clash
/klæʃ/ (bre, ipa) · /klæʃ/ (ame, ipa) · /ˈklash/ (ame, mw)
clash — 動詞
- clashpresent simple I / you / we / they
- clashes3rd person singular
- clashing-ing form
- clashedpast simple
1. to get into a physical fight or a loud argument with another person or group, of
衝突；交鋒
與他人激烈爭吵或動手
to get into a physical fight or a loud argument with another person or group, often because of a serious disagreement.
The two groups of fans clashed outside the stadium after the final whistle.
終場哨聲一響，兩群球迷就在體育場外發生了衝突。
clash + with + group; location after event
Protesters clashed with police in the city centre late last night.
昨晚深夜，抗議民眾在市中心與警方發生衝突。
clash + with + authority figure
Ravi and his brother clashed over who should inherit their father's old guitar.
Ravi 和弟弟為了誰該繼承父親的舊吉他而起了爭執。
Neighbours clashed with the construction company over the noise from the building site.
鄰居們因為建築工地的噪音與營造公司起了衝突。
文法句型
clash + with + somebody
clash + over + something
用法筆記
The subject is typically two or more people or groups; a 'clash' is more sudden and violent than a simple argument. Often used with 'with' to name the opponent and 'over' to state the reason.
常見錯誤
2. to be so strongly opposed to each other that two opinions, beliefs, statements,
牴觸；相悖
意見、信念無法相容
to be so strongly opposed to each other that two opinions, beliefs, statements, or qualities cannot both be true or exist together.
Nadia's scientific beliefs clashed with the traditional teachings of her community.
Nadia 的科學信念與她所屬社區的傳統教導互相牴觸。
beliefs clash + with + opposing system
The witness's statement clashed sharply with the evidence found at the scene.
目擊者的說詞與現場找到的證據明顯相悖。
statement + clash + with + evidence
Leila's cheerful personality clashed with the strict, silent atmosphere of the office.
Leila 活潑的性格與辦公室嚴肅沉悶的氣氛格格不入。
Noa's belief in renewable energy clashed with his uncle's reliance on the family coal business.
Noa 對再生能源的信念，與他叔叔對家族煤炭事業的依賴產生了衝突。
- conflict
broader; can be noun or verb; slightly more formal
- contradict
specifically about statements or evidence being opposite
- differ
milder; just means not the same, not necessarily opposed
文法句型
clash + with + something
opinions/views/ideas + clash
用法筆記
Subject is always two abstract things (opinions, statements, qualities, personalities) — never two people fighting physically. Use sense 1 for people fighting. Often takes 'with' to introduce the second item.
常見錯誤
3. to compete against another person or team in a sports match or race, usually in
對戰；較量
體育比賽中激烈對決
to compete against another person or team in a sports match or race, usually in a serious and intense way.
Brazil will clash with Germany in the World Cup semi-final next Tuesday.
巴西將在下週二的世界盃準決賽中與德國交鋒。
team + clash with + opponent; sports event
The two top-ranked tennis players clashed in a thrilling final at Wimbledon.
兩位頂尖網球選手在溫布頓的精采決賽中對戰。
players clash in + event
Local rivals Osaka and Tokyo clashed on the rugby pitch for the championship title.
宿敵大阪隊與東京隊在橄欖球場上爭奪冠軍頭銜。
The two chess grandmasters will clash in a world championship match next month.
兩位西洋棋大師將在下個月的世界冠軍賽中對決。
文法句型
clash + with + opponent
teams clash
用法筆記
Common in sports journalism to describe a highly anticipated or intense match. Unlike sense 1, there is no implication of violence or anger — just strong competition.
常見錯誤
4. to look unpleasant or wrong when placed together, especially referring to colour
不協調
顏色、風格搭配不搭
to look unpleasant or wrong when placed together, especially referring to colours or design styles that do not combine well visually.
Aiko's bright orange scarf clashed horribly with the purple walls of the café.
Aiko 那條亮橘色圍巾和咖啡廳的紫色牆壁極不協調。
colour + clash with + colour
The modern glass table clashed with the antique wooden furniture in the living room.
那張現代玻璃桌與客廳裡的古董木製家具風格格格不入。
style + clash with + style
Rashida loved her pink trainers, but they clashed with her school uniform.
Rashida 很喜歡她的粉紅色運動鞋，但那雙鞋和她的制服很不搭。
Kwame chose a grey shirt because his stylist told him the green one clashed with his skin tone.
Kwame 選了灰色襯衫，因為造型師告訴他綠色那件和他的膚色不搭。
- conflict
broader; works for colours but also for many other things
- not go with
everyday spoken English: 'that shirt doesn't go with those trousers'
文法句型
colours/s + clash + with + colour/s
pattern + clash
用法筆記
Almost always used for colours, patterns, or design styles. The verb is not used in continuous forms (we don't say 'is clashing'). Usually followed by 'with' to name the other element.
常見錯誤
5. to be scheduled for the same time as another event, causing a problem for people
撞期
兩件事同時進行
to be scheduled for the same time as another event, causing a problem for people who want to attend or take part in both.
The board meeting clashed with the project deadline, so Tomás could not attend both.
董事會議和專案截止日期撞期，Tomás 無法兩邊都參加。
event + clash with + event
The two concerts clashed, forcing fans to choose between their favourite bands.
兩場演唱會時間衝突，粉絲們不得不從兩個最喜歡的樂團中選一個。
events clash; consequence stated
Yara was upset because her piano exam clashed with her best friend's wedding.
Yara 很難過，因為她的鋼琴考試和好友的婚禮撞期了。
The wedding reception clashed with the national holiday, so many guests could not get a hotel room.
婚宴和國定假日撞期，因此很多賓客訂不到飯店房間。
文法句型
events clash
schedules clash
用法筆記
British English primarily. In American English, 'conflict' is more common for scheduling overlaps. The verb is not used in continuous forms. Often followed by 'with' to name the other event.
常見錯誤
6. to make or cause a loud, harsh ringing sound like pieces of metal being struck t
鏗鏘作響
金屬撞擊發出響亮聲音
to make or cause a loud, harsh ringing sound like pieces of metal being struck together.
The swords clashed loudly as the two knights fought in the courtyard.
兩位騎士在庭院中打鬥，寶劍撞擊發出鏗鏘聲。
metal objects clash (intransitive)
The cook clashed the metal pots together to get everyone's attention in the kitchen.
廚師用力敲打金屬鍋子，要引起廚房裡所有人的注意。
transitive use: clashed + object + together
Every morning the old pipes in the wall clashed when the heating came on.
每天早上暖氣啟動時，牆裡的舊水管就會發出喀喀的撞擊聲。
When the train stopped suddenly, the metal luggage racks clashed noisily above the passengers.
火車突然停下時，上方的金屬行李架在乘客頭頂發出鏗鏘巨響。
文法句型
something clashes
clash + object + against + object
用法筆記
This sense can be intransitive (metal objects clash) or transitive (someone clashes objects together). The sound is typically sharp, ringing, and metallic — not a soft or muffled sound.
常見錯誤
clash — 名詞
- clashsingular
- clashesplural
1. a short physical fight or a loud angry argument between two people or groups.
打鬥；鬥毆
人與人之間的爭吵或扭打
a short physical fight or a loud angry argument between two people or groups.
A violent clash broke out between rival gangs in the market square.
廣場上兩幫敵對幫派之間爆發了激烈的衝突。
clash + between + groups
The senator had a heated clash with a journalist during the live interview.
那位參議員在直播專訪中與一名記者發生了激烈的爭執。
clash + with + person
Three people were injured in the clash between protesters and security guards.
抗議民眾與保全人員之間的衝突造成三人受傷。
Witnesses reported a bloody clash between rival motorcycle gangs at the petrol station.
目擊者指出，兩幫敵對的重機車幫派在加油站發生了血腥衝突。
- fight
more general; can be planned or unplanned
- confrontation
more formal; implies direct opposition
- skirmish
a small, brief fight, often between military groups
- truce
an agreement to stop fighting
用法筆記
A 'clash' is more sudden and aggressive than an 'argument' but shorter than a 'war' or 'battle'. Often used in news reports about protests, sports fans, or political conflicts.
常見錯誤
2. a condition where two opinions, ideas, interests, or cultures stand in such stro
對立；矛盾
意見、文化、利益對立
a condition where two opinions, ideas, interests, or cultures stand in such strong opposition to one another that they cannot comfortably co-exist.
There was a clash of cultures when the company expanded into the Middle East.
這間公司擴展到中東市場時，出現了文化衝突。
clash of + abstract noun
The clash between Diego's dream of travelling and his father's plan for the family restaurant soured every dinner at home.
Diego 想要旅行的夢想與父親對家族餐廳的安排之間的對立，讓每次家裡的晚餐都不歡而散。
clash between + dream/practical plan; personal conflict with consequence
The new policy created a clash of interests between shareholders and the board.
這項新政策在股東與董事會之間造成了利益衝突。
The clash between modern architecture and the city's historic skyline divided public opinion.
現代建築與這座城市的歷史天際線之間的衝突，讓民眾意見分歧。
文法句型
clash + between + opinions/values
clash + of + interests/cultures
用法筆記
Unlike noun sense 1, this sense does NOT involve physical fighting or shouting — it is about abstract opposition. Commonly used in set phrases: 'clash of cultures', 'clash of interests', 'clash of personalities'.
常見錯誤
3. a sports match or competition between two strong opponents, especially one that
對決；大賽
體育賽事中的強強對決
a sports match or competition between two strong opponents, especially one that people are excited to watch.
Tomorrow's clash between the two unbeaten teams is already sold out.
明天兩支不敗隊伍之間的強強對決門票已售罄。
clash + between + teams; high anticipation
The heavyweight boxing clash drew millions of viewers around the world.
那場重量級拳擊對決吸引了全球數百萬觀眾收看。
boxing/sports clash + drew + audience
Fans travelled from across the country to watch the clash at the national stadium.
球迷們從全國各地趕來國家體育場觀看這場大賽。
The quarter-final clash between Japan and Argentina kept fans on the edge of their seats.
日本與阿根廷之間的八強對決讓球迷們緊張得坐立不安。
用法筆記
Very common in sports headlines and commentary. The word suggests a high-stakes, exciting contest between evenly matched opponents. Less common for friendly or low-profile matches.
常見錯誤
4. an unpleasant visual effect caused by two or more colours or design styles that
不協調；衝突
顏色款式搭配不順眼
an unpleasant visual effect caused by two or more colours or design styles that do not go well together.
The clash between her red lipstick and orange dress was hard to ignore.
她的紅唇與橘色洋裝之間的顏色衝突令人難以忽視。
clash between + colour items
Interior designers try to avoid a clash of patterns in the same room.
室內設計師會盡量避免在同一房間內出現圖案不協調的情況。
clash of + patterns; professional context
The bold yellow wallpaper created a terrible clash with the blue carpet.
那張鮮黃色的壁紙與藍色地毯搭配起來非常突兀。
Mira's outfit was a deliberate clash of bright neon colours that somehow looked artistic.
Mira 的穿搭刻意融合了鮮豔的螢光色系，卻意外地充滿藝術感。
文法句型
clash + between + colours/styles
用法筆記
Less common than the verb sense; mostly used in discussions about fashion, interior design, and art. Often described with adjectives like 'terrible', 'awful', or 'unfortunate'.
常見錯誤
5. an inconvenient situation in which two events or activities are scheduled for th
時間衝突
兩個活動時間重疊
an inconvenient situation in which two events or activities are scheduled for the same time.
There was a clash between the history lecture and the chemistry lab, so Wen had to skip one.
歷史課和化學實驗課撞期了，Wen 只好翹掉其中一堂。
clash between + two events; consequence
The clash in the exam timetable meant that Ines had two papers on the same morning.
考試時間表衝突意味著 Ines 同一個早上要考兩科。
clash in + schedule/timetable
A schedule clash forced the team to move their training session to Thursday evening.
因為行程衝突，球隊只好把訓練時間改到週四晚上。
Priya found a calendar clash: her yoga class and the parent meeting were at the same hour.
Priya 發現行事曆有衝突：她的瑜伽課和家長會在同一個時段。
文法句型
clash + between + events
clash + in + schedule
用法筆記
British English; American speakers usually say 'conflict' instead. The word is countable — you can have 'a clash' or 'several clashes' in your schedule.
常見錯誤
6. a loud, harsh ringing sound like metal objects being struck together.
鏗鏘聲
金屬相擊的響亮聲音
a loud, harsh ringing sound like metal objects being struck together.
The clash of cymbals marked the dramatic start of the orchestra's performance.
鈸的鏗鏘聲標誌著管弦樂團演奏的戲劇性開場。
clash of + musical instrument
A loud clash came from the kitchen when Sven dropped the stack of baking trays.
Sven 把那疊烤盤掉在地上，廚房裡傳出一聲巨響。
loud clash + came from + location
The blacksmith's hammer made a ringing clash against the iron on the anvil.
鐵匠的鎚子敲在鐵砧上，發出響亮的金屬撞擊聲。
The clash of the heavy iron gate closing echoed through the empty corridor.
沉重的鐵門關上時發出鏗鏘巨響，在空蕩的走廊中迴盪不已。
用法筆記
Can describe the sound of cymbals, swords, pots, tools, or any metal objects. The noun form often appears with 'of' to name the source of the sound: 'the clash of swords', 'the clash of cymbals'.