common sense
common sense — 名詞
1. the ability to judge situations in a practical, sensible way by using everyday e
常識
依據生活經驗做出合理判斷的能力
the ability to judge situations in a practical, sensible way by using everyday experience rather than special training or knowledge — for example, knowing to keep a safe distance from a fire, or checking prices before making a large purchase.
As a new driver, Isabela used common sense and kept her distance from the truck.
身為新手駕駛，Isabela 運用了常識，與卡車保持距離。
common sense + verb for precautionary action
It is just common sense that you should wear a helmet when riding a bicycle.
騎腳踏車時戴安全帽，這是基本的常識。
It is just common sense that... — pattern for obvious truths
The recipe called for baking soda, so Emre used common sense and found a substitute.
食譜上寫的是小蘇打粉，所以 Emre 憑常識找到替代品。
When the fire alarm went off, common sense told everyone to head for the exit.
火災警報響起時，常識告訴大家要趕快往出口走去。
Dewi's common sense stopped her from buying a car that needed costly repairs.
Dewi 的常識讓她沒有買下一輛維修費用高昂的車。
- practical wisdom
more formal; emphasises experience gained over time
- sound judgment
focuses on the quality of a decision rather than the ability
- good sense
nearly identical in meaning; slightly more informal
- foolishness
acting without thought or caution
- nonsense
ideas or statements that show a lack of judgment
用法筆記
Uncountable noun — never use 'a common sense' or 'common senses'. Frequently appears as the subject of verbs like 'tells', 'warns', 'says', and 'suggests'.