EN： The verb 'want' is followed by an infinitive (to + verb) to express a desire or intention to perform an action.
中文： 動詞「want」（想要）後面接不定詞（to + 動詞原形），用來表示想要進行某個動作的願望或意圖。
I want to learn a new language.
我想要學習一門新語言。
EN： The comparative adjective 'more' is used before nouns (like 'healthy food') to indicate a greater quantity or degree of something.
中文： 比較級形容詞「more」（更多的）放在名詞（如「healthy food」）前面，用來表示某事物的數量或程度更大、更多。
We need to drink more water every day.
我們每天需要喝更多的水。
EN： The verb 'plan' is followed by an infinitive (to + base verb) to express an intention or a future goal. 'Plan to do something' is a common structure for sharing resolutions.
中文： 動詞「plan」（計劃）後面接不定詞（to + 原形動詞），用來表達意圖或未來的目標。「plan to do something」是分享決心時非常常用的結構。
I plan to save money for a trip.
我計劃存錢去旅行。
EN： 'Every' is a determiner used with singular countable nouns (like 'month') to refer to all members of a group or to describe how often something happens.
中文： 「every」（每個）是一個限定詞，與單數可數名詞（如「month」）連用，用來指代群體中的所有成員，或描述某事發生的頻率。
She exercises every day.
她每天都運動。
EN： In English-speaking cultures, making 'New Year's Resolutions' is a very common tradition. People often set goals related to self-improvement, such as reading more, exercising, or learning a new skill at the beginning of the year.
中文： 在英語系國家中，制定「新年新希望」（New Year's Resolutions）是一個非常普遍的傳統。人們通常會在年初設定與自我提升相關的目標，例如多讀書、運動或學習新技能。
EN： The verb 'decide' is followed by a to-infinitive (to + base verb) to indicate a choice or plan made for the future. In this sentence, 'decided to learn' shows the past decision to acquire a new skill.
中文： 動詞「decide」（決定）後面必須接不定詞（to + 原形動詞），用來表示對未來做出的選擇或計劃。在本句中，「decided to learn」表示過去做出了學習某項新技能的決定。
He decided to buy a new computer.
他決定要買一台新電腦。
EN： The verb 'learn' can also be followed by a to-infinitive to express acquiring the ability to do something. Additionally, when playing a musical instrument, the definite article 'the' is used before the instrument (e.g., 'play the guitar').
中文： 動詞「learn」（學習）後面同樣可以接不定詞，用來表示學會做某件事。此外，在英文中彈奏樂器時，樂器名稱前面必須加上定冠詞「the」（例如：play the guitar 彈吉他）。
She wants to learn to speak French.
她想要學習說法文。
EN： In Western culture, learning to play a musical instrument like the guitar is a very common New Year's resolution or personal hobby. The phrase 'play the guitar' always requires 'the' before the instrument, which is a standard grammatical convention in English for musical instruments, unlike sports (e.g., 'play soccer').
中文： 在西方文化中，學習彈吉他等樂器是非常常見的新年新希望（New Year's resolution）或個人興趣。英文中在表達彈奏樂器時，樂器名稱前一定要加定冠詞「the」（如 play the guitar），這與運動項目的用法不同（運動項目不加 the，例如 play soccer 踢足球）。
EN： The verb 'need' is followed by a to-infinitive ('to' + base verb) when expressing an obligation, necessity, or requirement to perform an action.
中文： 動詞「need」（需要）後面接不定詞（to + 原形動詞），用來表示有義務、必要或需要去執行某個動作。
I need to study for my exams tonight.
我今晚需要為考試讀書。
EN： The word 'more' functions as an adverb here, modifying the verb 'exercise' to indicate a greater degree or frequency of the activity.
中文： 「more」在此處作為副詞使用，修飾動詞「exercise」，表示該活動的程度或頻率要增加（更多、更頻繁）。
You should sleep more to stay healthy.
你應該多睡一點以保持健康。
EN： In many English-speaking countries, 'after school' refers to the time immediately following the end of the school day, which is typically associated with extracurricular activities, sports, homework, or relaxing. It is a very common time frame for students to schedule personal goals.
中文： 在許多英語系國家，「after school」（放學後）指的是學校課程結束後的緊接時間，通常與課外活動、運動、寫功課或放鬆有關。這是學生安排個人目標非常常見的時間段。
EN： The verb 'hope' is followed by an infinitive (to + base verb) to express a desire or plan for the future. In this sentence, 'to make' acts as the direct object of 'hope'.
中文： 動詞「hope」（希望）後面常接不定詞（to + 原形動詞），用來表示對未來的期望或計畫。在此句子中，「to make」作為「hope」的直接受詞。
I hope to travel to Japan next year.
我希望明年能去日本旅遊。
EN： The collocation 'make friends' means to establish a friendship with someone. The adjective 'new' is placed before 'friends' to describe them, and 'many' quantifies the plural noun.
中文： 片語「make friends」意思是「交朋友」。形容詞「new」（新的）放在「friends」前面作修飾，而「many」（許多）則用來修飾可數複數名詞。
It is easy for him to make new friends at school.
對他來說，在學校結交新朋友很容易。
EN： In English-speaking cultures, expressing a desire to 'make many new friends' is a very common and positive social goal, especially at the beginning of a school year or when moving to a new place. It reflects an open and friendly attitude.
中文： 在英語系國家中，表達想要「結交許多新朋友」是一個非常常見且積極的社交目標，特別是在新學期開始或搬到新環境時。這展現出一種開放且友善的態度。
EN： The verb 'plan' is followed by an infinitive (to + verb) to express an intention or future arrangement. Since the subject 'She' is third-person singular, the verb 'plan' takes the ending '-s' (plans) in the simple present tense.
中文： 動詞「plan」（計劃）後面接不定詞（to + 動詞原形）來表示意圖或未來的安排。因為主詞「She」（她）是單數第三人稱，所以在現在簡單式中，動詞「plan」要加上字尾「-s」變成「plans」。
He plans to study abroad next year.
他計劃明年去國外讀書。
EN： The preposition 'for' is used here to indicate purpose or destination, showing what the saved money is intended to buy.
中文： 介係詞「for」在此處用於表示目的或對象，說明存下來的錢是用來購買什麼東西。
I am saving money for a new phone.
我正在存錢買一支新手機。
EN： The dummy subject 'It' is used to replace a long infinitive phrase (to set clear goals) as the subject of the sentence, making the sentence structure more balanced. The real subject is the infinitive phrase 'to set clear goals'.
中文： 虛主詞「It」用來代替句子中較長的不定詞片語（to set clear goals），以使句子結構顯得更加平衡。真正的句子的主詞是後面的不定詞片語「to set clear goals」。
It is necessary to practice every day.
每天練習是必要的。
EN： The infinitive phrase 'to set clear goals' functions as the real subject. 'To set' is the transitive verb taking 'clear goals' as its direct object.
中文： 不定詞片語「to set clear goals」在此擔任真正的非人稱主詞。其中「to set」為及物動詞，後接「clear goals」作為其直接受詞。
I want to learn a new language.
我想學習一門新語言。
EN： In English-speaking cultures, goal-setting (especially 'SMART goals'—Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, Time-bound) is highly emphasized in personal development, education, and career planning, particularly at the beginning of a new year.
中文： 在英語系國家的文化中，個人成長、教育和職業規劃非常強調「設定目標」（特別是 SMART 原則：具體、可衡量、可達到、相關性及有明確期限），尤其是在新的一年開始時。
EN： The verb 'promise' is followed by an infinitive (to + base verb) to express a commitment to perform a future action.
中文： 動詞「promise」（承諾）後面接不定詞（to + 原形動詞），用來表示承諾在未來會執行某個動作。
He promised to call me after the meeting.
他承諾過會議結束後會打電話給我。
EN： The phrase 'more often' is a comparative adverbial phrase used to describe doing an action with greater frequency than before.
中文： 片語「more often」是副詞的比較級，用來描述做某個動作的頻率比以前更高（更常）。
I need to exercise more often to stay healthy.
我需要更常運動以保持健康。
EN： The verb 'want' is followed by an infinitive (to + base verb) to express a desire or intention to perform an action.
中文： 動詞「want」（想要）後面接不定詞（to + 原形動詞），用來表示想要進行某個動作的願望或意圖。
I want to learn how to play the guitar.
我想要學習如何彈吉他。
EN： The demonstrative adjective 'this' is used with time expressions like 'term', 'week', or 'year' to refer to the current period of time.
中文： 指示形容詞「this」（這）與「term」（學期）、「week」（星期）或「year」（年份）等時間詞連用，用來指代當前這段時間。
We have a lot of exams this term.
我們這學期有很多考試。
EN： In English-speaking academic environments, 'term' and 'semester' are both used to divide the school year. 'Term' is more common in the UK and can refer to a three-term system (trimester), while 'semester' is widely used in the US for a two-term system.
中文： 在英語系國家的學術環境中，「term」和「semester」都用來指代學期。「term」在英國較為常用，通常指三學期制（trimester）；而「semester」在美國則廣泛用於二學期制。
EN： The dummy pronoun 'It' is used as a placeholder subject when the real subject is an infinitive phrase (to + verb). This structure avoids having a long subject at the beginning of the sentence.
中文： 虛主詞「It」用作佔位符，當真正的主詞是不定詞片語（to + 動詞）時使用。這種結構可以避免句子開頭出現過長的主詞，使句子結構更平衡。
It is important to exercise every day.
每天運動是很重要的。
EN： The infinitive phrase 'to try new things' acts as the real subject of the sentence. 'Try' is a transitive verb taking 'new things' as its direct object.
中文： 不定詞片語「to try new things」在此句中擔任真正的主詞。「try」（嘗試）是及物動詞，後面接「new things」（新事物）作為其直接受詞。
I want to try Japanese food.
我想嘗試日本料理。
EN： In Western culture, trying new things and stepping out of one's comfort zone is highly encouraged, especially as a shared social activity to build stronger bonds with friends.
中文： 在西方文化中，非常鼓勵人們嘗試新事物並跨出舒適圈，特別是將其作為一種與朋友共同參與的社交活動，以此來增進彼此的情誼。
EN： The verb 'need' is followed by an infinitive (to + verb) to express necessity or obligation. In this sentence, 'need to work' indicates that working hard is necessary.
中文： 動詞「need」（需要）後面接不定詞（to + 動詞原形）來表示必要性或義務。在本句中，「need to work」表示努力工作是必要的。
We need to study for the upcoming exam.
我們需要為即將到來的考試讀書。
EN： The infinitive 'to reach' is used here as an adverbial of purpose (infinitive of purpose), meaning 'in order to reach'. It explains why we need to work hard.
中文： 不定詞「to reach」在此處用作目的副詞（表示目的的不定詞），意思是「為了達成」。它解釋了我們為什麼需要努力工作。
He saved money to buy a new laptop.
他存錢是為了買一台新筆記型電腦。
EN： The infinitive 'to start' is used as an adjective (adjectival infinitive) to modify the noun 'chance', explaining what kind of chance it is.
中文： 不定詞「to start」在此處作為形容詞用法（形容詞性不定詞），用來修飾名詞「chance」（機會），說明是什麼樣的機會。
I need a chance to prove myself.
我需要一個證明自己的機會。
EN： The word 'fresh' is used as an adverb in the collocation 'start fresh', which means to begin something again in a new or different way, forgetting past difficulties.
中文： 單字「fresh」在片語「start fresh」中作副詞使用，意思是「重新開始」，指忘記過去的困難，以全新或不同的方式重新來過。
After moving to a new city, she decided to start fresh.
搬到新城市後，她決定重新開始。
EN： In Western culture, the New Year is strongly associated with 'New Year's Resolutions'—commitments to self-improvement or starting fresh. The phrase 'start fresh' reflects this cultural emphasis on personal renewal and leaving past mistakes behind.
中文： 在西方文化中，新年與「新年新希望」（New Year's Resolutions）有著強烈的連結，即承諾自我提升或重新開始。片語「start fresh」反映了這種強調個人蛻變、放下過去錯誤的文化特點。
EN： The verb 'give' is a ditransitive verb, which means it can take two objects: an indirect object (the recipient, 'me') and a direct object (the thing being given, 'a chance to grow'). The pattern is: Subject + Give + Indirect Object + Direct Object.
中文： 動詞「give」（給予）是一個雙賓語動詞（授與動詞），後面可以接兩個受詞：間接受詞（接受者，如 'me'）與直接受詞（給予的事物，如 'a chance to grow'）。常用句型為：主詞 + give + 間接受詞 + 直接受詞。
My teacher gave me a useful book.
我的老師給了我一本有用的書。
EN： The infinitive phrase 'to grow' is used as an adjective (adjectival infinitive) to modify the noun 'chance', explaining what kind of chance it is.
中文： 不定詞片語「to grow」（成長）在此處作形容詞功用（形容詞用法），用來修飾前面的名詞「chance」（機會），說明這是個什麼樣的機會。
She has a strong desire to learn.
她有強烈的學習慾望。
EN： In many cultures, the 'New Year' is universally seen as a symbol of rebirth, fresh starts, and personal growth. It is a common time for people to make 'New Year's resolutions' to improve their lives.
中文： 在許多文化中，「新年」被普遍視為重生、嶄新開始和個人成長的象徵。人們通常會在這個時期制定「新年新希望」（New Year's resolutions）來改善自己的生活。
EN： The verb 'want' is followed by an infinitive (to + base verb) when expressing a desire to perform an action. In this sentence, 'want to become' indicates the speaker's goal or aspiration.
中文： 動詞「want」（想要）後面接不定詞（to + 原形動詞）來表示想要進行的動作。在本句中，「want to become」（想要成為）表示說話者的目標或抱負。
I want to learn English this year.
我今年想要學習英文。
EN： Comparative adjectives are used to compare differences between two objects or states. 'Healthier' is the comparative form of 'healthy' (ending in -y, which changes to -ier), meaning 'more healthy'.
中文： 比較級形容詞用於比較兩個事物或狀態之間的差異。「Healthier」是「healthy」（健康的）的比較級形式（去 y 改 ier），意思是「更健康的」。
I plan to eat healthier food from now on.
我計劃從現在開始吃更健康的食物。
EN： In English-speaking cultures, making 'New Year's resolutions' (goals for the coming year) is a very common tradition. Becoming healthier, exercising more, and learning new skills are among the most popular resolutions.
中文： 在英語系國家中，制定「新年新希望」（New Year's resolutions，即來年的目標）是一個非常普遍的傳統。變得更健康、多運動和學習新技能都是最受歡迎的新年目標。
EN： The verb 'plan' is followed by an infinitive (to + verb) to express an intention or future arrangement. In this sentence, 'plan' is followed by two parallel infinitive phrases: 'to exercise' and 'to sleep early', connected by the conjunction 'and'.
中文： 動詞「plan」（計劃）後面接不定詞（to + 動詞原形）來表示意圖或未來的安排。在本句中，「plan」後面接了兩個平行的不定詞片語：「to exercise」與「to sleep early」，並由連接詞「and」連接。
I plan to study English and to travel abroad next year.
我計劃明年學習英文並去國外旅遊。
EN： Parallel structure (or parallelism) involves using the same grammatical pattern to show that two or more ideas have the same level of importance. Here, repeating the infinitive marker 'to' ('to exercise and to sleep') emphasizes each action individually, though the second 'to' can sometimes be omitted in casual speech.
中文： 平行結構（對等結構）是指使用相同的語法結構來表示兩個或多個想法具有相同的地位。在這裡，重複不定詞標記「to」（to exercise and to sleep）強調了每一個個別的動作，雖然在口語中第二個「to」有時可以省略。
She decided to read more books and to write a journal.
她決定要讀更多書並寫日記。
EN： The verb 'decide' is followed by an infinitive (to + verb) to express a choice or plan. When connecting two actions with 'and', the 'to' in the second infinitive can either be kept for emphasis/parallelism or omitted.
中文： 動詞「decide」（決定）後面接不定詞（to + 動詞原形）來表示決定要做某事。當用「and」連接兩個動作時，第二個不定詞的「to」可以保留以達到對等與強調的效果，也可以省略。
He decided to study hard and to pass the exam.
他決定要努力讀書並通過考試。
EN： The phrase 'write a journal' (or 'keep a journal') means to regularly record your daily experiences, thoughts, or feelings.
中文： 片語「write a journal」（或「keep a journal」）意為「寫日記」，指定期記錄每日的經歷、想法或感受。
I try to write a journal before going to bed.
我試著在睡前寫日記。
EN： Writing a journal (or keeping a diary) is a very common New Year's resolution in English-speaking cultures, often associated with self-reflection, mindfulness, and personal growth.
中文： 在英語系國家中，寫日記（write a journal 或 keep a diary）是非常常見的新年新希望（New Year's resolution），通常與自我反省、正念和個人成長有關。
EN： The dummy pronoun 'It' is used as a placeholder subject when the real subject is an infinitive phrase (to + verb). This structure avoids having a long, heavy subject at the beginning of the sentence.
中文： 虛主詞「It」用來代替後面真正的主詞（不定詞片語 to + 動詞）。這種結構可以避免句子開頭顯得過於冗長。
It is important to exercise regularly.
規律運動是很重要的。
EN： The infinitive phrase 'to keep a good habit' acts as the real subject of the sentence, expressing an action or state.
中文： 不定詞片語「to keep a good habit」作為句子的真正主詞，用來表示某種行為或狀態。
To learn a new language takes time.
學習一門新語言需要時間。
EN： The dummy pronoun 'it' is used as a placeholder subject when the real subject is an infinitive phrase (to + verb). This structure 'It is + adjective + to-infinitive' is common in English to avoid top-heavy sentences.
中文： 虛主詞 'it' 用作佔位符，當真正的主詞是個不定詞片語（to + 動詞）時。這種「It is + 形容詞 + 不定詞」的結構在英文中很常見，用以避免句子顯得頭重腳輕。
It is important to practice speaking every day.
每天練習口說是很重要的。
EN： The verb 'see' is a sensory verb (verb of perception). It can be followed by an object and a bare infinitive (verb root) to emphasize the entire action, or a present participle (-ing) to emphasize an ongoing action.
中文： 動詞 'see' 是感官動詞。後面可以接賓語（受格）和原型動詞，用以強調整個動作的發生；或者接現在分詞（-ing）以強調正在進行的動作。在本句中，'improve' 為原型動詞。
I saw him cross the street.
我看到他過馬路。
EN： The verb 'need' is followed by an infinitive (to + verb) to express necessity. In this sentence, 'need' is followed by two parallel infinitive phrases connected by 'and': 'to be patient' and 'to never give up'.
中文： 動詞「need」（需要）後面接不定詞（to + 動詞原形）來表示必要性。在本句中，「need」後面接了兩個由「and」連接的平行不定詞片語：「to be patient」與「to never give up」。
I need to study hard and to pass the exam.
我需要努力學習並通過考試。
EN： The split infinitive occurs when an adverb (like 'never') is placed between 'to' and the verb (like 'give up'). This is very common in modern English to add emphasis directly to the verb.
中文： 分裂不定詞是指將副詞（如「never」）放在「to」與動詞（如「give up」）之間。這在現代英語中非常常見，用來直接對動詞進行強調。
She decided to slowly walk home.
她決定慢慢走路回家。
EN： The verb 'promise' is followed by an infinitive (to + verb) when expressing an agreement or commitment to perform an action. In this sentence, 'promise to support' means making a commitment to help each other.
中文： 動詞「promise」（承諾）後面接不定詞（to + 動詞原形），用來表示承諾或答應要做某事。在本句中，「promise to support」表示承諾要互相支持。
We promised to arrive on time.
我們承諾會準時到達。
EN： 'Each other' is a reciprocal pronoun used to show that two or more people perform the same action toward one another. It functions as the object of the verb 'support'.
中文： 「Each other」是相互代名詞，用來表示兩個人或以上互相對彼此做出相同的動作。在此句中，它作為動詞「support」（支持）的受詞，表示「互相」。
They always help each other with their homework.
他們總是互相幫助彼此的家庭作業。
EN： The verb 'hope' is followed by a to-infinitive (to + base verb) to express a desire or plan for the future.
中文： 動詞「hope」（希望）後面接不定詞（to + 原形動詞），用來表達對未來的期望或計劃。
We hope to visit Japan next summer.
我們希望明年夏天去日本旅遊。
EN： The adverb 'yet' is used after a superlative adjective (like 'best') to mean 'up to the present time' or 'so far'.
中文： 副詞「yet」接在最高級形容詞（如「best」）之後，表示「迄今為止」或「到目前為止」。
This is his most exciting book yet.
這是他迄今為止最令人興奮的一本書。
EN： In Western culture, the transition to a new year is often associated with self-improvement, setting goals, and supporting friends and family in their 'New Year's resolutions'. Expressing a shared hope for a great year ahead is a common way to build community and mutual encouragement.
中文： 在西方文化中，新舊年交替之際通常與自我提升、設定目標以及支持親友實現「新年新希望」（New Year's resolutions）緊密相連。表達對未來一年共同的美好期許，是增進群體凝聚力和互相鼓勵的常見方式。
EN： The verb 'want' is followed by an infinitive (to + base verb) to express a desire or intention to perform an action.
中文： 動詞「want」（想要）後面接不定詞（to + 原形動詞），用來表示想要進行某個動作的願望或意圖。
I want to learn English this year.
我今年想要學習英文。
EN： In information questions (wh- questions) in the simple present tense, the auxiliary verb 'do' is placed before the subject 'you' when the main verb is a non-be verb.
中文： 在一般現在時的資訊疑問句（wh- 疑問句）中，當主要動詞為非 be 動詞時，助動詞「do」要放在主詞「you」之前。
What do you study on weekends?
你週末都讀什麼？
EN： In English-speaking cultures, asking about plans or resolutions for 'this year' is a very common and friendly way to start a conversation, especially around the New Year. Addressing someone directly by their first name (like 'Emma') at the end of a question adds warmth and personal connection to the dialogue.
中文： 在英語系國家中，詢問對方「今年」的計畫或新年新希望是非常常見且友善的社交話題。在問句尾端直接稱呼對方的名字（如「艾瑪」）能為對話增添溫暖與親切感。
EN： The verb 'want' is followed by an infinitive (to + verb) as its direct object. In this sentence, 'want' is followed by 'to learn', and 'learn' is also followed by another infinitive 'to swim' to show the action being learned.
中文： 動詞「want」（想要）後面必須接不定詞（to + 動詞原形）作為其直接受詞。在本句中，「want」後面接了「to learn」，而「learn」（學習）後面同樣接了另一個不定詞「to swim」來表示所學習的動作。
I want to learn to speak English.
我想學會說英文。
EN： The word 'well' is an adverb of manner used to modify the verb 'swim', indicating the ability to perform the action to a high standard.
中文： 單字「well」是地方/狀態副詞，用來修飾動詞「swim」（游泳），表示能夠以良好的標準完成該動作。
EN： The verb 'hope' is followed by a to-infinitive (to + base verb) when expressing a desire or plan for the future. In this structure, 'to join' acts as the direct object of the verb 'hope'.
中文： 動詞「hope」（希望）後面接不定詞（to + 原形動詞）來表示對未來的期望或計劃。在此結構中，「to join」作為動詞「hope」的直接受詞。
I hope to travel to Japan next year.
我希望明年去日本旅遊。
EN： The noun phrase 'the science club' uses the definite article 'the' because it refers to a specific, unique club within the school context that both the speaker and listener are aware of.
中文： 名詞片語「the science club」（科學社團）使用定冠詞「the」，因為它指的是學校情境中特定、獨特的社團，且說話者與聽話者雙方皆知情。
She decided to join the drama club.
她決定加入戲劇社團。
EN： In American and British schools, extracurricular activities and clubs (like the 'science club', 'drama club', or 'sports clubs') play a huge role in student life. Joining these clubs is highly encouraged to build social skills, explore interests, and enhance university applications.
中文： 在美式與英式學校教育中，課外活動與社團（如「科學社團」、「戲劇社團」或「運動社團」）在學生生活中扮演著極其重要的角色。學校非常鼓勵學生加入這些社團，以培養社交技巧、探索個人興趣，並為大學申請加分。
EN： The verb 'decide' is followed by a to-infinitive (to + base verb) when expressing a decision to perform an action.
中文： 動詞「decide」（決定）後面接不定詞（to + 原形動詞），用來表示決定去做某個動作。
She decided to buy a new laptop.
她決定買一台新筆電。
EN： 'A little' can be used as an adverb to mean 'slightly' or 'to a small degree', modifying a verb like 'study'.
中文： 「a little」可以作為副詞使用，意思是「稍微」或「一點點」，用來修飾像「study」（研讀）這樣的動詞。
I need to sleep a little before the meeting.
會議前我需要稍微睡一下。
EN： The verb 'need' is followed by a to-infinitive ('to' + base verb) when it expresses an obligation, necessity, or intention to perform an action.
中文： 動詞「need」（需要）後面接不定詞（to + 原形動詞），用來表示有義務、必要性或意圖去進行某個動作。
I need to study for my exams tonight.
我今天晚上需要為考試讀書。
EN： The pattern 'spend time on + noun' is used to express dedicating a certain amount of time to an activity or object. 'Less' is the comparative form of 'little', used here with the uncountable noun 'time'.
中文： 句型「spend time on + 名詞」用來表示在某個活動或事物上花費時間。「Less」是「little」的比較級，在此修飾不可數名詞「time」（時間），表示「較少的」。
She spends less time on social media now.
她現在花在社群媒體上的時間較少了。
EN： In modern English-speaking cultures, discussing digital well-being and limiting screen time (or time spent on video games) is a very common topic among students and young professionals as they strive for a balanced lifestyle.
中文： 在現代英語系國家的文化中，討論數位健康以及限制螢幕時間（或花在電子遊戲上的時間）是學生和年輕上班族之間非常常見的話題，因為大家都在努力追求平衡的生活方式。
EN： The dummy subject 'It' is used as a placeholder at the beginning of the sentence when the real subject is an infinitive phrase (to + verb). This structure (It + be + adjective + to-infinitive) is used to make sentences easier to understand and more natural, avoiding a long subject at the start.
中文： 虛主詞「It」在句首作為預位詞，用來代替後面真正的虛擬不定詞片語（to + 動詞）。這種結構（It + be 動詞 + 形容詞 + 不定詞）能避免句首過於冗長，使句子聽起來更自然、更容易理解。
It is important to exercise every day.
每天運動是很重要的。
EN： The to-infinitive 'to have' acts as the real subject of the sentence. In this context, 'have' means to possess or maintain a specific thing (a clear plan).
中文： 不定詞「to have」在此擔任句子的真正主詞。在本文境中，「have」表示擁有或保持某個特定的事物（一個明確的計劃）。
To learn a new language takes time.
學習一門新語言需要時間。
EN： The verb 'plan' is followed by a to-infinitive (to + base verb) to express an intention or a future arrangement. In this sentence, 'to save' acts as the direct object of the verb 'plan'.
中文： 動詞「plan」（計劃）後面接不定詞（to + 原形動詞），用來表示意圖或未來的安排。在此句子中，「to save」作為動詞「plan」的直接受詞。
I plan to visit my grandparents next weekend.
我計劃下週末去拜訪我的祖父母。
EN： The preposition 'for' is used here to indicate purpose or destination. When followed by a noun (like 'a trip'), it explains the reason or goal of the action (saving money).
中文： 介係詞「for」在此處用於表示目的或目標。當後面接名詞（如「a trip」）時，它解釋了該動作（存錢）的原因或目的。
She is studying hard for the exam.
她為了考試正在努力讀書。
EN： The verb 'agree' is followed by an infinitive (to + verb) to express consent or a decision to perform an action. In this sentence, 'agreed to study' shows that the decision was made in the past.
中文： 動詞「agree」（同意）後面接不定詞（to + 動詞原形），用來表示同意或決定去做某個動作。在本句中，「agreed to study」表示過去已經做出的決定。
They agreed to meet at the library.
他們同意在圖書館見面。
EN： The prepositional phrase 'on weekends' is used to describe an action that happens regularly on Saturdays and Sundays. In American English, 'on weekends' is common, while British English often uses 'at weekends'.
中文： 介系詞片語「on weekends」用來描述在星期六和星期日規律發生的動作。在美式英文中常用「on weekends」，而英式英文則常使用「at weekends」。
I usually visit my grandparents on weekends.
我通常在週末拜訪我的祖父母。
EN： The dummy subject 'It' is used as a placeholder at the beginning of the sentence when the real subject is an infinitive phrase (to + verb). This structure keeps the sentence balanced and avoids a heavy subject at the start.
中文： 虛主詞「It」在句首作為預位詞，用以代替真正的主詞（不定詞片語 to + 動詞）。這種結構能使句子結構平衡，避免句首過於冗長。
It is important to exercise every day.
每天運動是很重要的。
EN： The infinitive 'to chase' acts as the real subject of the sentence. It is placed after the adjective 'exciting' to complete the meaning of what is exciting.
中文： 不定詞「to chase」（去追求）在此作為句子的真正主詞。它被置於形容詞「exciting」之後，用以完整說明什麼事情是令人興奮的。
It is fun to learn a new language.
學習新語言是有趣的。
EN： In English-speaking cultures, especially around the New Year, there is a strong emphasis on self-improvement and setting 'resolutions' or 'goals'. Expressing excitement about these goals is a common way to motivate oneself and others.
中文： 在英語系國家中，特別是在新年期間，人們非常強調自我提升與設定「新年新希望」或「目標」。對這些目標表達興奮與期待，是激勵自己和他人很常見的方式。
EN： The structure 'Let's + base verb' (short for 'Let us') is used to make suggestions or proposals, inviting others to join in an action.
中文： 「Let's + 原形動詞」（為 Let us 的縮寫）用於提出建議或提議，邀請他人一同參與某個行動。
Let's work together to finish the project.
讓我們一起合作來完成這個專案。
EN： The verb 'promise' is followed by a to-infinitive ('to' + base verb) to express a commitment or agreement to do something in the future.
中文： 動詞「promise」（承諾/約定）後面接不定詞（to + 原形動詞），用來表示承諾或答應在未來做某事。
I promise to call you when I arrive.
我答應你我一到達就會打電話給你。
EN： In Western peer groups and educational settings, mutual growth and peer support ('helping each other grow') are highly valued concepts. It reflects a collaborative rather than purely competitive mindset.
中文： 在西方同儕群體和教育環境中，共同成長與同儕支持（「幫助彼此成長」）是備受重視的觀念。這反映了一種合作而非單純競爭的心態。
重要單字附有 IPA 發音、定義、例句和互動式測驗。
在本文中： 改善、提高，使事物變得更好
在本文中： 有耐心的
在本文中： 支持、鼓勵、幫助
在本文中： 日記、日誌
在本文中： 習慣
在本文中： 追逐、追求（目標、夢想）
在本文中： 同意、達成共識
在本文中： 極好的、令人愉快的
片語包含類型標示、雙語定義、用法說明和例句。
To stop trying to do something before you have finished, usually because it is too difficult.
放棄
To start something again in a new way, forgetting about the past.
重新開始、嶄新出發
Used to refer to two or more people who do something to, or feel something for, the other person or people.
彼此、互相
To keep money instead of spending it, especially in order to buy something in the future.
存錢、省錢