easy
/ˈiːzi/ (bre, ipa) · /ˈiːzi/ (ame, ipa) · /ˈē-zē/ (ame, mw)
easy — 形容詞
- easypositive
- easiercomparative
- easiestsuperlative
1. A task or activity that is easy can be done or understood without much effort or
簡單的
不費力就能完成或理解的
A task or activity that is easy can be done or understood without much effort or trouble.
The maths test was surprisingly easy for the whole class.
這次數學考試對全班來說出乎意料地簡單。
Arjun found an easy way to fix the broken drawer using strong glue.
Arjun 找到了一個簡單的方法，用強力膠把壞掉的抽屜修好了。
easy way + to-infinitive
Learning to ride a bike is not always easy for young children.
學會騎腳踏車對小孩子來說不一定總是那麼簡單。
The recipe was so easy that Naoko made it without once looking at the book.
那個食譜真的太簡單了，Naoko 連看都不用看書就做出來了。
- simple
focuses on the lack of complexity rather than effort
- effortless
suggests something is done so easily it seems to take no effort at all; slightly more formal
- straightforward
emphasises a clear, logical path with no hidden difficulties
- painless
informal, suggests the task causes no trouble or inconvenience
文法句型
easy + to-infinitive
easy + for + person
easy + noun
用法筆記
Commonly followed by a to-infinitive ('easy to use', 'easy to clean'). The subject is usually the thing being done, not the person: 'The instructions are easy to follow', NOT 'You are easy to follow the instructions'.
常見錯誤
2. Describes a situation or state where a person has no worry, discomfort, or diffi
舒適；安逸
沒有憂慮或痛苦的
Describes a situation or state where a person has no worry, discomfort, or difficulty; comfortable and relaxed.
After the long massage, Élise felt easy and relaxed for the first time in months.
做完長時間的按摩之後，Élise 幾個月來第一次感到輕鬆自在。
The old armchair is soft and easy, perfect for curling up with a good book.
那張舊扶手椅又軟又舒適，最適合窩在上面看書了。
easy = comfortable (used of furniture)
Hao has an easy smile that makes everyone around him feel welcome.
Hao 的笑容很自在，讓周圍每個人都覺得受到歡迎。
The group walked at an easy pace, stopping often to enjoy the mountain views.
大家以悠閒的步伐走著，不時停下來欣賞山景。
- comfortable
more general, used for physical ease and financial security
- relaxed
emphasises the absence of tension or stress
- peaceful
suggests a calm, quiet environment without disturbance
文法句型
easy + noun
feel easy
be easy
look easy
用法筆記
This sense often describes a person's manner, a lifestyle, or the physical comfort of furniture or clothing. It is different from sense 1, which focuses on how much effort a task requires.
常見錯誤
easy — 副詞
1. Done without difficulty or effort; used in informal English in place of the adve
輕鬆地
不費力地（非正式用法）
Done without difficulty or effort; used in informal English in place of the adverb 'easily'.
Caio passed his driving test easy, even though he was quite nervous beforehand.
Caio 輕鬆地通過了駕照考試，儘管他事前非常緊張。
informal: easy = easily
The new software runs easy on older computers and never slows them down.
這套新軟體在舊電腦上跑得很順，從來不會讓電腦變慢。
Obi finished the crossword puzzle easy, fitting every word in under eight minutes.
Obi 輕鬆地完成了填字遊戲，不到八分鐘就把所有單字填進去了。
The tourists navigated the old city easy using the new map app on their phones.
觀光客用手機上的新地圖應用程式，輕鬆地在舊城區裡找到路。
- easily
the standard formal equivalent; use in writing
- effortlessly
emphasises that the task required no strain
文法句型
verb + easy
用法筆記
This use of 'easy' as an adverb is informal. In standard written English, 'easily' is preferred. Common in everyday speech and casual writing.
常見錯誤
2. In a slow and careful way, without rushing or becoming excited, especially when
從容地
不匆忙地；小心緩慢地
In a slow and careful way, without rushing or becoming excited, especially when handling something delicate or risky.
The climbing instructor told everyone to go easy on the steep section near the top.
攀岩教練告訴大家在頂端附近那段陡峭的路段要小心慢慢爬。
go easy on [thing]: use carefully
Pim reminded himself to take it easy while recovering from the ankle injury.
Pim 提醒自己在腳踝受傷復原期間要放慢腳步。
take it easy: avoid rushing
Easy does it — lift from the bottom so the glass inside does not break.
慢慢來——從底部抬起箱子，這樣裡面的玻璃才不會打破。
The movers took it easy carrying the piano down the narrow staircase.
搬家工人小心翼翼地把鋼琴抬下窄窄的樓梯。
文法句型
go easy
take it easy
walk easy
easy does it
用法筆記
Most often appears in fixed phrases: 'go easy (on someone/something)', 'take it easy', and 'easy does it'. These are everyday expressions that learners should memorise as whole units.
常見錯誤
3. In a relaxed way, without anxiety or stress; living or behaving calmly without p
自在地
心情放鬆地；無憂無慮地
In a relaxed way, without anxiety or stress; living or behaving calmly without pressure.
After retiring, Ziad planned to live easy and spend time with his grandchildren.
退休之後，Ziad 打算輕鬆自在地生活，多陪陪孫子孫女。
live easy: relaxed lifestyle
The friends sat easy on the porch, chatting and laughing until late.
朋友們自在地坐在門廊上聊天說笑，一直到很晚。
Quinn decided to take the whole summer easy instead of enrolling in extra classes.
Quinn 決定輕鬆度過整個夏天，不再報名額外的課程。
The librarian sat easy in her chair between shifts, reading poetry.
圖書館員在值班空檔間自在地坐在椅子上讀詩。
- calmly
focuses on emotional state; more formal
- comfortably
suggests physical ease and freedom from hardship
- anxiously
the opposite of living without worry
- restlessly
suggests an inability to relax
文法句型
live easy
take it easy
sit easy
用法筆記
Common in expressions about lifestyle and attitude ('live easy', 'take things easy'). Closely related to adverb sense 2, but with the focus on emotional calm rather than physical carefulness.
4. In a way that does not involve a harsh or severe punishment; with a forgiving at
寬容地
處罰不嚴厲地
In a way that does not involve a harsh or severe punishment; with a forgiving attitude towards someone's mistakes.
The judge went easy on the young driver because it was his first traffic offence.
法官對那位年輕駕駛從輕發落，因為這是他第一次交通違規。
go easy on [person]: be lenient
Nicholas asked the teacher to go easy on the project deadline since everyone had exams.
Nicholas 請老師對報告的期限寬容一些，因為大家都在忙著準備考試。
The coach went easy on the team after their long bus trip to the match.
教練對球隊從輕要求，因為他們坐了長途巴士才到比賽場地。
The manager agreed to go easy on the late fee for the regular customer.
經理同意對老客戶寬容處理逾期費用。
文法句型
go easy on + person
用法筆記
Almost always appears in the phrase 'go easy on + person'. You cannot say 'be easy on' with the same meaning — only 'go easy on' works for leniency.
常見錯誤
5. With calm, soft movements; not in a rough or sudden way, especially when handlin
輕柔地
動作溫和地
With calm, soft movements; not in a rough or sudden way, especially when handling fragile objects or delicate situations.
Easy does it — the vase is old and might crack if you pull too hard.
輕一點——這個花瓶很舊了，用力拉可能會裂開。
easy does it: gentle handling
The night-shift nurse told the patient to breathe easy while she listened to his chest.
值夜班的護士告訴病人慢慢平穩地呼吸，同時她聽診他的胸口。
The art student told her friend to go easy when lifting the large canvas.
美術系學生告訴朋友把大畫布拿下來時要輕一點。
Easy does it with those scissors — the silk ribbon tears without much force.
那把剪刀要小心用——絲帶不用力氣就扯破了。
文法句型
easy does it
breathe easy
verb + easy
用法筆記
Appears most often in the fixed expression 'easy does it', used as a warning to handle something with care. 'Breathe easy' is another common fixed phrase meaning to breathe slowly and calmly.
6. Without any doubt; certainly. Used informally before a verb to emphasise that so
肯定；極可能
肯定地（非正式用法，表示極可能）
Without any doubt; certainly. Used informally before a verb to emphasise that something is very likely or definitely true.
That restaurant down the street could easy be the best place to eat in town.
巷口那家小餐館絕對可以算是鎮上最好吃的地方。
could easy be: certainly is (informal)
The repairs on the car could easy cost more than the vehicle itself is worth.
那輛舊車的修理費很可能比車子本身還貴。
The hike could easy take four hours with lunch stops along the way.
這趟健行如果中途停下來吃午餐，恐怕要花上四個小時。
Gabriel's new novel could easy be the most popular book of the summer season.
Gabriel 的新小說很可能會是今年夏天最受歡迎的書。
- easily
the standard adverb form; use 'could easily be' in writing
- certainly
more formal and direct
- definitely
emphasises strong certainty
文法句型
could + easy + be/do
be + easy + adjective/comparative
用法筆記
Very informal. The pattern is usually 'could + easy + verb' ('could easy be', 'could easy cost'). In formal writing, use 'easily' or 'certainly' instead. Do not use this sense in academic or professional English.