chemistry

/ˈkemɪstri/ (bre, ipa) · /ˈkemɪstri/ (ame, ipa) · /ˈke-mə-strē/ (ame, mw)

chemistry — 名詞

1. The branch of science that examines the makeup of substances, the ways they chan

1.名詞B1
釋義

化學

研究物質組成與變化的科學

The branch of science that examines the makeup of substances, the ways they change when brought together, and the rules that govern those changes.

例句

Aiko found chemistry difficult at first, but later grew to love the subject.

愛子一開始覺得化學很難，但後來愛上了這門學科。

collocation: find chemistry difficult / love chemistry

In chemistry class, the students mixed two clear liquids and watched them turn bright blue.

在化學課上，學生們混合了兩種透明液體，看著它們變成亮藍色。

同義詞
  • chemical science

    formal; used mainly in academic or institutional names

  • science

    much broader; includes physics, biology, and other fields

文法句型

study + chemistry

chemistry + [adjective subfield]

用法筆記

An uncountable noun. Often paired with subfield adjectives such as 'organic', 'inorganic', 'physical', 'analytical', or 'environmental' to name specific branches.

常見錯誤

❌I am studying the chemistry at university.
✅I am studying chemistry at university.
💡Do not use the article 'the' before the names of academic subjects used in a general sense.

2. The set of chemical traits and reactions that belong to one specific material —

2.名詞A2
釋義

化學性質

特定物質的化學特徵

The set of chemical traits and reactions that belong to one specific material — for example, whether it dissolves in water, burns easily, or reacts with acid.

例句

The chemistry of this soil makes it perfect for growing rice.

這片土壤的化學性質非常適合種植水稻。

collocation: the chemistry of [substance]

Wen tested the chemistry of the water from the local river for pollution.

文測試了當地河水的水質化學性質，檢查是否有污染。

同義詞
  • composition

    focuses on the ingredients or elements that make up a substance

  • makeup

    informal; refers to the combination of parts or qualities

  • properties

    more general; includes physical as well as chemical characteristics

文法句型

the chemistry + of + [substance]

用法筆記

Frequently used with 'of' to specify which substance is being described ('the chemistry of water', 'the chemistry of the soil'). Also appears in compound nouns such as 'blood chemistry', 'soil chemistry', and 'brain chemistry'.

常見錯誤

❌The chemisties of these two metals are different.
✅The chemistry of these two metals is different.
💡'Chemistry' is uncountable when it refers to properties; it stays singular and takes a singular verb.

3. A natural feeling of understanding and attraction between two people that makes

3.名詞B2
釋義

來電

人與人之間強烈的互相吸引

A natural feeling of understanding and attraction between two people that makes them feel drawn to each other, often leading to a romantic or very close bond.

例句

The two actors had great chemistry on screen, which made their love scenes feel real.

那兩位演員在銀幕上非常來電，讓他們的愛情戲顯得相當真實。

collocation: on-screen chemistry

You cannot force chemistry between two people — it either happens or it does not.

兩個人之間的來電是無法強求的——要麼有，要麼沒有。

同義詞
  • spark

    more sudden and exciting; often describes the first moment of attraction

  • rapport

    focuses on smooth communication and mutual understanding; less romantic

  • connection

    broader; can be intellectual, emotional, or spiritual

  • attraction

    more focused on physical or romantic pull; lacks the sense of natural fit

反義詞
  • indifference

    complete lack of interest or feeling

  • tension

    negative dynamic where people feel uncomfortable with each other

文法句型

have + chemistry

chemistry + between + [people]

用法筆記

Used without an article ('have chemistry', not 'have a chemistry'). Commonly describes performers on screen or stage, romantic partners, and teammates. Can also refer to close friendships or working relationships.

常見錯誤

❌We have a good chemistry together.
✅We have good chemistry together.
💡This sense does not take the indefinite article 'a', as 'chemistry' here is uncountable.