EN: The verb 'avoid' is a transitive verb that must be followed by a gerund (V-ing) rather than an infinitive (to V) when expressing the action that is being evaded.
中文: 动词“avoid”(避免)是及物动词,后面若要接动作作为宾语,必须使用动名词(V-ing),而不能使用不定式(to V)。
She avoids eating sugary snacks before bedtime.
她避免在睡前吃含糖点心。
EN: The coordinating conjunction 'but' is used to connect two independent clauses that present contrasting ideas. A comma is typically placed before 'but' when it connects two complete sentences.
中文: 并列连词“but”(但是)用于连接两个语义对比的独立分句。当它连接两个完整的句子时,前面通常要加逗号。
I want to go for a walk, but it is raining outside.
我想去散步,但外面正在下雨。
EN: The term 'scrolling' (or 'doomscrolling' in more negative contexts) refers to the modern digital habit of continuously swiping down on social media feeds. This sentence reflects a growing global awareness of digital well-being and screen time management.
中文: 「scrolling」(刷螢幕,在更消極的語境中也被稱為「doomscrolling」/ 毀滅性刷螢幕)指的是現代人持續在社群媒體上向下滑動瀏覽的數位習慣。這句話反映了全球對於「數位健康」(digital well-being)和螢幕時間管理的日益重視。
EN: Adverbial clauses of time are introduced by conjunctions like 'when'. In this sentence, 'When I finish my work' sets the timeframe for the main action. Although it refers to a future-oriented routine, the present simple tense ('finish') is used in the time clause.
中文: 时间状语从句由“when”(当……时)等连词引导。在本句中,“When I finish my work”为主句的动作设定了时间背景。虽然这指的是针对未来的一种常态性习惯,但在时间状语从句中要用一般现在时(finish)。
When I arrive at the office, I will call you.
当我到达办公室时,我会打电话给你。
EN: The verb 'allow' can take a reflexive pronoun (like 'myself') and a direct object ('some games') to mean permitting oneself to have or do something as a reward or treat.
中文: 动词“allow”(允许)可以接反身代词(如“myself”)和直接宾语(“some games”),表示允许自己拥有或做某事,通常带有给予自己奖励或享受的意味。
She allows herself a piece of chocolate after dinner.
她允许自己在晚餐后吃一块巧克力。
EN: The phrasal verb 'turn off' means to stop a device or system from functioning. It is a separable phrasal verb, meaning the object can go between 'turn' and 'off' (e.g., 'turn notifications off') or after 'off' (e.g., 'turn off notifications').
中文: 短语动词“turn off”表示关闭设备或系统。它是一个可拆分的短语动词,这意味着宾语可以放在“turn”和“off”之间(例如“turn notifications off”),也可以放在“off”之后(例如“turn off notifications”)。
Please turn off the lights when you leave.
你离开时请把灯关掉。
EN: The subordinating conjunction 'because' is used to introduce a subordinate clause that gives the reason for the action in the main clause. It connects the main clause 'I turn off notifications' with the reason 'they distract me'.
中文: 从属连词“because”(因为)用于引导从句,以说明主句动作的原因。它将主句“I turn off notifications”与原因“they distract me”连接起来。
She stayed at home because it was raining.
她待在家里,因为下雨了。
EN: In the modern digital age, 'digital detox' and managing screen time have become significant cultural topics in English-speaking countries. Turning off notifications is a commonly recommended practice to maintain focus and mental well-being.
中文: 在現代數位時代,「數位排毒」(digital detox)和管理螢幕時間已成為英語國家重要的文化議題。關閉通知是維持專注力和心理健康的一項常見建議做法。
EN: The conjunction 'Although' is used to introduce a subordinate clause of concession, showing a contrast. In English, we do not use 'but' in the main clause when 'although' is used to start the sentence.
中文: 连词“Although”(虽然)用于引导表示让步的从句,以呈现对比。在英语语法中,当句首使用了“although”时,主句中绝对不能再用“but”(但是)。
Although it was raining, we went for a walk.
虽然正在下雨,我们还是去散步了。
EN: The linking verb 'is' connects the subject to a subject complement (an adjective like 'fun' or 'important') to describe the state or quality of the subject.
中文: 系动词“is”(是)用来连接主语与主语补足语(如形容词“fun”或“important”),以描述主语的状态或特征。
Learning English is exciting.
学英语是令人兴奋的。
EN: In modern digital culture, the concept of 'digital detox' or finding a 'healthy tech-life balance' is highly discussed. This sentence reflects the growing awareness, especially among younger generations, of the need to control screen time rather than letting devices control them.
中文: 在現代數位文化中,「數位排毒」(digital detox)或尋求「健康科技生活平衡」是熱門話題。這句話反映了人們(特別是年輕一代)逐漸意識到需要掌控螢幕使用時間,而不是被電子裝置所控制。
EN: The coordinating conjunction 'or' is used to connect two words, phrases, or clauses of equal grammatical rank, presenting a choice or alternative. Here, it connects two simple present verbs: 'read' and 'draw'.
中文: 对等连词“or”(或者)用于连接语法地位相同的两个单词、短语或从句,表示选择或替代关系。在此处,它连接了两个一般现在时的动词:“read”(阅读)与“draw”(画画)。
You can walk or take the bus to the library.
你可以走路或坐公交车去图书馆。
EN: The subordinating conjunction 'when' introduces an adverbial clause of time, which indicates when the action in the main clause occurs. In this sentence, 'when I need a screen break' tells us when the speaker reads or draws.
中文: 从属连词“when”(当……时)引导时间状语从句,用来表示主句动作发生的时间。在本句中,“when I need a screen break”说明了说话者在什么时候会阅读或画画。
I usually drink water when I wake up.
我起床时通常会喝水。
EN: The term 'screen break' has become highly relevant in modern digital wellness culture. It refers to taking a conscious pause from looking at digital devices (phones, computers, TVs) to reduce eye strain and mental fatigue, reflecting a growing global awareness of digital detox and balance.
中文: 「screen break」(螢幕休息時間)這個詞在現代數位健康(digital wellness)文化中非常常見。它指的是刻意暫停使用手機、電腦或電視等數位裝置,以減輕眼睛疲勞與精神壓力,反映出全球對於「數位排毒」與生活平衡日益增長的重視。
EN: This sentence uses the Zero Conditional (If + present simple, present simple). It is used to talk about things that are always true, scientific facts, or general habits. In this case, it expresses a direct cause-and-effect relationship that is universally true for anyone.
中文: 此句使用了“零条件句”(If + 一般现在时,一般现在时)。它用于描述总是属实的事情、科学事实或一般习惯。在此处,它表达了一个对任何人来说都成立的直接因果关系。
If you heat ice, it melts.
如果你加热冰块,它就会融化。
EN: The use of the possessive adjectives 'your' indicates ownership or association with the second-person pronoun 'you'. It helps personalize the advice, making it directly address the listener or reader.
中文: 所有格形容词“your”(你的)的使用表示与第二人称代词“you”(你)的所有权或关联。这有助于使建议个性化,直接对听者或读者说话。
You should wash your hands before eating.
你应该在吃东西前洗手。
EN: In modern digital wellness culture, 'controlling your phone' rather than letting it control you is a highly discussed topic. This sentence reflects the growing global movement toward digital detox and mindful technology use.
中文: 在現代數位健康文化中,「掌控你的手機」而不是讓手機掌控你,是一個被高度討論的話題。這句話反映了全球對於「數位排毒」和「正念使用科技」日益增長的關注。
EN: The coordinating conjunction 'so' is used to introduce a clause showing the result of the action in the first clause. It connects two independent clauses, often preceded by a comma.
中文: 并列连词「so」(所以)用于引导表示结果的从句,用来连接两个独立分句,前面通常要加逗号。
The weather was bad, so we stayed indoors.
天气很糟糕,所以我们待在室内。
EN: The comparative adverb 'better' is the irregular comparative form of 'well'. It modifies the verb 'sleep' to show an improvement in the quality of sleep.
中文: 比较级副词「better」是「well」(好地)的不规则比较级形式。在此处修饰动词「sleep」,用以表示睡眠质量的提升。
EN: In modern wellness culture, 'digital detoxing' or keeping screens out of the bedroom is a highly recommended practice to improve sleep hygiene, as blue light from screens interferes with melatonin production.
中文: 在現代健康生活觀念中,「數位排毒」或將螢幕移出臥室是備受推崇的作法。這能改善睡眠衛生,因為螢幕產生的藍光會干擾褪黑激素的分泌。
EN: The conjunction 'while' is used at the beginning of a subordinate clause to show contrast or concession, meaning 'although' or 'even though'. In English, we do not use 'but' in the main clause when 'while' is used to start the sentence.
中文: 从属连词“while”用于引导表示让步或对比的从句,意思是“虽然”或“尽管”。在英语语法中,当句首使用了“while”,后面的主句就不能再用“but”(但是)。
While she loves dogs, she cannot have one in her apartment.
虽然她很喜欢狗,但她的公寓不允许养狗。
EN: The verb 'limit' is used in the pattern 'limit one's time on something' to express restricting the amount of time spent on a specific activity or platform.
中文: 动词“limit”(限制)常用于“limit one's time on something”(限制某人在某事物上的时间)的句型中,用来表示限制花在特定活动或平台上的时间。
He limits his time on video games to one hour a day.
他将自己玩电子游戏的时间限制在每天一小时。
EN: The conjunction 'because' is used to introduce a subordinate clause that states the reason for the action in the main clause. It connects the main action ('I take breaks') with the cause ('my eyes get tired').
中文: 从属连词「because」(因为)用来引导表示原因的从属从句,将主句的行为(我休息)与原因(我的眼睛累了)连接起来。
I drink water because I am thirsty.
我喝水是因为我口渴。
EN: The verb 'get' can function as a linking verb (copula) meaning 'to become' or 'to reach a state'. It is followed by an adjective (e.g., 'tired', 'cold', 'dark') to describe a change in state.
中文: 动词「get」可以作为系动词,意思是「变得」或「进入某种状态」。后面接形容词(例如「tired」累的、「cold」冷的、「dark」暗的)来描述状态的改变。
It gets cold in the evening.
傍晚时天气会变冷。
EN: The coordinating conjunction 'but' is used to connect two independent clauses (complete sentences) that express contrasting ideas. In this sentence, it connects the positive aspect of technology with its limitation.
中文: 并列连词「but」(但是)用于连接两个表示对比概念的独立分句(即完整的句子)。在此句中,它将科技的正面作用与其局限性联系起来。
I want to go to the party, but I have to study.
我想去参加派对,但我必须读书。
EN: The modal verb 'cannot' (often contracted as 'can't') is used to express inability or impossibility. It is followed by the base form of the verb ('replace').
中文: 情态动词「cannot」(常缩写为「can't」,意为无法、不能)用于表示没有能力或不可能。其后必须接动词原形(在此为「replace」)。
We cannot buy happiness with money.
我们无法用金钱买到快乐。
EN: Adverbial clauses of time introduced by 'when' are used to indicate that the action in the main clause happens at the same time as or immediately after the action in the dependent clause. In this sentence, 'When we use it wisely' sets the condition or time for the main event.
中文: 由“when”(当……时)引导的时间状语从句,用来表示主句的动作与从句的动作同时或紧接着发生。在本句中,“When we use it wisely”为主要事件设定了时间或前提条件。
When you practice every day, your English improves.
当你每天练习时,你的英语就会进步。
EN: The verb 'become' is a linking verb (copula) that links the subject to a subject complement (a noun or adjective) that describes or identifies the subject. Here, 'becomes' links the subject 'it' to the noun phrase 'a great tool'.
中文: 动词“become”(变成)是一个系动词(linking verb),用来连接主语与描述主语或说明主语身份的主语补足语(名词或形容词)。在此处,“becomes”将主语“it”与名词短语“a great tool”连接起来。
With enough water, this dry land becomes a beautiful garden.
有了充足的水,这片干涸的土地会变成一座美丽的花园。
EN: The modal verb 'can' is used to express ability or possibility. It is followed by the base form of the verb (bare infinitive) without 'to'. In this sentence, 'can' applies to both 'connect' and 'meet' through parallel structure.
中文: 情态动词“can”(能够/可以)用于表示能力或可能性。其后必须接动词原形(不带 to 的不定式)。在本句中,“can”通过平行结构同时作用于“connect”和“meet”两个动词。
We can study together and still have fun.
我们可以一起学习,而且仍然可以玩得开心。
EN: The coordinating conjunction 'and' connects two independent clauses or verb phrases. The adverb 'still' is used to emphasize that a situation or action continues to be possible despite a change or contrast in circumstances.
中文: 并列连词“and”(而且/并且)用于连接两个独立分句或动词短语。副词“still”(仍然)则用来强调尽管情况有所改变或存在对比,某种状况或动作依然可行或存在。
She is very busy and still finds time to exercise.
她非常忙碌,但仍然抽得出时间运动。
EN: In modern digital culture, especially among younger generations, there is a strong emphasis on 'digital wellness' or 'digital detox'. The phrase 'meet in person' highlights the value placed on face-to-face human connection as a necessary balance to online interactions.
中文: 在現代數位文化中(特別是在年輕一代之間),非常強調「數位健康」或「數位排毒」。片語「meet in person」(親自見面)凸顯了人們對面對面人際互動的重視,並將其視為平衡線上社交的必要方式。
EN: The coordinating conjunction 'but' is used to connect two independent clauses (complete sentences) that express contrasting ideas. A comma is typically placed before 'but' when it connects two independent clauses.
中文: 并列连词“but”(但是)用于连接两个表达对比概念的独立分句(即各自拥有主语和谓语的完整句子)。当连接两个独立分句时,通常会在“but”之前加逗号。
The internet is very useful, but it can also waste our time.
网络非常有用,但它也可能浪费我们的时间。
EN: The verb 'needs' is in the simple present tense and takes the -s ending because the subject 'it' is a third-person singular pronoun. It is followed by a direct object noun phrase 'careful balance'.
中文: 动词“needs”(需要)为一般现在时,因为主语为第三人称单数代词“it”,所以动词词尾须加“s”。其后接名词短语“careful balance”(谨慎的平衡)作为直接宾语。
Learning a new language takes time, and it needs daily practice.
学习一门新语言需要时间,而且它需要每日的练习。
EN: The verb 'love' can be followed by a gerund (verb-ing) to express a general preference or enjoyment of an activity. In this sentence, 'using' functions as the gerund object of 'love'.
中文: 动词“love”(喜爱)后面可以接动名词(V-ing)来表示对某项活动的喜好或享受。在本句中,“using”作为动名词,担任“love”的宾语。
She loves playing the piano in her free time.
她喜欢在空闲时间弹钢琴。
EN: The coordinating conjunction 'yet' is used to connect two contrasting ideas, similar to 'but' but often implying a sense of surprise or stronger contrast. It is followed by a main clause.
中文: 并列连词“yet”用于连接两个对比的观点,意思类似于“but”(但是),但通常带有一种惊讶或更强烈的对比意味。后面接一个独立分句。
The weather was cold, yet we decided to go for a walk.
天气很冷,但我们还是决定去散步。
EN: Adverbial clauses of time introduced by 'when' are used to indicate the time at which an action takes place. In this sentence, 'When I study' sets the condition or time frame for the main action.
中文: 由“when”(当……时)引导的时间状语从句,用于表示某个动作发生的时间点。在本句中,“When I study”为主句的动作设定了时间背景或条件。
When I go home, I usually cook dinner.
当我回家时,我通常会做晚餐。
EN: The infinitive of purpose 'to + verb' (to stay) is used to express the reason or objective of an action. It answers the question 'Why?'.
中文: 不定式表示目的的用法“to + 动词原形”(to stay),用来表达某个动作的原因或目的,回答了“为什么”的问题。
I save money to buy a new laptop.
我存钱是为了买一台新笔记本电脑。
EN: The Zero Conditional is used to talk about things that are generally or always true. It uses the structure: 'If + Present Simple, Present Simple'. In this sentence, 'If I check...' and '...my work slows down' are both in the simple present tense because it describes a consistent cause-and-effect relationship.
中文: 一般现在时条件句(又称零条件句,Zero Conditional)用于描述普遍或总是属实的事实或规律。其结构为:“If + 一般现在时,一般现在时”。在此句子中,“If I check...”与“...my work slows down”都用一般现在时,因为它描述了一个不变的因果关系。
If you heat ice, it melts.
如果你加热冰块,它就会融化。
EN: The phrasal verb 'slow down' means to decrease speed or become less active. In this context, it refers to the progress of work becoming slower and less efficient.
中文: 短语动词“slow down”意为“减速”或“变得不活跃”。在此语境中,它指的是工作进度变慢、效率降低。
The traffic began to slow down near the construction site.
车流在施工现场附近开始慢了下来。
EN: The conjunction 'although' is used to introduce a concession clause (expressing contrast). 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)用来引导让步从句,表示对比。在英语语法中,当句首使用了“although”,后面的主句就不能再用“but”(但是)。
Although it was raining, we went for a walk.
虽然正在下雨,我们还是去散步了。
EN: The phrase 'set a limit for [something]' means to establish a boundary or maximum amount allowed for an activity or resource.
中文: 短语“set a limit for [某事物]”表示为某项活动或资源设定限制或最大允许量。
You should set a budget limit for your shopping trip.
你应该为你的购物行程设定预算限制。
EN: The coordinating conjunction 'and' is used to connect two independent clauses or verbs ('take a break' and 'stretch') that share the same subject ('I'). This creates a compound predicate, making the sentence flow more naturally.
中文: 并列连词“and”用于连接共享同一个主语(I)的两个独立分句或动词(take a break 和 stretch)。这形成了一个复合谓语,使句子表达更为流畅。
I sat down and relaxed after a long day of work.
在漫长的一天工作后,我坐下来并放松。
EN: The subordinating conjunction 'because' introduces an adverbial clause of cause/reason ('because my eyes grow tired'). It explains why the action in the main clause is happening.
中文: 从属连词“because”引导一个表示原因的状语从句(because my eyes grow tired),用来解释主句动作发生的原因。
She went to bed early because she felt exhausted.
她很早就上床睡觉了,因为她觉得精疲力竭。
EN: The conjunction 'while' is used at the beginning of a subordinate clause to introduce a contrast, meaning 'although' or 'even though'. In English, we do not use 'but' in the main clause when 'while' is used.
中文: 从属连词“while”用于引导从句,表示对比或让步,意思是“虽然”或“尽管”。在英语语法中,当句首使用了“while”,后面的主句就不能再用“but”(但是)。
While the movie was long, it was very interesting.
虽然这部电影很长,但非常有趣。
EN: The verb 'matter' is an intransitive verb meaning 'to be important' or 'to have significance'. It is often followed by adverbs of degree like 'more' or 'most'.
中文: 动词“matter”是不及物动词,意思是“重要”或“有重大关系”。后面常接程度副词如“more”(更)或“most”(最)来表示比较的程度。
Your health is what matters most.
你的健康才是最重要的事情。
EN: The phrase 'make sure' is followed by a 'that' clause (where 'that' is often omitted) to express ensuring or confirming that a particular action or state occurs. It is commonly used to express intention or responsibility.
中文: 「make sure」(确保)后面接一个由「that」引导的从句(that 通常会被省略),用来表示确保或确认某个动作或状态会发生。这常用于表达意图或责任。
Please make sure you lock the door before leaving.
请确保你在离开前锁好门。
EN: The phrase 'face to face' functions as an adverb or adjective meaning in close physical proximity, directly facing each other. When used as an adverb, it does not require hyphens.
中文: 「face to face」(面对面地)可作为副词或形容词使用,表示在物理距离上非常接近且直接面对彼此。当作为副词修饰动词时,中间不需要加连字符(hyphens)。
It is much better to discuss this matter face to face.
面对面讨论这件事情要好得多。
EN: The coordinating conjunction 'so' is used to connect two independent clauses, where the second clause represents the result or consequence of the first clause. It is preceded by a comma when connecting two complete sentences.
中文: 并列连词「so」(所以)用于连接两个独立分句,其中第二个分句表示第一个分句所带来的结果或影响。当连接两个完整的句子时,前面通常要加逗号。
He saved some money, so he bought a new laptop.
他存了一些钱,所以买了一台新笔记本电脑。
EN: The comparative adverb 'better' is the irregular comparative form of the adverb 'well'. It is used here to modify the verb 'sleep', indicating a higher quality of sleep compared to when the phone is in the bedroom.
中文: 比较级副词「better」是副词「well」(好)的不规则比较级形式。在此处用来修饰动词「sleep」,表示与手机放在房间里时相比,睡眠质量得到了提升(睡得更好)。
EN: The Zero Conditional (When/If + Present Simple, Present Simple) is used to talk about general truths, habits, or scientific facts. In this sentence, 'When' introduces a condition that regularly leads to a specific result in the present.
中文: 零条件句(When/If + 一般现在时,一般现在时)用于描述普遍真理、习惯或科学事实。在本句中,“When”引导一个在现在时间里经常会导致特定结果的条件。
When I drink coffee in the evening, I cannot sleep.
当我晚上喝咖啡时,我会睡不着。
EN: Linking verbs (like 'feel', 'become', 'seem') are followed by adjectives (not adverbs) to describe the state of the subject. Here, 'calmer' and 'happier' are comparative adjectives modifying the subject 'I'.
中文: 系动词(如 'feel'、'become'、'seem')后面接形容词(而非副词)来描述主语的状态。在这里,“calmer”(更平静的)和“happier”(更快乐的)是比较级形容词,用来修饰主语“I”(我)。
She feels tired after a long walk.
长途步行后她感到疲倦。
EN: The term 'screen time' has become highly prevalent in modern English discourse, reflecting growing global concern over digital well-being and mental health. Managing screen time is widely discussed in schools and workplaces as a key to maintaining a healthy lifestyle.
中文: 「screen time」(螢幕時間)這個詞在現代英語討論中非常流行,反映了全球對數位健康和心理健康的日益關注。在學校和職場中,管理螢幕時間被廣泛討論為維持健康生活方式的關鍵。
EN: The adverbial clause of time introduced by 'when' is used to indicate the specific condition or time under which the main action occurs. In this sentence, 'when I stay in charge' defines the condition under which technology serves the speaker best.
中文: 由连词 'when'(当……时)引导的时间状语从句,用来表示主句动作发生的特定时间或条件。在此句子中,'when I stay in charge'(当我掌握主导权时)限定了科技在何种情况下对说话者最有用。
I turn off my phone when I study.
当我读书时,我会把手机关机。
EN: The idiom 'stay in charge' (or 'be in charge') means to maintain control, authority, or responsibility over a situation or oneself, rather than letting external factors control you.
中文: 短语 'stay in charge'(或 'be in charge')表示保持主导权、控制权或负责的状态,而不是让外部因素(如科技或手机)来支配你。
You need to stay in charge of your own schedule.
你需要掌控好你自己的日程表。
EN: The phrase 'turn A into B' is a phrasal verb pattern meaning to transform or change someone or something (A) into a different state, form, or thing (B). 'Turn' acts as the main verb, and 'into' is the preposition introducing the result of the transformation.
中文: 短语“turn A into B”是一个动词短语句型,意思是将某人或某物(A)转化或改变为不同的状态、形式或事物(B)。“turn”作为主要动词,“into”则是引入转化结果的介词。
With hard work, she turned her hobby into a successful business.
凭借努力,她将自己的兴趣变成了成功的事业。
EN: The introductory phrase 'In the end' is a transitional adverbial phrase used to mean 'finally', 'eventually', or 'after considering everything'. It is typically placed at the beginning of a sentence followed by a comma to set the final conclusion.
中文: 引导短语“In the end”是一个过渡性的副词短语,意思是“最后”、“最终”或“在考虑了一切之后”。它通常放在句首,后面加逗号,用来引出最终的结论。
In the end, we decided to stay at home because of the heavy rain.
最后,因为下大雨,我们决定留在家里。
EN: The question starts with the question word 'How' followed by the auxiliary verb 'do' to form a direct question in the simple present tense. 'Do' is used because the subject is 'you'.
中文: 本句以疑问词“How”(如何)开头,后接助动词“do”来构成一般现在时的直接问句。因为主语是第二人称“you”,所以助动词用“do”。
How do you manage your daily schedule?
你是如何管理你的每日日程的?
EN: The term 'screen time' is a compound noun referring to the amount of time spent using a device with a screen, such as a smartphone, computer, or television.
中文: “screen time”(屏幕时间)是一个复合名词,指的是使用带有屏幕的电子设备(如智能手机、电脑或电视)所花费的时间。
Parents often limit their children's screen time.
家长通常会限制孩子的屏幕时间。
EN: In modern English-speaking culture, 'screen time' is a very common topic of discussion. It reflects a growing societal concern over digital well-being and the effort to maintain a healthy balance between online and offline life.
中文: 在現代英語系國家的文化中,「screen time」(螢幕時間)是一個非常熱門的話題。這反映了社會對於「數位健康」(digital well-being)日益增長的關注,以及人們努力在線上與線下生活之間取得健康平衡的趨勢。
EN: Adverbial clauses of time introduced by 'when' are used to indicate that two actions happen at the same time or one after another. When the 'when' clause comes first, a comma is required to separate it from the main clause.
中文: 由 'when'(当……时)引导的时间状语从句,用于表示两个动作同时发生或接连发生。当 'when' 引导的从句放在句首时,必须用逗号与主句隔开。
When I cook, I listen to music.
当我做饭时,我会听音乐。
EN: The verb 'keep' can be used in the pattern 'keep + object + prepositional phrase' to mean maintaining something in a specific place or state.
中文: 动词 'keep'(保持/放置)可以用于「keep + 宾语 + 介词短语」的句型,表示将某物保持在特定的地方或状态。
Please keep the milk in the fridge.
请把牛奶放在冰箱里。
EN: The practice of keeping phones in another room while studying or sleeping is a common digital detox strategy in modern Western culture, often recommended by productivity experts to improve focus and sleep quality.
中文: 在學習或睡覺時將手機放在另一個房間,是現代西方文化中常見的「數位排毒」(digital detox)策略,常被生產力專家推薦用來提升專注力與睡眠品質。
EN: The conjunction 'because' is used to introduce a subordinate clause that gives the reason for the action in the main clause. It connects the main clause 'I use timers' with the reason 'they help me focus'.
中文: 从属连词「because」(因为)用来引导表示原因的从属从句,说明主句动作的原因。在此处它将主句「I use timers」(我使用计时器)与原因「they help me focus」(它们能帮助我专注)连接起来。
I drink water because I am thirsty.
我喝水是因为我口渴。
EN: The verb 'help' can be followed by an object and then either a bare infinitive (verb in its base form without 'to') or a full infinitive (with 'to'). In this sentence, 'help me focus' uses the bare infinitive 'focus'.
中文: 动词「help」(帮助)后面接宾语后,可以使用不带 to 的不定式(动词原形)或带 to 的不定式。在本句中,「help me focus」使用的是动词原形「focus」。
She helped me clean the room.
她帮我打扫房间。
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: 从属连词“although”(虽然)用来引导表示让步的状语从句,与主句形成对比。在英语语法中,当句子开头使用了“although”,后面的主句“绝对不能”再使用连词“but”(但是)。
Although it was raining, we went for a walk.
虽然正在下雨,我们还是去散步了。
EN: The collocation 'take a break' (or plural 'take breaks') means to stop an activity temporarily to rest. The adjective 'regular' modifies 'breaks' to describe a habit of resting at fixed intervals.
中文: 动词短语“take a break”(或复数形式“take breaks”)意为暂时停止活动以进行休息。形容词“regular”(规律的、定期的)修饰名词“breaks”,用来描述在固定时间间隔进行休息的习惯。
You should take regular breaks when working on a computer.
使用电脑工作时,你应该定期休息。
EN: The subordinating conjunction 'when' is used to introduce an adverbial clause of time, indicating the condition or time under which the action in the main clause happens.
中文: 从属连词「when」(当……时)用来引导时间状语从句,表示主句动作发生的时间或条件。
I drink water when I feel thirsty.
当我感到口渴时,我会喝水。
EN: The linking verb 'feel' is followed by an adjective (tired) to describe the subject's physical or mental state. 'Too' is an adverb of degree modifying the adjective.
中文: 系动词「feel」(感觉)后面接形容词(tired)来描述主语的身体或心理状态。副词「too」(太)则用来修饰该形容词,表示程度。
EN: The First Conditional (If + Present Simple, ... Present Simple/Will) is used here to express a general truth or a likely future result. In this sentence, both clauses use the present simple tense ('plan' and 'helps') to describe a factual relationship or a general rule: when the condition is met, the result naturally follows.
中文: 第一条件句(If + 一般现在时,... 一般现在时/will)在此处用于表达普遍真理或可能发生的未来结果。在本句中,两个分句都用一般现在时('plan' 和 'helps')来描述一种事实关系或常理:只要满足该条件,结果自然会发生。
If you exercise regularly, you feel more energetic.
如果你规律运动,你会觉得更有活力。
EN: The phrase 'a lot' is used as an adverb meaning 'very much' or 'to a great degree' to modify the verb 'helps'. It commonly appears at the end of a sentence.
中文: 短语 'a lot' 在此处用作副词,意思是「非常」或「很大程度上」,用来修饰动词 'helps'。它通常放在句尾。
My sister travels a lot for her job.
我姐姐因为工作的关系经常出差。
EN: The coordinating conjunction 'but' is used to connect two independent clauses (complete sentences) that show contrast. It is preceded by a comma when connecting two full clauses.
中文: 并列连词“but”(但是)用于连接两个语义对比的独立分句(完整句子)。当连接两个完整分句时,前面通常要加逗号。
I want to go to the party, but I have to study.
我想去参加派对,但我必须读书。
EN: The word 'first' is used as an adverb here to indicate that an action (finishing work) happens before other actions (playing games). It often appears at the end of the clause.
中文: “first”在此处用作副词,表示某个动作(完成工作)发生在其他动作(玩游戏)之前。它通常放在从句的末尾。
EN: This sentence reflects a common cultural value in English-speaking societies: 'work before play' or 'delayed gratification'. It emphasizes self-discipline and prioritizing responsibilities before leisure activities.
中文: 這句話反映了英語系國家常見的文化價值觀:「先工作後娛樂」(work before play)或「延遲滿足」。它強調了在享受休閒活動之前,先完成責任與自律的重要性。
EN: The modal verb 'can' is used to express ability or possibility. It is followed by the base form of the verb (bare infinitive) without 'to'. In this sentence, 'can' applies to both 'chat' and '(still) play' connected by the conjunction 'and'.
中文: 情态动词“can”(能够/可以)用于表示能力或可能性。其后必须接动词原形(不带 to 的不定式)。在本句中,“can”同时修饰由并列连词“and”所连接的“chat”与“(still) play”两个动作。
We can meet at the library and study together.
我们可以在图书馆碰面并一起读书。
EN: The adverb 'still' is used to emphasize that a situation or action continues to exist or happen, especially when this might seem surprising or contradictory. It is typically placed before the main verb.
中文: 副词“still”(仍然/还是)用于强调某种情况或动作持续存在或发生,特别是在可能令人感到惊讶或与前述情况有冲突时。它通常置于一般动词之前。
Although it is raining, they still play soccer outside.
虽然正在下雨,他们仍然在外面踢足球。
EN: Adverbial clauses of time are introduced by subordinating conjunctions like 'when'. They indicate the time at which the action in the main clause takes place. In this sentence, 'When we set limits' is the dependent adverbial clause, and 'we use tech wisely' is the main clause.
中文: 时间状语从句由从属连词(如 'when')引导,用来表示主句动作发生的时间。在此句中,「When we set limits」是从属状语从句,而「we use tech wisely」是主句。
When you plan your time, you control your phone.
当你规划时间时,你就能掌控你的手机。
EN: Adverbs of manner (like 'wisely') describe how an action is performed. They are typically formed by adding '-ly' to an adjective and usually follow the verb or the direct object.
中文: 方式副词(如 'wisely')用来修饰动词,描述动作进行的方式。通常是在形容词词尾加上 '-ly' 构成,一般放在动词或直接宾语之后。
She speaks English fluently.
她英语说得很流利。
EN: In modern English, 'tech' is a very common informal abbreviation for 'technology'. It is widely used in daily conversations, media, and business contexts to sound more casual and concise.
中文: 在現代英語中,「tech」是「technology」(科技/技術)非常常見的非正式簡稱。它被廣泛應用於日常對話、媒體和商業情境中,聽起來更加隨性且簡潔。
EN: The verb 'make' is used here as a causative verb in the structure 'make + object + object complement (noun)'. This structure indicates that the subject causes the object to become or be seen as the noun complement.
中文: 动词「make」(使得/让)在此处用作使役动词,结构为「make + 宾语 + 宾语补足语(名词)」。此结构表示主语使宾语成为或被看作该名词补足语。
Hard work made him a successful leader.
努力工作使他成为了一位成功的领导者。
EN: The coordinating conjunction 'not' is used to contrast two noun phrases ('a friend' and 'a master'), showing that only the first one applies.
中文: 并列连词「not」(而不是)用于对比两个名词短语(「a friend」与「a master」),表示只有前者适用,后者不适用。
I want a cup of tea, not coffee.
我想要一杯茶,而不是咖啡。
EN: This sentence reflects a growing modern cultural movement toward 'digital well-being' or 'digital detox'. In highly connected societies, there is an increasing emphasis on mindful technology use, ensuring that humans remain in control of their devices rather than being controlled by notifications and algorithms.
中文: 這句話反映了現代社會中日益興起的「數位健康」(digital well-being)或「數位排毒」(digital detox)文化趨勢。在高度互聯的社會中,人們越來越強調自覺地使用科技,確保人類保持對裝置的控制權,而不是被通知和演算法所控制。
重要单词附有 IPA 发音、定义、例句和互动式测验。
在本文中: 分散(注意力),使分心
在本文中: 平衡,均衡
在本文中: 限制,限定
在本文中: 聪明地,明智地
在本文中: 过度使用,滥用
在本文中: 专注的,聚精会神的
在本文中: 规律的,定期的
在本文中: 主人,掌控者
片语包含类型标示、双语定义、用法说明和例句。
To stop the operation of an engine, device, or light.
关掉(电器、设备等)
The amount of time someone spends looking at a screen on a device such as a smartphone, computer, or television.
屏幕时间(观看手机、电脑等屏幕的时间)
In person; directly facing each other.
面对面地,亲自
In control or having responsibility.
掌管,处于主导地位