pampering

/ˈpæm.pər/ (bre, ipa) · [pˈæmpɚɪŋ] /ˈpæm.pɚ/ (ame, ipa)

pampering — verb

  • pamperingpresent simple I / you / we / they
  • pamperings3rd person singular
  • pamperinging-ing form
  • pamperingedpast simple

1. to take great care of someone by attending to their comfort and desires, often b

1.動詞及物B1
釋義

to take great care of someone by attending to their comfort and desires, often by giving them enjoyable things or doing nice things for them

例句

Jessica pampered herself with a beach trip and a nice dinner after her exams.

reflexive use: pamper oneself with [sth]

The nurses pampered elderly residents by bringing them warm blankets and tea each evening.

pamper [sb] + by + gerund

同義詞
  • indulge

    focuses on giving in to someone's wishes or desires, often regarding specific treats like sweets or gifts; slightly less about overall comfort

  • spoil

    can imply that too much attention negatively affects someone's character, especially in the phrase 'spoil a child'; stronger negative connotation

  • coddle

    suggests overprotective care that prevents someone from facing normal challenges; often has a patronising tone

反義詞
  • neglect

    to fail to care for someone properly, the opposite of giving attention and comfort

文法句型

pamper + object + with + noun phrase

pamper + object + by + gerund

pamper + oneself

用法筆記

Often used with 'with' to specify the treats or services given. Frequently occurs in positive contexts about holidays, spas, or being cared for by loved ones.

常見錯誤

❌She pampers to her children every weekend.
✅She pampers her children every weekend.
💡Pamper is transitive and takes a direct object without the preposition 'to'.
❌He pampered his wife with cook dinner.
✅He pampered his wife with a home-cooked dinner.
💡After 'with', use a noun phrase, not a verb.