EN: The preposition 'despite' is used to show contrast. It is followed by a noun, pronoun, or gerund (-ing form), not a full clause (subject + verb).
中文: 介词“despite”(尽管)用于表示对比。后面必须接名词、代词或动名词(-ing 形式),不能接完整的从句(主语 + 动词)。
Despite the traffic, we arrived on time.
尽管交通拥堵,我们还是准时到达了。
EN: The verb 'enjoy' is a transitive verb that requires a direct object (in this case, 'the trip') to complete its meaning.
中文: 动词“enjoy”(享受/喜爱)是一个及物动词,需要接直接宾语(在此句中为“the trip”)来完整其语义。
They enjoyed the movie last night.
他们昨天晚上看那部电影看得很高兴。
EN: In English-speaking cultures, discussing the weather is a very common icebreaker. Expressing optimism despite bad weather (like rain during a holiday) is seen as a positive and polite conversational trait.
中文: 在英語系國家中,談論天氣是非常常見的破冰話題。即使天氣不好(例如旅行時下雨)依然展現樂觀的態度,被視為一種積極且有禮貌的對話特質。
EN: The subordinating conjunction 'although' is used to introduce a concession clause, showing contrast. In English, 'although' and 'but' cannot be used in the same sentence to connect the clauses, unlike in Chinese where '雖然' (although) and '但是' (but) often appear together.
中文: 从属连词“although”(虽然)用于引导让步状语从句,表示对比。在英文中,“although”和“but”(但是)不能同时出现在同一个句子中来连接从句,这与中文里“虽然”和“但是”经常成对出现的习惯不同。
Although the test was long, it felt fair.
虽然考试很长,但感觉很公平。
EN: The phrasal verb 'give up' means to stop trying to do something. When used with the adverb 'never', it emphasizes a continuous and absolute refusal to surrender or stop efforts in the past.
中文: 短语动词“give up”意思是放弃尝试。与副词“never”(从不)连用时,强调过去持续且绝对不放弃或不停止努力的态度。
EN: "In spite of" is a prepositional phrase used to express concession, meaning "despite" or "although there is." It must be followed by a noun, pronoun, or gerund (-ing form), not a full clause with a subject and verb.
中文: “In spite of”是一个介词短语,用来表示让步,意思是“尽管”或“虽然”。后面必须接名词、代词或动名词(-ing 形式),不能接含有主语和动词的完整从句。
In spite of the rain, they played soccer.
尽管下雨,他们还是踢了足球。
EN: The verb "keep" followed by a gerund (verb-ing) means to continue doing something without stopping, or to do something repeatedly.
中文: 动词“keep”后面接动名词(V-ing)表示持续做某事而不中断,或重复进行某个动作。
She kept working until midnight.
她一直工作到半夜。
EN: The subordinating conjunction 'while' is used to introduce a contrast between two facts or situations, similar to 'although' or 'whereas'. It often appears at the beginning of the sentence to set up a comparison.
中文: 从属连词“while”用于引导两个事实或情况之间的对比,类似于“although”(虽然)或“whereas”(然而)。它通常放在句首以建立对比关系。
While I prefer tea, my brother only drinks coffee.
虽然我偏好茶,但我哥哥只喝咖啡。
EN: The present simple tense is used here to describe general truths, habits, or permanent states (liking sports and loving art). Note the third-person singular 's' on the verb 'loves' agreeing with the subject 'my sister'.
中文: 此处使用一般现在时来描述普遍事实、习惯或永久状态(喜欢运动与热爱艺术)。请注意动词“loves”加上了第三人称单数的“s”,以与主语“my sister”(我妹妹)一致。
She plays the piano, while he plays the guitar.
她弹钢琴,而他弹吉他。
EN: "Even though" is a subordinating conjunction used to introduce a concession clause. It emphasizes a contrast between two facts, meaning 'despite the fact that'. Unlike in Chinese, we do not use 'but' (but) in the main clause when 'even though' is used.
中文: “Even though”是用于引导让步状语从句的从属连词。它强调两个事实之间的对比,意思是“尽管、虽然”。与中文不同的是,当英文句子开头使用了“even though”,后面的主句就不能再使用“but”(但是)。
Even though it was raining, we went for a walk.
虽然下着雨,我们还是去散步了。
EN: "A lot" is used here as an adverb meaning 'to a great degree' or 'frequently'. It modifies the verb 'learned' to show the extent of learning.
中文: “A lot”在此处用作副词,意思是“非常地”或“很多地”。它修饰动词“learned”(学习),用以表示学习的程度之深或收获之多。
She practices the piano a lot.
她经常练习弹钢琴。
EN: In English-speaking cultures, especially in sports and education, there is a strong emphasis on "growth mindset." Phrases like "Even though we lost, we learned a lot" reflect the value placed on the learning process and personal improvement over just winning.
中文: 在英語系國家的文化中(特別是在體育和教育領域),非常強調「成長型思維」(growth mindset)。像「Even though we lost, we learned a lot」這樣的句子,反映了人們比起單純的輸贏,更看重學習過程與個人成長的文化價值觀。
EN: The preposition 'despite' is used to express contrast (concession). It must be followed by a noun, pronoun, or a gerund (verb-ing). In this sentence, 'being' is the gerund form of the copula verb 'be', which allows the adjective 'tired' to follow.
中文: 介词“despite”(尽管)用于表示对比(让步)。后面必须接名词、代词或动名词(V-ing)。在本句中,“being”是系动词“be”的动名词形式,后面接形容词“tired”。
Despite feeling sick, he went to work.
尽管身体不舒服,他还是去上班了。
EN: A gerund phrase (e.g., 'being tired') acting as the object of a preposition can have an implied subject. The implied subject of the gerund must be the same as the subject of the main clause ('she').
中文: 作为介词宾语的动名词短语(例如“being tired”)具有隐含的主语。该动名词的隐含主语必须与主句的主语(“she”)一致。
Despite living abroad, she stays in touch with her family.
尽管住在国外,她仍与家人保持联系。
EN: The conjunction 'whereas' is used to compare or contrast two facts. It is a subordinating conjunction that introduces a contrast clause, meaning 'while on the contrary' or 'but by contrast'. It is often preceded by a comma.
中文: 连词“whereas”用于比较或对比两个事实。它是一个从属连词,引导一个表示对比的从句,意思是“然而”或“相比之下”。在“whereas”引导的从句前通常要加逗号。
She loves reading books, whereas her brother prefers watching movies.
她热爱读书,而她的兄弟则更喜欢看电影。
EN: The verb 'get' is used as a linking verb (copula) meaning 'to become' or 'to reach a state'. It is followed by an adjective (like 'nervous') to describe a change in state or feeling.
中文: 动词“get”在此处用作系动词,意思是“变得”或“达到某种状态”。其后接形容词(如“nervous”)来描述状态或感受的转变。
I get tired after working all day.
工作一整天后我会变得疲倦。
EN: In English-speaking cultures, discussing personality differences (such as being calm vs. nervous, or introverted vs. extroverted) is very common in casual conversations and self-reflection. Using 'whereas' adds a slightly formal, analytical, yet polite tone to contrast oneself with others without sounding overly critical.
中文: 在英語系國家的文化中,在日常對話或自我反省中討論性格差異(例如冷靜與緊張、內向與外向)是非常常見的。使用「whereas」能為對比自己與他人時增添一種稍微正式、具分析性且禮貌的語氣,而不會顯得過於批判。
EN: "In spite of" is a prepositional phrase used to express contrast, meaning "despite" or "regardless of." It is followed by a noun, pronoun, or gerund (-ing form), not a full clause with a verb.
中文: “In spite of”是一个介词短语,用来表示对比,意思是“尽管”或“不管”。其后必须接名词、代词或动名词(-ing形式),不能接包含动词的完整从句。
In spite of the heavy rain, they played the football match.
尽管下着大雨,他们还是进行了足球比赛。
EN: The simple present tense is used here ("runs") to describe a habitual action or routine that happens regularly, often accompanied by frequency adverbs or phrases like "every day."
中文: 这里使用一般现在时(“runs”)来描述规律发生的习惯性动作或日常惯例,通常会伴随频率副词或像“every day”(每天)这样的短语。
She practices the piano every day.
她每天都练习钢琴。
EN: In English-speaking cultures, active aging and maintaining physical fitness in older age are highly celebrated. Phrases like "In spite of his age" highlight admiration for someone's resilience and determination to stay healthy, reflecting a cultural value placed on independence and vitality throughout life.
中文: 在英語系國家中,人們非常推崇「活躍老化」以及在老年時期保持體能。像「In spite of his age」這樣的片語,強調了對某人保持健康的毅力與決心的欽佩,反映出社會對於終身保持獨立與活力的文化價值觀。
EN: The conjunction 'although' is used to introduce a subordinate clause of concession, showing a contrast between two ideas. In English, 'although' and 'but' cannot be used in the same sentence to connect the two clauses; only one conjunction is needed.
中文: 连接词“although”(虽然)用于引导让步状语从句,表示两个想法之间的对比。在英文中,“although”和“but”(但是)不能在同一个句子中同时使用来连接两个从句,只需使用其中一个连接词即可。
Although it was raining, they played soccer.
虽然下着雨,他们还是踢了足球。
EN: 'Feel' is a linking verb (copular verb) that is followed by an adjective (like 'fair') rather than an adverb, to describe the subject's state or the impression it gives.
中文: “feel”是一个系动词(感官动词),后面接形容词(如“fair”)而非副词,用来描述主语的状态或给人的印象。
EN: The preposition 'despite' is used to show contrast. It is followed by a noun, noun phrase, or pronoun (not a clause with a subject and verb). It has the same meaning as 'in spite of'.
中文: 介词“despite”(尽管)用于表示对比。其后须接名词、名词短语或代词(不能接含有主语和动词的从句)。其意思与“in spite of”相同。
Despite the rain, they played the soccer match.
尽管下雨,他们还是进行了足球比赛。
EN: The adjective 'worth' is used in the pattern 'be worth + noun/pronoun/gerund' to indicate that something has a value equal to the specified cost, effort, or time.
中文: 形容词“worth”(值得的)常用于“be worth + 名词/代词/动名词”的句型中,用来表示某事物具有与所付出的代价、努力或时间相等的价值。
The museum is definitely worth a visit.
这间博物馆绝对值得一访。
EN: The conjunction 'while' is used at the beginning of a subordinate clause to show contrast between two facts or ideas. It functions similarly to 'whereas' or 'although' and helps to balance two opposing points in a single sentence.
中文: 连词“while”用于从句的开头,用来表示两个事实或观点之间的对比。它的功能类似于“whereas”(然而)或“although”(虽然),有助于在单一句子中平衡两个相反的观点。
While some people prefer tea, others love coffee.
虽然有些人偏好茶,但其他人则热爱咖啡。
EN: Adjectives like 'busy' and 'calm' function as subject complements following the linking verb 'is'. They describe the state or quality of the subjects 'city life' and 'country life' respectively.
中文: 像“busy”(忙碌的)和“calm”(平静的)这样的形容词,在系动词“is”后面担任主语补足语。它们分别描述了主语“city life”(城市生活)和“country life”(乡村生活)的状态或特征。
The weather is warm, but the wind is cool.
天气很温暖,但风很凉爽。
EN: The contrast between the fast-paced 'city life' and the peaceful 'country life' is a common theme in English-speaking cultures, often discussed in debates about lifestyle choices, work-life balance, and retirement.
中文: 快速步調的「城市生活」與寧靜的「鄉村生活」之間的對比,是英語系國家文化中常見的主題,經常出現在關於生活方式選擇、工作與生活平衡以及退休規劃的討論中。
EN: "Even though" is a subordinating conjunction used to introduce a concession clause. It emphasizes a contrast between two facts, meaning 'despite the fact that.' It is stronger and more emphatic than 'although' or 'though.' Note that in English, we do not use 'but' in the main clause when 'even though' is used.
中文: “Even though”(虽然、尽管)是用来引导让步修饰从句的从属连词。它强调两个事实之间的对比,语气比“although”或“though”更为强烈。请注意,英文语法中,当句子开头使用了“even though”,后面的主句就不能再使用“but”(但是)。
Even though it was raining heavily, they went for a walk.
虽然雨下得很大,他们还是去散步了。
EN: The modal verb 'will' is used here to express determination, resolve, or a strong willingness to perform an action in the future.
中文: 情态助动词“will”在此处用于表示决心、意志或在未来执行某动作的强烈意愿(将会、愿意)。
I will finish this project on time, no matter what.
无论如何,我一定会按时完成这个项目。
EN: The conjunction 'whether' is used to introduce a noun clause that expresses doubt or choice between alternatives (often implying 'whether or not'). In this sentence, the clause 'whether studying abroad is worth it' acts as the direct object of the verb 'debate'.
中文: 连词“whether”(是否)用于引导名词性从句,表示怀疑或在不同选择之间做抉择(通常隐含“是否…”之意)。在本句中,从句“whether studying abroad is worth it”作为动词“debate”的直接宾语。
I am not sure whether we should accept the offer.
我不确定我们是否应该接受这个提议。
EN: The phrase 'be worth it' is a common idiomatic expression meaning to be useful, helpful, or important enough to justify the effort, time, or money spent on it. 'It' acts as a placeholder for the activity being discussed.
中文: 短语“be worth it”是一个常见的习语,意思是某件事物非常有用、有帮助或足够重要,值得为其付出努力、时间或金钱。其中的“it”代表所讨论的活动。
The climb was difficult, but the view from the top was worth it.
攀登过程很艰难,但山顶的景色非常值得。
EN: The debate over studying abroad is a common topic in global education. While it offers language immersion and personal growth, the high financial cost and potential homesickness make it a significant decision for many families worldwide.
中文: 關於出國留學的爭論是全球教育中的常見話題。雖然它能提供語言沉浸環境和個人成長,但高昂的經濟成本和潛在的思鄉病,使其成為全球許多家庭面臨的重大決定。
EN: The preposition 'despite' is used to show contrast. It must be followed by a noun, pronoun, or gerund (-ing form), not a full clause with a subject and verb.
中文: 介词“despite”(尽管)用于表示对比。其后必须接名词、代词或动名词(-ing形式),不能接含有主语和动词的完整从句。
Despite the rain, they played the soccer match.
尽管下雨,他们还是进行了足球比赛。
EN: The verb phrase 'dream of' is followed by a gerund (verb-ing) or a noun to express a strong desire or aspiration to do something.
中文: 动词短语“dream of”(梦想…)后面接动名词(动词-ing)或名词,用来表示做某事的强烈渴望或抱负。
She dreams of becoming a professional musician.
她梦想成为一名职业音乐家。
EN: In many cultures, studying abroad is seen as a major milestone and a pathway to global career opportunities, which justifies the high financial investment for many families.
中文: 在許多文化中,出國留學被視為人生的一個重要里程碑,也是通往全球就業機會的途徑,這也解釋了為什麼許多家庭願意為此付出高昂的資金投資。
EN: The subordinating conjunction 'although' is used to introduce a concession clause, showing a contrast between two ideas. In English, we do not use 'but' in the main clause when 'although' is used to start the sentence.
中文: 从属连词“although”(虽然)用于引导让步状语从句,表示两个想法之间的对比。在英文语法中,当句首使用了“although”时,主句中“不可”再使用“but”(但是)。
Although the weather was cold, they decided to go for a walk.
虽然天气很冷,他们还是决定去散步。
EN: The verb 'teach' can be used metaphorically to mean that an experience or situation helps someone acquire a quality or skill (e.g., 'teaches independence').
中文: 动词“teach”(教导)可以用作比喻,表示某种经历或情境能帮助某人获得某种特质或技能(例如“培养独立性”)。
Living alone teaches self-reliance.
独自生活能培养自立能力。
EN: In Western cultures, especially in English-speaking countries, 'independence' (self-reliance and individual responsibility) is highly valued. Studying abroad or living alone is often seen as a crucial rite of passage for young adults to develop this trait.
中文: 在西方文化中(特別是英語系國家),「獨立性」(自立與個人責任感)被視為極其重要的價值觀。出國留學或獨自生活,通常被年輕人視為培養這種特質的重要成年禮。
EN: The prepositional phrase 'in spite of' is used to show contrast, meaning 'despite' or 'not prevented by'. It must be followed by a noun, pronoun, or gerund (-ing form), not a full clause.
中文: 介词短语“in spite of”用于表示对比,意思是“尽管”或“虽然有…”。后面必须接名词、代词或动名词(-ing形式),不能接完整的从句。
In spite of the heavy rain, they decided to go for a walk.
尽管下着大雨,他们还是决定去散步。
EN: The prepositional phrase 'in ... ways' is used to describe the manner or method in which something happens. The adjective 'surprising' modifies 'ways' to show the nature of the growth.
中文: 介词短语“in ... ways”用于描述某事发生的方式或方法。形容词“surprising”(令人惊讶的)修饰“ways”(方式),用以说明成长的特质。
She helps her community in various ways.
她以各种方式帮助她的社区。
EN: The subordinating conjunction 'while' is used to introduce a contrast between two situations, similar to 'although' or 'whereas'. It often appears at the beginning of a sentence to set up a comparison.
中文: 从属连词“while”用于引导两个情况之间的对比,类似于“although”(虽然)或“whereas”(然而)。它经常出现在句首以建立对比关系。
While some people prefer tea, others love coffee.
虽然有些人偏好茶,但其他人则热爱咖啡。
EN: The pronoun 'others' is used to refer to other people or things of the same type, often paired with 'some' to divide a group into two contrasting categories ('some... others...').
中文: 代词“others”用于指代同类型的其他人或事物,通常与“some”搭配使用,将一个群体分为两个对比的类别(“有些人……,其他人……”)。
Some students passed the exam, while others failed.
有些学生通过了考试,而其他人则不及格。
EN: In English-speaking cultures, discussing language learning challenges is very common. The phrase 'struggle at first' is a highly empathetic way to acknowledge that difficulties are a normal, temporary part of the learning process, rather than a permanent failure.
中文: 在英語系國家中,討論語言學習的挑戰是非常常見的話題。「struggle at first」(起初感到吃力)是一個非常有同理心的表達方式,它承認了困難是學習過程中正常且暫時的一部分,而非永久性的失敗。
EN: "Even though" is a subordinating conjunction used to introduce a concession clause. It expresses a strong contrast between two facts, meaning 'despite the fact that'. Unlike 'although' or 'though', 'even though' emphasizes the contrast more strongly. Note that in English, we do not use 'but' in the main clause when 'even though' is used.
中文: “Even though”(虽然、尽管)是用来引导让步修饰从句的从属连词。它表示两个事实之间的强烈对比,意思是“尽管某事实如此”。与“although”或“though”相比,“even though”的语气更为强烈。请注意,英文中既然使用了“even though”,后面的主句就不能再使用“but”(但是)。
Even though she studied hard, she didn't pass the exam.
虽然她非常努力读书,但她还是没有通过考试。
EN: The phrase "over time" is an adverbial phrase meaning gradually or as time passes. It is commonly used to describe a process of change, adaptation, or development that happens slowly and steadily.
中文: 短语“over time”是一个副词短语,意思是“随着时间过去”或“逐渐地”。它通常用来描述一个缓慢且稳定发生的改变、适应或发展过程。
Your English skills will improve over time if you practice every day.
如果你每天练习,你的英语能力随着时间过去自然会进步。
EN: Homesickness is a very common topic in Western academic and counseling contexts, especially for international students or those moving away from home for the first time. Universities often have specific support systems to help students 'adjust over time,' acknowledging that culture shock and longing for home are normal parts of the transitional experience.
中文: 「想家」(Homesickness)在西方學術和諮商情境中是一個非常常見的話題,特別是針對留學生或首次離開家鄉的人。西方大學通常設有專門的輔導系統來幫助學生「隨著時間適應」,因為他們認為文化衝擊和想家是適應新環境過程中非常正常的現象。
EN: The preposition 'despite' is used to show contrast. It must be followed by a noun, pronoun, or a gerund (verb-ing). In this sentence, 'being' is a gerund acting as the object of the preposition.
中文: 介词“despite”(尽管)用于表示对比。后面必须接名词、代词或动名词(V-ing)。在本句中,“being”是动名词,作为该介词的宾语。
Despite feeling tired, Emma finished her homework.
尽管觉得累,艾玛还是完成了她的作业。
EN: The phrase 'far from' is an adjectival or adverbial phrase meaning 'at a great distance from'. It is often used to describe physical or metaphorical distance.
中文: 短语“far from”是形容词或副词短语,意思是“远离”或“离…很远”。常用于描述空间上或隐喻上的距离。
Leo lives far from the city center.
里奥住得离市中心很远。
EN: In Western academic and social culture, moving far from home for university or work is often seen as a key milestone for personal growth and independence. Building a 'chosen family' or a strong network of friends is highly valued as a way to cope with homesickness.
中文: 在西方學術與社交文化中,為了大學或工作而遠離家鄉,通常被視為個人成長與獨立的重要里程碑。建立「選擇的家人」(chosen family)或強大的朋友網絡,被視為克服思鄉病的重要方式。
EN: The conjunction 'whereas' is used to introduce a contrast between two facts or ideas. It is a subordinating conjunction that typically connects two independent clauses, highlighting a direct comparison.
中文: 连接词“whereas”(然而、尽管)用于引出两个事实或观点之间的对比。它是一个从属连词,通常连接两个独立从句,用以强调直接的对比。
He loves active outdoor sports, whereas his brother prefers playing video games indoors.
他热爱活跃的户外运动,而他的兄弟则更喜欢在室内打电子游戏。
EN: Gerunds (verb + -ing) like 'studying' and 'study' (used as a noun phrase 'local study') can function as subjects of sentences. When a gerund phrase is the subject, it takes a singular verb (e.g., 'feels').
中文: 动名词(动词 + -ing)如“studying”以及名词短语“local study”(本地学习)可以作为句子的主语。当动名词短语或单数概念的名词短语作主语时,动词须使用单数形式(例如“feels”)。
Learning a new language opens up many career opportunities.
学习一门新语言能开拓许多职业机会。
EN: In English-speaking academic cultures, there is a strong emphasis on personal growth and stepping out of one's 'comfort zone'. Studying abroad is often romanticized or highly valued as a 'bold' move that fosters independence, whereas staying local is sometimes viewed as the pragmatic, 'safe' choice.
中文: 在英語系國家的學術文化中,非常強調個人成長與跨出「舒適圈」。出國留學通常被賦予浪漫色彩,或被視為培養獨立自主的「大膽」嘗試;相較之下,留在本地讀書有時會被視為務實且「安全」的選擇。
EN: The subordinating conjunction 'although' is used to introduce a concession clause, showing a contrast between two ideas. In English, 'although' and 'but' cannot be used together in the same sentence to connect the clauses.
中文: 从属连词“although”(虽然)用于引导让步修饰从句,表示两个想法之间的对比。在英文中,“although”和“but”(但是)不能同时出现在同一个句子中来连接从句。
Although the weather was cold, we went for a walk.
虽然天气很冷,我们还是去散步了。
EN: The word 'each' is a singular distributive pronoun. When used as a subject, it takes a singular verb (e.g., 'suits' with an '-s' ending in the simple present tense).
中文: 单词“each”(每一个)是单数分配代词。当它作为主语时,后面必须接单数动词(例如在一般现在时中,动词“suit”要加上“-s”变成“suits”)。
Each student has a unique talent.
每个学生都有独特的才能。
EN: The prepositional phrase 'In spite of' is used to show contrast. It means 'despite' or 'not prevented by' and must be followed by a noun, pronoun, or gerund (verb-ing), rather than a full clause.
中文: 介词短语“In spite of”用于表示对比,意思是“尽管”或“虽然有…”,后面必须接名词、代词或动名词(V-ing),而不能接完整的从句。
In spite of the heavy rain, they decided to go for a walk.
尽管下着大雨,他们还是决定去散步。
EN: The verb 'say' is followed by an omitted 'that' in an object clause (noun clause) acting as the direct object: 'many say [that] it changed their lives'. This is common in informal and semi-formal English.
中文: 动词“say”后面接了一个省略了连词“that”的宾语从句(名词性从句)作为直接宾语:“many say [that] it changed their lives”。这在非正式和半正式的英语中非常常见。
EN: The subordinating conjunction 'while' is used at the beginning of a clause to introduce a contrast or concession, meaning 'although' or 'even though'. Unlike in Chinese, we do not use 'but' (但是) in the main clause when 'while' is used.
中文: 从属连词“while”用于引导让步状语从句,表示“虽然”或“尽管”,用以引出与主句对比的情况。请注意,英文中既然使用了“while”,主句开头就不能再使用“but”(但是)。
While she loves her job, she wants more free time.
虽然她热爱她的工作,但她想要有更多自由时间。
EN: The phrasal verb 'lead to' means to cause something to happen or exist, or to result in a particular outcome. It is followed by a noun or a gerund (V-ing).
中文: 短语动词“lead to”意为“导致”、“带来”或“造成”某种结果。后面必须接名词或动名词(V-ing)作为宾语。
Hard work often leads to success.
努力往往会带来成功。
EN: The preposition 'Despite' is used to express contrast (concession). It must be followed by a noun, pronoun, or gerund (-ing form), not a full clause with a subject and verb.
中文: 介词“Despite”(尽管)用于表示对比或让步。后面必须接名词、代词或动名词(-ing 形式),不能直接接含有主语和动词的完整从句。
Despite the heavy rain, they decided to go for a walk.
尽管下着大雨,他们还是决定去散步。
EN: A gerund phrase (here, 'trying something new') can function as the subject of a sentence. It is treated as a singular noun phrase, which is why it takes the singular verb 'is'.
中文: 动名词短语(在此为“trying something new”)可以作为句子的主语。它被视为单数名词短语,因此搭配单数动词“is”。
Learning a new language opens up many opportunities.
学习一门新语言会开启许多机会。
EN: This sentence reflects a common modern self-improvement and growth-mindset philosophy in English-speaking cultures. It emphasizes that the value of trying new things lies in the experience and personal growth gained, regardless of whether the outcome is a 'success' or 'failure'.
中文: 這句話反映了英語系國家中常見的「自我提升」與「成長型思維」哲學。它強調嘗試新事物的價值在於過程中所獲得的經驗與個人成長,不論最終結果是「成功」還是「失敗」,都不算白費。
EN: The preposition 'despite' is used to show contrast. It is followed by a noun, pronoun, or gerund (-ing form), not a full clause (subject + verb).
中文: 介词“despite”(尽管)用于表示对比。其后必须接名词、代词或动名词(-ing 形式),不能接完整的从句(主语 + 动词)。
Despite the traffic, we arrived on time.
尽管交通堵塞,我们还是准时到达了。
EN: The phrase 'enjoy the trip' uses the transitive verb 'enjoy' followed directly by its object 'the trip' to express having a good time during a journey.
中文: 短语“enjoy the trip”(玩得开心、享受旅程)使用及物动词“enjoy”,后方直接加上宾语“the trip”,用来表达在旅途中度过愉快的时光。
Did you enjoy the party last night?
你昨晚的派对玩得开心吗?
EN: In English-speaking cultures, asking about someone's trip or experience despite bad weather is a common, polite way to show care and initiate friendly small talk.
中文: 在英語系國家中,詢問他人即使在壞天氣下是否依然玩得開心,是一種非常常見且禮貌的關懷方式,常用於開啟友好的閒聊。
EN: The prepositional phrase 'in spite of' is used to show contrast, meaning 'despite' or 'not being prevented by'. It must be followed by a noun, pronoun, or gerund (-ing form), not a full clause.
中文: 介词短语“in spite of”用于表示对比,意思是“尽管”或“虽然”。后面必须接名词、代词或动名词(-ing 形式),不能接完整的从句。
In spite of the heavy traffic, we arrived on time.
尽管交通拥堵,我们还是准时到达了。
EN: The pronoun 'it' is used here as an empty subject (dummy pronoun) to refer to a general situation or experience (the trip) rather than a specific object.
中文: 代词“it”在此处用作形式主语(虚设代词),用来指代整体的状况或体验(例如这次旅行),而非具体的某个物品。
It was a great party last night.
昨晚的派对非常好玩。
EN: In English-speaking cultures, discussing the weather is a very common icebreaker or conversational topic. Acknowledging bad weather ('in spite of the weather') but focusing on the positive outcome ('it was fun') reflects a common social norm of maintaining a polite and optimistic tone in casual conversations.
中文: 在英語系國家中,談論天氣是非常常見的破冰話題。承認天氣不好(in spite of the weather)但同時強調積極的結果(it was fun),反映了在日常社交對話中保持禮貌與樂觀態度的常見文化習慣。
EN: The conjunction 'although' is used to introduce a subordinate clause of concession, showing a contrast between two facts. Unlike in Chinese, 'although' (雖然) and 'but' (但是) cannot be used together in the same English sentence.
中文: 从属连词“although”(虽然)用于引导表示让步的状语从句,用以呈现两个事实之间的对比。请注意,英语中“although”(虽然)与“but”(但是)不能同时出现在同一个句子中,这与中文的习惯不同。
Although it was raining, they went for a walk.
虽然正在下雨,他们还是去散步了。
EN: The simple past tense is used to describe completed actions in the past. Here, 'was' and 'finished' indicate that both being tired and completing the project happened and ended in the past.
中文: 一般过去时用于描述过去已经完成的动作或状态。在此句中,“was”和“finished”表示“疲倦”与“完成项目”这两件事都发生在过去,且已经结束。
She finished her homework before dinner.
她在晚餐前完成了她的作业。
EN: The conjunction 'while' is used at the beginning of a subordinate clause to show contrast between two ideas, similar to 'although' or 'whereas'. In English, we do not use 'but' in the main clause when 'while' is used.
中文: 连接词“while”用于从句的开头,用来表示两个想法之间的对比,类似于“although”(虽然)或“whereas”(然而)。在英文中,当从句开头使用了“while”,主句中就不能再使用“but”(但是)。
While I enjoy hot weather, my husband prefers the cold.
虽然我喜欢炎热的天气,但我丈夫更喜欢寒冷。
EN: Gerunds (verb + -ing) function as nouns. In this sentence, 'reading' and 'gaming' are gerunds acting as the direct objects of the verbs 'prefer' and 'loves' respectively.
中文: 动名词(动词 + -ing)在句中具有名词的功能。在本句中,“reading”(阅读)和“gaming”(玩电子游戏)是动名词,分别作为动词“prefer”(偏好)和“loves”(热爱)的直接宾语。
She prefers swimming to running.
比起跑步,她更偏好游泳。
EN: In modern English-speaking culture, 'gaming' has evolved from a niche hobby to a mainstream form of entertainment and social connection, often contrasted with traditional solitary activities like 'reading'. The sentence reflects a common dynamic of accepting and highlighting differing personal interests within friendships or relationships.
中文: 在現代英語系國家的文化中,「gaming」(玩電玩/遊戲)已從非主流的小眾愛好演變為主流的娛樂與社交方式,經常與「reading」(閱讀)等傳統的靜態個人活動進行對比。這句話反映了在朋友或人際關係中,人們習於接受並強調彼此擁有不同個人興趣的互動模式。
EN: The preposition 'despite' is used to show contrast. It means 'without being affected by' and must be followed by a noun, pronoun, or gerund (-ing form), not a full clause.
中文: 介词“despite”(尽管)用于表示对比。其意思是“不受……影响”,后面必须接名词、代词或动名词(-ing 形式),不能接完整的从句。
Despite the rain, they played the soccer match.
尽管下雨,他们还是进行了足球比赛。
EN: The phrasal verb 'focus on' means to direct one's attention or effort towards a particular thing. 'On' is the preposition that links the verb 'focus' to its object.
中文: 短语动词“focus on”意思是将注意力或精力集中在特定事物上。介词“on”用来连接动词“focus”与其宾语。
You need to focus on your studies.
你需要专注于你的学业。
EN: "Even though" is a subordinating conjunction used to introduce a concession clause. It emphasizes a strong contrast between two facts, meaning "despite the fact that." Unlike in Chinese, we do not use "but" (但是) in the main clause when "even though" is used.
中文: “Even though”(虽然/即使)是用来引导让步修饰从句的从属连词。它强调两个事实之间的强烈对比,意思是“尽管某事实存在”。与中文语法不同的是,英文中既然使用了“even though”,主句就不能再使用“but”(但是)。
Even though it was raining, they played soccer.
虽然下着雨,他们还是踢了足球。
EN: The verb "work" in this context is an intransitive verb meaning "to bring about the desired result" or "to be successful." It does not require a direct object.
中文: 动词“work”在此处是不及物动词,意思是“产生预期的效果”或“成功、奏效”,后面不需要接直接宾语。
EN: The conjunction 'whereas' is used to introduce a subordinate clause that contrasts with the main clause. It is often used in formal contexts to highlight a direct opposition between two facts or ideas.
中文: 连接词“whereas”(然而、尽管)用于引导一个与主句形成对比的从句。它常用于正式语境中,用来强调两个事实或观点之间的直接对比。
She prefers living in the city, whereas her husband loves the countryside.
她喜欢住在城市,而她的丈夫则热爱乡村。
EN: The adjective 'hard' is followed by the prepositional phrase 'for me' to indicate the person who experiences the difficulty. This structure 'adjective + for + person' is commonly used to express personal opinions or experiences.
中文: 形容词“hard”(困难的)后面接介词短语“for me”(对我来说),用来指出体验到该难度的人。这种“形容词 + for + 某人”的结构常用于表达个人观点或感受。
This puzzle is easy for him, but difficult for me.
这个谜题对他来说很简单,但对我来说很难。
EN: "In spite of" is a prepositional phrase used to express contrast, meaning "despite" or "regardless of." It must be followed by a noun, pronoun, or gerund (verb-ing), not a full clause.
中文: “In spite of”是一个介词短语,用来表示对比,意思是“尽管”或“不管”。后面必须接名词、代词或动名词(V-ing),不能接完整的从句。
In spite of the rain, they played soccer.
尽管下雨,他们还是踢了足球。
EN: The phrase "be worth it" is a common idiomatic expression meaning to be useful, helpful, or important enough to justify the cost, effort, or time spent.
中文: 短语“be worth it”是一个常见的习语,意思是某事物非常有用、有帮助或足够重要,值得所花费的成本、努力或时间。
The long queue was annoying, but the food was worth it.
排长队很令人烦躁,但食物很值得。
EN: The conjunction 'although' is used to introduce a subordinate clause of concession, showing a contrast with the main clause. In English, we do not use 'but' in the main clause when 'although' is used.
中文: 连接词“although”(虽然)用于引导让步状语从句,表示与主句的对比。在英文中,当句子开头使用了“although”,后面的主句就不能再使用“but”(但是)。
Although it was raining, we went for a walk.
虽然下着雨,我们还是去散步了。
EN: The verb 'stay' can function as a linking verb meaning 'to continue to be in a particular state or relation'. It is followed by a noun or adjective.
中文: 动词“stay”可以作为系动词,意思是“保持、继续处于某种状态或关系”,后面常接名词或形容词。
They stayed partners for ten years.
他们当了十年的合伙人。
EN: In Western culture, separating personal relationships from professional or intellectual disagreements is highly valued. It is common and respected to 'agree to disagree' while maintaining a strong friendship.
中文: 在西方文化中,將個人關係與專業或觀點上的分歧分開是非常受到重視的。人們普遍尊重「求同存異」(agree to disagree)的態度,即使意見不合也能維持深厚的友誼。
EN: The preposition 'despite' is used to show contrast. It is followed by a noun, noun phrase, or pronoun, but never by a clause (subject + verb). It has the same meaning as 'in spite of'.
中文: 介词“despite”(尽管)用于表示对比。其后必须接名词、名词短语或代词,绝不能接从句(主语 + 动词)。其意思与“in spite of”相同。
Despite the rain, they went for a walk.
尽管下雨,他们还是去散步了。
EN: The modal verb 'should' is used to express advice, recommendation, or obligation. It is followed by the base form of the verb (in this case, 'try'). 'Still' is an adverb used here to emphasize that the action should happen regardless of the doubts.
中文: 情态助动词“should”(应该)用于表达建议、推荐或义务。其后接动词原形(在此为“try”)。“still”(仍然/还是)在此作为副词,用以强调不论存在何种疑虑,该行动都应该进行。
We should still call him to make sure.
我们还是应该打电话给他以确认一下。
重要单词附有 IPA 发音、定义、例句和互动式测验。
在本文中: 然而、但是,用于对比两件事物
在本文中: 讨论、争论、辩论
在本文中: 独立、自立
在本文中: 思乡病、想家
在本文中: 适应、习惯(新环境)
在本文中: 大胆的、勇敢的
在本文中: 勇气、胆量
在本文中: 不同意、意见不合
片语包含类型标示、双语定义、用法说明和例句。
To stop trying to do something; to surrender.
放弃、半途而废
Deserving of the time, effort, or money spent.
值得的、有价值的
The act of pursuing educational opportunities in a country other than one's own.
留学、出国留学
Gradually as time passes.
随着时间过去、逐渐