example
/ɪɡˈzɑːmpl/ (bre, ipa) · /ɪɡˈzæmpl/ (ame, ipa) · /ig-ˈzam-pəl/ (ame, mw)
example — 名詞
- examplesingular
- examplesplural
1. a thing, person, or situation that belongs to a particular group and shows what
典型；範例
代表同類事物特徵的典型
a thing, person, or situation that belongs to a particular group and shows what other members of that group are like
The panda is a well-known example of a species that eats only bamboo.
大熊貓是一個有名的典型例子，說明了依賴單一食物來源的物種。
well-known example of [category]
This bowl is a beautiful example of traditional Korean pottery from the 14th century.
這個碗是14世紀韓國傳統陶器的絕佳範例。
beautiful example of [possessive noun phrase]
Minho's research provides clear examples of how urban development affects local wildlife.
Minho 的研究提供了清楚的例子，說明都市發展如何影響當地的野生動物。
These ancient tools are a classic example of human innovation during the Stone Age.
這些遠古工具是人類在石器時代創新的經典範例。
文法句型
a(n) [adjective] example of [noun phrase]
2. a particular sentence, problem, or piece of information that teachers or books u
例子；實例
用來解釋或說明的具體事例
a particular sentence, problem, or piece of information that teachers or books use to explain how something works or how to do something
The teacher gave us several examples to help us understand the new grammar rule.
老師舉了幾個例子幫助我們理解新的文法規則。
gave [someone] examples to help [someone] understand
Can you show me an example of how to write a formal email in English?
你可以示範如何用英文寫一封正式的電子郵件嗎？
show [someone] an example of how to [verb]
This dictionary uses real examples from news articles to show how words are used.
這本字典使用新聞文章中的真實例子來說明單字的用法。
For homework we had to work through ten examples of quadratic equations.
我們的家庭作業要解十道二次方程式的例題。
- illustration
more formal; suggests an explanation through comparison or story
- demonstration
focuses on showing a process or skill in action
文法句型
give [someone] an example of [noun phrase]
show [someone] an example of how to [verb]
用法筆記
Very common in classroom settings and reference works. Often appears with verbs like 'give', 'provide', 'show', and 'use'.
常見錯誤
3. used in speech or writing to introduce a specific case that helps explain or sup
例如
舉例時使用的用語
used in speech or writing to introduce a specific case that helps explain or support what you have just said
Many large Asian cities, for example Tokyo and Seoul, have excellent public transport systems.
許多亞洲大城市，例如東京和首爾，都有非常完善的公共交通系統。
for example [proper noun] and [proper noun] inside sentence
Rafael enjoys outdoor activities. For example, he goes hiking in the mountains every weekend.
Rafael 喜歡戶外活動。例如，他每個週末都會去山上健行。
For example at start of new sentence
You can reduce waste, for example by using reusable bags instead of plastic ones.
你可以用許多方式減少垃圾，例如使用環保袋代替塑膠袋。
Some pets need lots of attention. Dogs, for example, need daily walks and play.
有些寵物需要很多關注。狗，舉例來說，需要每天散步和玩耍的時間。
- for instance
identical meaning; slightly more formal in tone
文法句型
for example [noun phrase]
For example + [sentence]
[clause], for example + [gerund phrase]
常見錯誤
4. a person whose behaviour or way of living is seen as good and is therefore worth
榜樣；楷模
值得他人仿效的模範
a person whose behaviour or way of living is seen as good and is therefore worth copying by others
Ayana sets a good example for new nurses by staying calm with her patients.
Ayana 對病人保持冷靜，為新進護理師樹立了好榜樣。
sets a good example for [group]
Parents who read at home set a good example for their children naturally.
在家閱讀的父母自然而然為孩子樹立了好榜樣。
set a good example for [someone]
The coach told the team that Shanti was an example to all the other players.
教練告訴全隊，Shanti 是所有其他球員的榜樣。
Christopher set an example for the team by arriving early every day.
Christopher 每天提早到達，為團隊樹立了榜樣。
- role model
more specific; always refers to a person, especially someone in a public position
- model
broader; can refer to an abstract system or a person
- ideal
suggests a perfect standard that may be difficult to reach
- bad influence
someone whose behaviour others should avoid copying
文法句型
set a(n) [adjective] example for [someone]
be an example to [someone]
follow [someone's] example
常見錯誤
5. a punishment given to someone that is deliberately severe so that other people w
儆戒；警示
懲罰某人以警示他人
a punishment given to someone that is deliberately severe so that other people will be afraid to commit the same offence
The school principal made an example of the students who were caught vandalising the gym.
校長嚴懲破壞體育館的學生，以儆效尤。
made an example of [someone] (disciplinary context)
The judge made an example of the company that ignored worker safety laws.
法官嚴懲忽視工安規定的公司，以儆效尤。
make an example of [company] (legal context)
Long prison terms for small crimes can serve as an example to the public.
對輕罪判處長期徒刑，可以對社會大眾產生警示作用。
The authorities made a public example of the officials caught taking bribes.
當局公開懲處收受賄賂的官員，以儆效尤。
- deterrent
focuses on the punishment itself as a warning, rather than the person receiving it
文法句型
make an example of [someone]
example — 動詞
- examplepresent simple I / you / we / they
- examples3rd person singular
- exampling-ing form
- exampledpast simple
1. to be a perfect or typical example of a particular quality, type, or situation
體現
作為某事物的典型代表
to be a perfect or typical example of a particular quality, type, or situation
The Brooklyn Bridge exemplifies the best of 19th-century engineering and design.
布魯克林大橋體現了19世紀工程與設計的頂尖水準。
[structure] exemplifies [abstract quality]
Roya's work with refugee children exemplifies the patience and kindness that the job requires.
Roya 在難民兒童服務上的工作是這份工作所需的耐心與善心的具體體現。
[possessive noun] exemplifies [qualities] that [clause]
His behaviour at the meeting exemplifies exactly what we mean by professional conduct.
他在會議上的行為具體體現了我們所謂的專業操守。
This painting exemplifies the bold use of colour that made the artist famous.
這幅畫具體展現了讓這位畫家成名的強烈用色風格。
文法句型
[noun] exemplifies [noun phrase]
用法筆記
This verb is formal and far less common than the noun. In everyday conversation, use 'is a typical example of' instead.
2. to behave in a way that shows others how they should behave, especially by being
身教；示範
以身作則成為榜樣
to behave in a way that shows others how they should behave, especially by being a good role model
Senior staff are expected to exemplify professional behaviour for their junior colleagues.
資深員工應為年輕同事樹立專業行為的榜樣。
exemplify [behaviour] for [group]
By carefully sorting their waste, the Watanabe family exemplifies environmental responsibility to their neighbours.
Watanabe 一家人仔細分類垃圾，向鄰居展現了什麼是環保責任。
exemplifies [abstract quality] to [group]
The mayor tried to exemplify honest leadership by refusing special treatment.
市長拒絕特殊待遇，以身作則展現了誠信領導。
The school's new policy exemplifies fairness by treating all students equally.
學校的新政策公平對待所有學生，體現了公正原則。
- set an example
the more common everyday phrase; 'exemplify' is its formal equivalent
文法句型
[someone] exemplifies [behaviour] for [group]
用法筆記
Distinguish from Verb/1: Verb/1 means 'to be a representative case of something', while Verb/2 means 'to actively demonstrate the right behaviour for others to copy'.