whole garment from a single thread, minimizing waste and maximizing innovation.
中文： 這句話反映了三宅一生的「A-POC」（A Piece of Cloth，一塊布）哲學。他挑戰傳統製衣方式，利用電腦技術從一根線織出整件衣服，將浪費降至最低並將創新最大化。
EN： The Present Participle Phrase (V-ing): The phrase 'creating innovative and functional garments' is a reduced relative clause or a participle phrase used to show a result or a simultaneous action. It functions as an adverbial modifier describing the outcome of the main clause.
中文： 現在分詞短語 (V-ing)：'creating innovative and functional garments' 是一個簡化的關係子句或分詞短語，用於表示結果或同時發生的動作。它作為副詞修飾語，描述主句產生的結果。
The storm hit the city, causing widespread power outages.
暴風雨襲擊了這座城市，導致了大規模的停電。
EN： The idiom 'blur the line': This expression is used to describe a situation where the distinction between two different things becomes less clear or distinct.
中文： 慣用語 'blur the line'：這個表達方式用於描述兩個不同事物之間的界限變得模糊或不再清晰的情況。
Modern smartphones blur the line between a phone and a computer.
現代智慧型手機模糊了電話與電腦之間的界限。
EN： Issey Miyake is renowned for merging traditional Japanese craftsmanship with cutting-edge technology (like his 'A-POC' system). This sentence reflects the 20th-century shift where fashion began to be viewed not just as clothing, but as industrial design and technological innovation.
中文： 三宅一生以將日本傳統工藝與尖端科技（如他的 'A-POC' 系統）相結合而聞名。這句話反映了 20 世紀的轉變，即時尚開始被視為不僅僅是服裝，而是工業設計與科技創新的結合。
EN： The verb 'lay' is the past tense of 'lie' (to be situated in a specified place or position). It is an intransitive verb, meaning it does not take a direct object.
中文： 動詞 'lay' 在此是 'lie'（位於、存在於）的過去式。這是一個不及物動詞，表示某物處於特定的位置或狀態，後面不接直接受詞。
The solution to the problem lay in better communication.
問題的解決之道在於更好的溝通。
EN： The word 'where' is used here as a relative adverb introducing a relative clause that provides more information about the relationship between 'art and function'.
中文： 這裡的 'where' 作為關係副詞，引導一個關係子句，用來進一步補充說明「藝術與功能」兩者交會的情境或空間。
We reached a point where we had to make a decision.
我們達到了一個必須做出決定的地步。
EN： Issey Miyake is famous for bridging the gap between high fashion (art) and practical clothing (function). His 'Pleats Please' line is a perfect example of this philosophy, as the clothes are both visually stunning and machine-washable.
中文： 三宅一生以彌合高級時裝（藝術）與實用服裝（功能）之間的鴻溝而聞名。他的 'Pleats Please' 系列是這一哲學的完美典範，因為這些衣服既具有視覺震撼力，又可以機器洗滌。
EN： The phrasal verb 'pass away' is a polite and respectful euphemism for 'to die'. It is commonly used in formal contexts or when speaking about someone's death with sensitivity.
中文： 片語動詞「pass away」是「死亡」的一種禮貌且委婉的說法。通常用於正式場合，或是在談論他人逝世時表達尊重與感性。
My grandfather passed away peacefully in his sleep.
我的祖父在睡夢中安詳地去世了。
EN： The present participle phrase 'leaving behind...' acts as a reduced relative clause or a resultative clause, describing an action that happens simultaneously with or as a result of the main verb.
中文： 現在分詞短語「leaving behind...」在此作為分詞構句，用來描述與主句動詞同時發生或作為其結果的動作，補充說明主詞逝世後留下的影響。
The storm swept through the city, leaving behind a trail of destruction.
暴風雨席捲了這座城市，留下了一片狼藉。
EN： Issey Miyake was a global icon of Japanese design. In English, the term 'legacy' often refers to the long-lasting impact of a person's life and work, especially after they have died, rather than just physical inheritance.
中文： 三宅一生是日本設計界的全球偶像。在英文中，「legacy」一詞通常指一個人一生工作與生命的長遠影響力，特別是在其逝世後留給世人的精神或文化遺產，而不僅僅是物質上的繼承。
EN： The use of 'continue to + verb' expresses an action or state that started in the past and persists into the present or future. It emphasizes the ongoing nature of the influence.
中文： 「continue to + 動詞」的用法表示一個動作或狀態從過去開始，並持續到現在或未來。它強調了影響力的持續性。
The company continues to develop new technologies for sustainable energy.
這間公司持續為永續能源開發新技術。
EN： Parallel structure with 'and' connects two verbs ('influence' and 'shape') that share the same subject ('his innovative ideas'). This creates balance and clarity in the sentence.
中文： 使用對等連接詞「and」連接兩個動詞（influence 和 shape），這兩個動詞共享同一個主詞（his innovative ideas）。這能使句子結構平衡且清晰。
She likes to read books and write stories in her free time.
她喜歡在空閒時間閱讀書籍和撰寫故事。
EN： Issey Miyake is celebrated for bridging the gap between traditional craftsmanship and modern technology. The mention of his 'innovative ideas' continuing to influence fashion reflects his status as a timeless visionary whose impact transcends his lifetime.
中文： 三宅一生因橋接傳統工藝與現代科技而聞名。文中提到他「創新的理念」持續影響時尚界，反映了他作為一名跨時代遠見者的地位，其影響力超越了他的生命長度。
EN： The Noun Clause (that-clause) functions as a direct object. It follows the verb 'showed' and the indirect object 'the world' to explain exactly what was shown.
中文： 名詞子句（that 子句）作為直接受詞。它接在動詞「showed」和間接受詞「the world」之後，用來詳細說明展示的內容。
She proved to her parents that she could succeed in the arts.
她向父母證明了她能在藝術領域取得成功。
EN： The structure 'not just A' is used to emphasize that while A might be true, there is something more important or additional to consider.
中文： 「not just A」結構用於強調雖然 A 可能是事實，但還有更重要或額外的事物需要考慮。
Exercise is not just about losing weight; it's about feeling healthy.
運動不僅僅是為了減肥；它是為了感到健康。
EN： In the 20th century, high fashion was often seen as a symbol of wealth and social class (status). Issey Miyake was a pioneer in shifting this perception toward fashion as a form of democratic art and functional design that anyone could enjoy.
中文： 在 20 世紀，高級時裝常被視為財富和社會階級（地位）的象徵。三宅一生是將這種觀念轉向「時尚是民主藝術與功能性設計」的先驅，認為每個人都能享受其中。
EN： Noun Clauses with 'How': A noun clause functions as a noun and is introduced by a question word like 'how'. In this sentence, 'how clothes make you feel' and 'how much they cost' act as objects of the preposition 'about'.
中文： 以 'how' 引導的名詞子句：名詞子句的功能等同於名詞，由疑問詞（如 how）引導。在本句中，'how clothes make you feel' 與 'how much they cost' 作為介係詞 'about' 的受詞。
It's not about how you look, but how you act.
重點不在於你的外表，而在於你的行為。
EN： Parallel Structure with 'Not': This structure compares two ideas using 'A, not B' or 'not A but B'. It ensures that the elements being compared are grammatically balanced.
中文： 使用 'Not' 的平行結構：此結構透過 'A, not B' 或 'not A but B' 來比較兩個想法，確保被比較的元素在語法上是平衡對稱的。
Success is about hard work, not luck.
成功關乎努力，而非運氣。
EN： Issey Miyake's philosophy reflects a shift in high fashion from status-seeking (luxury for the sake of wealth) to functionalism and emotional connection. This 'A-POC' (A Piece of Cloth) concept emphasizes the relationship between the human body and the fabric, prioritizing the wearer's experience over the garment's price tag.
中文： 三宅一生的哲學反映了高級時裝從追求地位（為了財富而奢侈）到功能主義與情感連結的轉變。他的 'A-POC'（一塊布）概念強調人體與布料之間的關係，將穿著者的體驗置於服裝價格之上。
重要單字附有 IPA 發音、定義、例句和互動式測驗。
在本文中： 徹底改革、使發生突破性的變革
在本文中： 創新的、革新的
在本文中： 永久的、長久的
在本文中： 有遠見的人、眼光卓絕的領導者
在本文中： 極簡主義的、簡約的
在本文中： 概括、縮影、體現
在本文中： 實用的、功能性的
在本文中： 遺產、留給後世的影響
在本文中： 非凡的、特別的
在本文中： 哲學、理念
片語包含類型標示、雙語定義、用法說明和例句。
To make the difference between two things less clear.
模糊界線
A polite way to say that someone has died.
去世、逝世
To cause something to remain after one has gone or died.
留下、遺留
To look after or maintain something.
照料、保養
A process of applying heat and pressure to fabric to create permanent shapes, textures, or pleats.
熱壓處理
Garments that do not require special cleaning processes like dry cleaning or intensive ironing.
易於保養/打理
The long-lasting impact of a person's creative work or ideas, rather than just financial inheritance.
精神遺產/傳承