technique

/tekˈniːk/ (bre, ipa) · /tekˈniːk/ (ame, ipa) · /tek-ˈnēk/ (ame, mw)

technique — noun

  • techniquesingular
  • techniquesplural

1. any specific, skill-based method used to carry out a task or activity, typically

1.名詞B1
釋義

any specific, skill-based method used to carry out a task or activity, typically one developed through practice or training to improve effectiveness.

例句

Christopher learned a new breathing <hl>technique</hl> to help him stay calm before his piano exams.

technique + to-infinitive (purpose)

The chef's secret <hl>technique</hl> for making the sauce involves adding a pinch of cinnamon at the very end.

technique for + gerund

同義詞
  • method

    more general; a technique is typically a method that requires some skill or training

  • approach

    focuses on the overall way of dealing with a situation rather than a specific step-by-step method

  • procedure

    more formal and refers to a fixed, often official, sequence of steps

  • strategy

    a long-term plan for achieving a goal, broader in scope than a single technique

文法句型

technique + for + noun/gerund

technique + to-infinitive

possessive + technique

用法筆記

Countable when referring to a specific method (e.g., 'three different techniques'). Uncountable when referring to the general concept (e.g., 'Technique is more important than speed').

常見錯誤

❌I learned a new technology for baking bread.
✅I learned a new technique for baking bread.
💡Technology refers to machinery or digital systems; technique refers to a method or way of doing something.
❌She has a good technique of swimming.
✅She has good swimming technique.' or 'She has a good technique for swimming.
💡Use 'technique for + gerund' or a noun modifier before 'technique', not 'technique of + gerund'.

2. the level of skill and control that someone shows when performing a practical or

2.名詞B1
釋義

the level of skill and control that someone shows when performing a practical or creative activity, especially one that requires physical coordination or artistic judgment.

例句

The gymnast's <hl>technique</hl> on the balance beam was so flawless that the judges awarded her a perfect score.

possessive + technique + on + [domain]

After years of practice, Esteban developed a carpenter's <hl>technique</hl> for making joints fit without gaps.

develop + technique + of + [skilled person]

同義詞
  • skill

    broader; can refer to natural ability, while technique emphasises learned control

  • proficiency

    more formal; focuses on how well something can be done, especially after training

  • craftsmanship

    limited to manual or artistic work; implies high quality and careful attention to detail

  • expertise

    suggests a high level of knowledge as well as skill, not just physical ability

反義詞
  • clumsiness

    the opposite of good technique in physical activities

  • inexperience

    lack of practice usually results in poor technique

文法句型

possessive + technique

adjective + technique

[domain] technique

用法筆記

Uncountable in this sense — you cannot say 'a good technique' for sense 2; instead say 'good technique'. If you hear 'a technique', it is almost certainly sense 1 (a specific method).

常見錯誤

❌He has a very good technique in playing basketball.
✅He has very good technique in basketball.' or 'His basketball technique is very good.
💡Sense 2 is uncountable, so no article 'a' is used.
❌She needs to improve her techniques.
✅She needs to improve her technique.
💡When referring to overall skill level, technique is uncountable.