correct

/kəˈrekt/ (bre, ipa) · /kəˈrekt/ (ame, ipa) · /kə-ˈrekt/ (ame, mw)

correct — 形容詞

  • correctpositive
  • more correctcomparative
  • most correctsuperlative

1. Having no mistakes and saying the same thing as what is actually true or what mo

1.形容詞A2
釋義

正確的

沒有錯誤且符合事實的

Having no mistakes and saying the same thing as what is actually true or what most people see as right.

例句

Camila gave the correct answer to every question on the maths test.

Camila 在數學測驗中每題都答對了。

collocation: correct answer

Is it correct to call this plant a cactus or is it a succulent?

把這種植物稱為仙人掌是對的，還是該稱它為多肉植物？

pattern: correct + to-infinitive (checking accuracy)

同義詞
  • right

    More common in everyday speech than 'correct'; interchangeable in most factual contexts

  • accurate

    Emphasises exactness and precision, often used for measurements or detailed information

  • true

    Focuses on agreement with facts or reality rather than freedom from mistakes

反義詞
  • incorrect

    The direct formal opposite; common in academic and professional contexts

  • wrong

    The most common everyday opposite of 'correct'

文法句型

correct + noun

it is correct + to-infinitive

it is correct that + clause

用法筆記

The opposite is 'incorrect' or 'wrong'. Use this sense for facts, answers, measurements, calculations, and statements of truth. 'Right' can often replace 'correct' in informal contexts.

常見錯誤

❌The time on my phone is right correct.
✅The time on my phone is correct.
💡Do not use both 'right' and 'correct' together; they mean the same thing.
❌He gave a correct reply that surprised everyone.' (vague)
✅He gave the correct reply during the quiz and won a point.
💡Use 'correct' for specific, verifiable facts, not just any appropriate response.

2. Following the accepted rules of social behaviour, so that what you do or say is

2.形容詞B1
釋義

得體的

行為舉止符合社會規範的

Following the accepted rules of social behaviour, so that what you do or say is seen as suitable for the situation.

例句

Devika's grandmother reminded her it is not considered correct to interrupt guests at formal dinners.

Devika 的祖母提醒她，在正式晚宴上打斷賓客說話是不恰當的。

pattern: it is considered correct + to-infinitive (social norms)

Eshe wore a formal suit because correct dress was expected at the award ceremony.

Eshe 穿了正式套裝，因為頒獎典禮要求穿著得體。

collocation: correct dress/clothes/attire

同義詞
  • proper

    Very close in meaning; 'proper' is slightly stronger and more about what is morally or traditionally right

  • appropriate

    Focuses on suitability for a particular situation rather than universal social rules

  • acceptable

    A weaker alternative; something that is tolerated but not necessarily fully approved

反義詞
  • incorrect

    Direct opposite; 'incorrect behaviour' means behaviour that breaks social rules

  • inappropriate

    Common opposite for this sense; emphasises that something does not fit the situation

文法句型

correct + noun

it is considered correct + to-infinitive

it is not correct + to-infinitive

用法筆記

Frequently used negatively ('not correct') to describe socially unacceptable behaviour. This sense overlaps with 'proper' more than 'right' does. The noun form 'correctness' is common in discussions of social or political appropriateness.

常見錯誤

❌It is not correct to eat with your mouth open.' (too direct)
✅In many societies, it is not considered correct to eat with your mouth open.
💡The social-propriety sense very often appears with 'considered' to soften the statement.
❌His correct suit impressed everyone.
✅His correct attire for the occasion impressed everyone.
💡Use 'correct' for the suitability of the dress code, not the quality of the clothing.

correct — 動詞