durable
/ˈdjʊərəbl/ (bre, ipa) · /ˈdʊrəbl/ (ame, ipa) · /ˈdu̇r-ə-bəl also ˈdyu̇r-/ (ame, mw)
durable — 形容詞
- durablepositive
- more durablecomparative
- most durablesuperlative
1. Something that is durable stays in good condition even after being used many tim
耐用的
物品經久不易壞
Something that is durable stays in good condition even after being used many times or over a long period — it does not break, tear, or wear out easily.
Saira bought a durable backpack that has lasted through four years of hiking trips, and it still looks almost new.
Saira 買了一個耐用的後背包，經過四年的登山旅行都沒有壞，看起來還跟新的差不多。
collocation: durable backpack / durable material / durable goods
The kitchen uses durable ceramic tiles that resist scratches and stains from daily cooking.
廚房用的是耐用的磁磚，能抵抗每天做飯造成的刮痕和污漬。
Adina prefers cotton sheets because they are more durable than most synthetic fabrics.
Adina 比較喜歡純棉床單，因為比大多數合成布料更耐用。
A good pair of leather boots can be extremely durable, often lasting for more than ten years with proper care.
一雙好的皮鞋可以非常耐用，妥善照顧的話用上十幾年都沒問題。
Builders chose a durable plastic for the outdoor furniture so it would not crack in the sun or rain.
建築工人選用了一種耐用塑膠來做戶外家具，這樣就不會在太陽或雨水中龜裂。
- long-lasting
more conversational; emphasises time rather than strength
- sturdy
focuses on physical strength and solid build
- tough
more informal; suggests resistance to damage or rough use
- heavy-duty
used for items built for very hard or frequent use
文法句型
durable + noun
be durable
用法筆記
Used mainly for physical objects (tools, clothing, buildings, materials). For abstract concepts like relationships or agreements, see sense 2.
常見錯誤
2. Something that is durable continues to exist or stays effective over many years
持久的
抽象事物長期存在
Something that is durable continues to exist or stays effective over many years — for example, a peace agreement, a close relationship, a practical solution, or a strong reputation.
The two countries signed a durable peace treaty that has held for over thirty years without conflict.
兩國簽訂了持久的和平條約，三十多年來一直沒有發生衝突。
collocation: durable peace / durable solution
Niran and Layla have built a durable friendship based on trust and shared interests that has lasted since childhood.
Niran 和 Layla 從小就以信任和共同興趣建立起一段持久的友誼。
The company enjoyed a durable reputation for quality, which helped it survive several economic downturns.
這家公司在品質方面擁有持久的聲譽，幫助它度過了多次經濟衰退。
A durable democracy depends on fair elections and a free press that hold leaders accountable.
持久的民主有賴於公平的選舉和自由的媒體來監督執政者。
The business partners wanted a durable agreement that would protect both sides for many years to come.
合作夥伴們希望簽訂一份能長期保障雙方權益的持久協議。
- short-lived
lasting only a brief time
- temporary
intended or expected to last only for a limited period
文法句型
durable + noun (abstract)
用法筆記
More formal than sense 1. Frequently used in political, legal, and business contexts. Subject is typically an abstract noun (peace, friendship, reputation, democracy, agreement).
常見錯誤
3. A durable person can keep working, exercising, or performing over extended perio
有耐力的
人體能長時間活動
A durable person can keep working, exercising, or performing over extended periods without feeling worn out, sore, or hurt.
Andrés is a durable runner who can complete marathons even in hot weather without slowing down.
Andrés 是個有耐力的跑者，就算在大熱天也能跑完整場馬拉松而且速度不減。
domain: sports (durable athlete / durable runner)
The coach looks for durable players who can maintain their energy through the entire ninety-minute match.
教練要找的是有耐力的球員，能在整場九十分鐘的比賽中維持體力。
Iris proved she was durable by working double shifts at the hospital without ever calling in sick.
Iris 證明了自己是個有耐力的人，連上雙班從不請假。
A durable athlete recovers quickly between games and rarely suffers from repeated injuries.
有耐力的運動員在比賽之間恢復得快，而且很少反覆受傷。
The research team needed a durable fieldworker who could carry heavy equipment through rough terrain for hours.
研究團隊需要一個有耐力的田野調查員，能扛著沉重的設備在崎嶇的地形走上好幾個小時。
文法句型
be durable (of a person)
用法筆記
This sense applies to people, not objects. Common in sports and physically demanding occupations. Do not confuse with sense 1 (physical objects) or sense 2 (abstract concepts).