class
class — 動詞
- classpresent simple I / you / we / they
- classes3rd person singular
- classing-ing form
- classedpast simple
1. to place someone or something into a particular category based on shared charact
歸類
根據特質將人或事物歸入特定類別
to place someone or something into a particular category based on shared characteristics or features
Biologist Anjali classed the newly discovered insect as a type of grasshopper.
生物學家 Anjali 將新發現的昆蟲歸類為蚱蜢的一種。
class + object + as + complement (classification)
Most public libraries class cookbooks and gardening guides under the same section.
大多數公共圖書館將食譜和園藝指南歸在同一區。
The immigration officer classed the passenger's visa documents as suspicious forgeries.
移民官員將該乘客的簽證文件歸類為可疑偽造文件。
This rare bird species is classed among the most endangered in South America.
這種稀有鳥類被歸類為南美洲最瀕危的物種之一。
Classing a film as a documentary requires checking its factual accuracy first.
將電影歸類為紀錄片，首先需要確認其事實正確性。
- classify
more common and general; 'classify' can imply a formal system, while 'class' often suggests a simpler or quicker grouping
- categorize
emphasises placing into named categories, often used in academic or organisational contexts
- rank
implies an order or hierarchy rather than a simple grouping
- mix
to put different types together without grouping them separately
文法句型
class + object + as + noun/adjective phrase
class + object + among + noun phrase
passive: be + classed + as/among + group
用法筆記
Commonly paired with 'as', 'among', or 'under' to specify which category something belongs to. The passive form ('is classed as') is very frequent in academic and professional writing.
常見錯誤
class — 名詞
- classsingular
- classesplural
1. Children or young people who regularly study together in the same lessons with t
班級
在學校一起上課的學生團體
Children or young people who regularly study together in the same lessons with the same teacher at a school.
Mrs. Chen's English class at Zhongshan Junior High has twenty-eight students.
陳老師在中山國中的英文班級有二十八名學生。
collocation: English class / math class / history class
The whole class stood up when the principal walked into the room.
校長走進教室時，全班都站了起來。
Kabir is the tallest student in his class this year.
Kabir 今年是班上最高的學生。
After lunch, the class splits into smaller teams for a reading activity.
午餐後，全班分為較小的組別進行閱讀活動。
Lucía's class will visit the science museum on a field trip next Friday.
Lucía 的班級下週五將去科學博物館校外教學。
文法句型
the + class + singular/plural verb
as a form of address: Good morning, class!
用法筆記
A teacher can address the group by saying "Good morning, class!" but a student would not call the group this way. In British English, class can take either a singular or a plural verb ("the class is" / "the class are").
常見錯誤
2. A scheduled block of time when learners receive teaching on a particular subject
課；上課時間
學生接受教學的固定時段
A scheduled block of time when learners receive teaching on a particular subject from a teacher.
History class starts at nine o'clock every Monday morning.
歷史課每週一早上九點開始。
collocation: class starts / class ends / class begins
Théo fell asleep during science class because he stayed up too late.
Théo 因為昨晚熬夜，在自然課上睡著了。
The teacher asked the students not to eat snacks in class.
老師要求學生不要在課堂上吃零食。
Benjamin always takes careful notes in maths class.
Benjamin 在數學課上總是認真做筆記。
After class, a few students stayed behind to ask the teacher questions.
下課後，有幾位學生留下來向老師提問。
文法句型
in class (during the lesson)
after class
before class
[subject] + class
常見錯誤
3. A scheduled session where a group of people do physical activities together, usu
運動課
一群人跟著教練運動的時段
A scheduled session where a group of people do physical activities together, usually led by an instructor.
Lara goes to a yoga class at the community centre every Tuesday evening.
Lara 每週二晚上到社區中心上瑜珈課。
collocation: yoga class / dance class / fitness class
The spin class was so tiring that Cole's legs hurt the next morning.
飛輪課累得 Cole 隔天早上腿還在痠痛。
Xiu signed up for a beginner's swimming class at the public pool.
Xiu 在公共游泳池報名了初級游泳課。
The aerobics class meets in the gym at six o'clock in the morning.
有氧課每天早上六點在健身房集合。
Rania enjoys her Zumba class because the music makes exercise feel like fun.
Rania 很喜歡她的 Zumba 課，因為音樂讓運動變得很有趣。
文法句型
[type of exercise] + class
a class in [activity]
用法筆記
The type of exercise always comes before 'class' (yoga class, not class of yoga). This sense is very common in gym and fitness centre contexts.
4. Every learner who graduates and departs from a school or university during a par
屆；同年級
同一年畢業的一群學生
Every learner who graduates and departs from a school or university during a particular calendar year.
The class of 2024 held their graduation ceremony in the school gym.
2024 屆的畢業典禮在學校體育館舉行。
collocation: the class of [year]
Every year, the senior class votes on the design of the yearbook cover.
每年畢業班都會投票決定畢業紀念冊的封面設計。
Tuan was chosen to give a speech at his class graduation dinner.
Tuan 被選中在年級的畢業晚宴上致詞。
Fifty years later, the class of 1974 still meets for a reunion every summer.
五十年後，1974 屆的同學每年夏天仍會舉辦同學會。
Nila's older sister was the top student in her graduating class.
Nila 的姊姊是畢業班成績最好的學生。
- cohort
more formal and academic in tone
- year group
common in British schools
文法句型
the class of [year]
用法筆記
Usually used with 'the' or a possessive determiner (the class of 2024, our class). Often capitalized when referring to a specific graduating year, especially in American schools.
5. A broad category within a society whose members have roughly the same amount of
階級；階層
社會中財富與地位相近的群體
A broad category within a society whose members have roughly the same amount of money, kind of work, and social standing.
The gap between the upper class and the working class has widened in recent years.
近年來上層階級與工人階級之間的差距越來越大。
collocation: upper class / middle class / working class
Folake's research examines how social class affects children's chances in education.
Folake 的研究探討社會階級如何影響兒童的教育機會。
In the nineteenth century, a person's class often decided what job they could get.
在十九世紀，一個人的階級往往決定了他們能做什麼工作。
Christopher grew up in a middle-class family in a small town near the coast.
Christopher 在海邊的一個小鎮長大，出身於中產階級家庭。
Mathieu's parents worked hard to move from the working class to the middle class.
Mathieu 的父母努力工作，從工人階級晉升到中產階級。
- social stratum
more formal and academic
- rank
broader, not limited to economic position
- status
focuses on social standing rather than group identity
文法句型
the [adjective] class (e.g. the working class)
[adjective]-class family / background
用法筆記
Often combined with 'upper', 'middle', or 'working' to specify a particular social group. As an uncountable noun it refers to the system of social division itself ('class is still an issue in many countries').
常見錯誤
6. One of several levels that products, services, or seats are divided into accordi
等級；級別
依品質、舒適度或價格劃分的層級
One of several levels that products, services, or seats are divided into according to their quality, comfort, or price.
Tanvi booked a business-class seat for her flight to Tokyo.
Tanvi 訂了一張飛往東京的商務艙機票。
collocation: first class / business class / economy class
This hotel offers first-class service with a swimming pool and free breakfast.
這間飯店提供頭等服務，有游泳池和免費早餐。
collocation: first-class service / accommodation / facilities
The airline upgraded Haruto to a higher class at no extra charge.
航空公司將 Haruto 免費升級到更高級別的艙等。
Second-class tickets are cheaper but the seats are a lot less comfortable.
二等車票比較便宜，但座位遠沒有那麼舒適。
Passengers in first class received hot meals and drinks during the overnight flight.
頭等艙的乘客在夜間飛行中享用了熱食和飲料。
文法句型
[ordinal] + class (first class, second class)
[adjective] + class (business class, economy class)
用法筆記
Often appears in compound nouns formed with an adjective followed by 'class', especially in travel (first class, business class, economy class). When used before a noun, the compound is usually hyphenated: 'a first-class ticket.'
常見錯誤
7. a category such as first class or upper second that British universities grant t
學位等級
英國大學學位成績等級
a category such as first class or upper second that British universities grant to reflect a student's overall exam performance in their degree programme.
Astrid graduated with a first-class degree in chemistry from the University of Manchester.
Astrid 以化學一級榮譽學位從曼徹斯特大學畢業。
first-class / upper second / lower second: specific degree classes
A lower-second class degree may still be enough to enter some graduate training programmes.
二級乙等學位仍可能足以申請一些畢業培訓計劃。
The university requires at least an upper-second class to apply for the master's programme.
該大學要求至少二級甲等學位才能申請碩士課程。
Employers in the UK often ask which class of degree job applicants received.
英國雇主經常詢問求職者獲得了哪一級的學位。
用法筆記
Only used in the British university system. Degree classes are: first class (best), upper second (2:1), lower second (2:2), and third class.
常見錯誤
8. under UK law, a ranking system (class A, B, or C) used to group banned substance
毒品等級
英國法律中非法藥物的分類
under UK law, a ranking system (class A, B, or C) used to group banned substances by their perceived risk level, where higher-ranked classes carry stricter legal punishments.
Heroin and cocaine are both class A drugs in the United Kingdom.
海洛因和古柯鹼在英國都是 A 級毒品。
class A / class B / class C: specific drug categories
Possession of a class B drug can lead to five years in prison.
持有 B 級毒品可能被判處最高五年監禁。
collocation: 'possession of a class [letter] drug'
The court lowered the charge after the drug moved from class A to class B.
法院在該毒品從 A 級改為 B 級後降低了刑責。
British police officers receive training on how to identify different class drugs during arrests.
英國警察在執勤時接受如何辨別不同級別毒品的訓練。
用法筆記
This sense is specific to UK law. Other countries use different drug classification systems.
常見錯誤
9. the condition of being so highly skilled in one specific field that no one else
最優秀
在某項活動中遠勝於其他人
the condition of being so highly skilled in one specific field that no one else reaches the same standard.
As a jazz pianist, Amihan is in a class of her own.
身為爵士鋼琴家，Amihan 的水準無人能及。
phrasing: 'in a class of one's own'
The baker's sourdough bread was in a class of its own at the fair.
那位麵包師傅的酸種麵包在博覽會上獨占鰲頭。
Among sprinters under twenty, Tamás is in a class of his own this season.
在本季二十歲以下的短跑選手中，Tamás 的表現遙遙領先。
The sushi chef's technique with the knife was in a class of its own.
那位壽司師傅的刀工可謂出神入化。
- unmatched
adjective meaning the same but used differently in a sentence
- second to none
idiom with a similar meaning of being the best
- mediocre
of only average quality
文法句型
be in a class of one's own
用法筆記
Always used in the fixed phrase 'in a class of one's own' (or 'its own' for things). The possessive pronoun matches the subject.
常見錯誤
10. the characteristic of being so excellent in quality that no item of the same typ
無與倫比
品質極高以致無可比擬
the characteristic of being so excellent in quality that no item of the same type reaches the same level.
The restaurant's wine list is in a class of its own.
那家餐廳的酒單品質無與倫比。
phrase: 'in a class of its own' for things/places
For handmade leather goods, the workshop in Florence is in a class of its own.
就手工皮件而言，佛羅倫斯的那間工坊堪稱一絕。
The view from the mountaintop hotel was in a class of its own.
山頂飯店的景色美不勝收，無可比擬。
The orchestra's performance of the symphony was in a class of its own that evening.
那晚管弦樂團的交響樂演出水準之高，無人能及。
- unrivalled
adjective with the same meaning of having no equal
- peerless
formal adjective meaning having no equal
- ordinary
not special or remarkable
文法句型
be in a class of its own
用法筆記
Distinguish from sense 9: sense 10 is used for things, products, or experiences rather than people's skills at an activity.
11. the condition of being so far ahead of everyone else in the same team, class, or
技壓群雄
在團體中能力遠超眾人
the condition of being so far ahead of everyone else in the same team, class, or field that no other member operates at the same level.
In coding, Ilan is in a different class from the rest of the team.
在程式設計上，Ilan 技壓群雄，能力遠勝團隊中其他成員。
pattern: 'in a different class from [group]'
The private school's maths students are in a different class from state school students.
那間私立學校的數學學生成績技壓群雄，遠勝於公立學校的學生。
Zola's understanding of ancient history puts her in a different class from her classmates.
Zola 對古代史的理解讓她在同學中技壓群雄。
Selim's spoken French is in a different class from what the other beginners can manage.
Selim 的法語口語能力技壓群雄，遠比其他初學者來得好。
- a cut above
informal idiom meaning slightly better than
- head and shoulders above
idiom meaning clearly better than
- on a par with
at the same level as
文法句型
be in a different class from [group]
用法筆記
Followed by 'from' + the group being compared. Can also use 'puts [someone] in a different class from' as a variant.
常見錯誤
12. the quality of being noticeably more skilful, gifted, or appealing than one spec
技高一籌
比特定對象更勝一籌
the quality of being noticeably more skilful, gifted, or appealing than one specific other person when the two are directly compared.
As a tennis player, Gabriela is in a different class from her older sister.
在網球方面，Gabriela 的實力遠勝她的姊姊。
pattern: 'in a different class from [individual]'
At the cooking competition, Yael was in a different class from her training partner.
在烹飪比賽中，Yael 的實力比她的訓練夥伴技高一籌。
pattern: 'in a different class from [individual]' — direct one-on-one comparison
The young chef's desserts are in a different class from anything her mentor ever made.
那位年輕主廚的甜點遠勝於她師傅以前的作品。
Anthony's singing voice is in a different class from the lead singer of that band.
Anthony 的歌喉比那個樂團的主唱技高一籌。
- head and shoulders above
idiomatic expression with a similar comparative meaning
- streets ahead
British informal idiom meaning far better than
- no match for
not as good as someone
文法句型
be in a different class from [person]
用法筆記
Distinguish from sense 11: sense 12 compares one individual to another specific person (rather than to a group) and can include attractiveness, not just skill.
13. a quality of elegance and refined sophistication in a person's appearance, behav
品味；氣質
優雅高尚的個人格調
a quality of elegance and refined sophistication in a person's appearance, behaviour, or creations that makes them impressive without being showy.
Beatriz wore a simple black dress, but her natural poise gave the outfit real class.
Beatriz 穿了一件簡單的黑洋裝，但她自然的優雅讓整體裝扮充滿品味。
collocation: have class / show class — used as an uncountable noun for elegance
The way Otis handled the angry customer — with patience and a smile — showed real class.
Otis 用耐心和微笑應付生氣顧客的那種方式，展現了真正的氣度。
Expensive jewellery can be beautiful, but it takes more than money to have class.
昂貴的首飾固然漂亮，但要展現品味並不是光靠錢就能做到的。
The old hotel has a timeless class that the new chain hotels simply cannot match.
這家老旅館有一種新式連鎖飯店比不上的永恆品味。
- elegance
more formal; focuses on graceful appearance rather than overall quality of character
- sophistication
emphasises worldly knowledge and refined taste rather than natural grace
- grace
focuses on polite, considerate behaviour rather than visual style
- vulgarity
loud, showy, or crude behaviour — the opposite of refined elegance
文法句型
have class
show class
with class
用法筆記
Uncountable — do not use with 'a' or in the plural. Frequently used in the phrase 'to have class' or paired with adjectives like 'real', 'timeless', 'natural'. This sense is about personal or aesthetic quality, not about social rank (sense 5) or quality tiers (sense 6).
常見錯誤
14. one of the major groups in the scientific classification of living things, posit
綱
生物分類學中的一個主要等級
one of the major groups in the scientific classification of living things, positioned below a phylum or division and above an order — for example, mammals (Class Mammalia) or birds (Class Aves).
Mammals belong to the class Mammalia, which includes whales, bats, and humans.
哺乳類動物屬於哺乳綱，包括鯨魚、蝙蝠和人類。
pattern: belong to the class [Latin name]
Birds are grouped into the class Aves, sharing feathers, beaks, and hollow bones.
鳥類歸入鳥綱，共同特徵是羽毛、鳥喙和空心骨骼。
The botany professor explained that roses and strawberries belong to the same plant class.
植物學教授解釋說玫瑰和草莓屬於同一個植物綱。
Sora learned that frogs and salamanders both belong to the class Amphibia.
Sora 學到青蛙和蠑螈都屬於兩生綱。
Taxonomists sometimes disagree about whether a new species should form a separate class.
分類學家有時對於新發現的物種是否應該獨立成綱意見不一。
- taxonomic rank
broader term — covers all levels of the biological hierarchy, not just class
- group
non-scientific; any collection, without the precise hierarchical meaning
文法句型
class + [scientific name]
belong to + the + class + [name]
用法筆記
Capitalised when used with the Latin scientific name ("Class Mammalia"). The classification hierarchy from broadest to most specific is: kingdom → phylum/division → class → order → family → genus → species. Distinguish from sense 16: this sense is specific to biological taxonomy, not a general category.
常見錯誤
15. a planned set of teaching sessions that cover one topic across several weeks or
課程
一系列有系統的教學活動
a planned set of teaching sessions that cover one topic across several weeks or months at a school, college, or other learning centre.
Hui signed up for a photography class that meets every Thursday at the community centre.
Hui 報名了一門每星期四在社區中心上課的攝影課程。
pattern: [subject] + class
The business English class covers writing emails, giving talks, and doing job interviews.
商業英文課程的內容包括寫電子郵件、做簡報和練習工作面試。
Anong finished a first-aid class last summer and now feels ready to help in emergencies.
Anong 去年夏天完成了一門急救課程，現在有信心在緊急情況下提供幫助。
The university offers a creative writing class for beginners starting in September.
這所大學從九月開始開設一門給初學者的創意寫作課程。
Bilal took a cooking class to learn traditional dishes from his home country.
Bilal 上了一門烹飪課，學習如何做出家鄉的傳統菜餚。
文法句型
[subject] + class
take/a + class
class in/on [subject]
用法筆記
Often paired with a subject name before 'class' ("a yoga class", "a history class") or with 'on'/'in' after it ("a class in Mandarin", "a class on photography"). Distinguish from sense 2 (LESSON), which refers to a single teaching period — this sense refers to the whole set of sessions over a period of time.
常見錯誤
16. any collection of living creatures or objects considered together because they s
類別
具有共同特徵的人事物組合
any collection of living creatures or objects considered together because they share at least one common attribute.
The museum divides its paintings into two classes: works before 1900 and later pieces.
博物館將畫作分為兩大類別：1900 年以前的作品和以後的作品。
pattern: divide into classes — sorting by shared features
The competition has three classes based on age: under twelve, teenagers, and adults.
比賽按年齡分為三個組別：十二歲以下、青少年和成人。
Tara's new job falls into the class of positions that require frequent foreign travel.
Tara 的新工作屬於需要頻繁出國的那一類職位。
Ilan's stamp collection includes rare international issues and common local ones across many classes.
Ilan 的郵票收藏涵蓋許多類別，從稀有的國際郵票到普通的本地郵票都有。
文法句型
class of [things]
belong to a class
fall into a class
divide into classes
用法筆記
This is the most general sense of 'class', covering any grouping by shared attributes. Often followed by 'of' ("a class of vehicles") or paired with prepositions like 'into' ("divide into classes") and 'among' ("among this class of..."). Distinguish from sense 14 (BIOLOGY), which is limited to scientific taxonomy.
常見錯誤
class — 形容詞
- classpositive
- classercomparative
- classestsuperlative
1. used to describe a person, thing, or experience as excellent or of very high qua
超讚；一級棒
形容事物極好、出色的口語用法
used to describe a person, thing, or experience as excellent or of very high quality, especially in informal British conversation.
Jude said the new tapas bar was class and worth the trip across town.
Jude 說那家新開的 tapas 酒吧超讚，值得專程跑一趟去試試。
predicative use: be + class
That goal Sari scored in the final was pure class from start to finish.
Sari 在決賽踢進的那一球從頭到尾都是一流水準。
collocation: pure class
Gabriela wore a class suit to the awards ceremony last night.
Gabriela 昨晚在頒獎典禮上穿了一套超有質感的西裝。
The band put on a class performance that got the whole crowd singing.
那支樂團的表演真是一級棒，全場觀眾都跟著唱了起來。
Tendai thought the street food market was class and went back twice that week.
Tendai 覺得那個街頭美食市集超讚，那個星期又去了兩次。
文法句型
be + class
class + noun
用法筆記
Chiefly British informal. Most common in predicative position (e.g. 'that film was class') or before a noun (e.g. 'a class act'). Avoid in formal or academic writing. Not used in American English with this meaning.