featuring
featuring — 動詞
- featuringpresent simple I / you / we / they
- featurings3rd person singular
- featuringing-ing form
- featuringedpast simple
1. to have someone or something as a main attraction, performer, or significant par
主打；收錄
將某人/物作為重要部分呈現
to have someone or something as a main attraction, performer, or significant part of an event, show, publication, or other presentation
The art gallery is featuring a new exhibition of photographs from West Africa.
這間美術館正以一場西非照片的新展覽為號召。
passive or active: feature + [event/product] + [content]
This month's magazine features an interview with Dr. Okonkwo about climate change.
本月的雜誌收錄了 Okonkwo 博士關於氣候變遷的訪談。
The concert featuring Rafael and his band sold out within hours.
由 Rafael 與其樂團領銜演出的音樂會在數小時內售罄。
Priya's short stories were featured in a popular literary journal last spring.
Priya 的短篇故事去年春天被收錄在一本知名的文學期刊中。
The restaurant's menu features fresh seafood caught by local fishermen.
這家餐廳的菜單以當地漁民捕獲的新鮮海產為主打。
- omit
to leave out entirely
文法句型
feature + noun phrase
be featured in + noun phrase
featuring + noun phrase (as modifier)
用法筆記
Commonly used in promotional or descriptive contexts. The present-participle form 'featuring' frequently appears as a modifier introducing a performer or element — e.g. 'a dinner featuring local wines'. Distinguish from sense 2, which describes built-in characteristics rather than curated content.
常見錯誤
2. to have something as a built-in part or noticeable quality — used especially for
具備；配備
以某物為內建功能或特色
to have something as a built-in part or noticeable quality — used especially for products, machines, buildings, or systems that include a particular function, design, or convenience
The new smartphone features a camera that works well in low light.
這款新智慧型手機配備了一台在低光源下表現優異的相機。
feature + noun phrase [product attribute]
This apartment features a large balcony with beautiful city views.
這間公寓設有大型陽台，可欣賞美麗的城市景觀。
The hotel features an outdoor swimming pool and a fitness center.
這家飯店設有戶外游泳池和健身中心。
Chen's latest software features a voice-recognition tool for blind users.
Chen 的最新軟體具備一個專為視障人士設計的語音辨識工具。
Each room features a flat-screen television and free wireless internet.
每個房間都配有平面電視和免費無線網路。
- lack
to be without a particular quality or part
文法句型
feature + noun phrase [product attribute]
用法筆記
Unlike sense 1, this sense does not describe performances or media content. The subject is typically a product, building, or system, and the object is a functional attribute or design element — never a person.
常見錯誤
featuring — 名詞
1. a noticeable quality, function, or characteristic of something that is not prima
特點；特徵
事物顯著的品質或部分
a noticeable quality, function, or characteristic of something that is not primarily physical — for example, a useful capability of a phone or a distinctive aspect of a service or system
The best feature of Mei-Lin's new job is the flexible working hours.
Mei-Lin 新工作最大的特點是彈性的工作時間。
collocation: best feature / key feature
One useful feature of Deepa's travel app is that it works even in areas with no phone signal.
Deepa 的旅遊應用程式一個實用特點是，即使在沒有手機訊號的地區也能使用。
The car's safety features include airbags and automatic braking.
這輛車的安全配備包括安全氣囊和自動煞車系統。
Javier chose the insurance plan because of its key features such as roadside assistance.
Javier 選擇了那份保險方案，因為它具備道路救援等重點特色。
Tomoki's photo-editing software has special features for beginners who have never used a design tool.
Tomoki 公司出品的照片編輯軟體具備專為從未用過設計工具的初學者設計的特殊功能。
- characteristic
more formal; suggests an inherent, defining quality
- attribute
slightly more abstract; often used in technical contexts
- aspect
focuses on one side or angle of something, not necessarily a distinguishing part
- defect
an undesirable quality, the opposite of a selling point
文法句型
feature + of + noun phrase
adjective + feature
用法筆記
This sense focuses on abstract or functional qualities — capabilities of products, characteristics of systems, or distinctive aspects of services. For physical parts of buildings, landscapes, or natural environments, use noun/2 (PHYSICAL PART OF PLACE). Product descriptions (sense 2 of the verb) are often paraphrased using this noun: 'The phone features a long battery life' → 'A long battery life is a feature of the phone.'
常見錯誤
2. a noticeable part of a building, area of land, or natural environment that has a
地貌特色；建築特色
建築或自然環境中顯眼的部分
a noticeable part of a building, area of land, or natural environment that has a particular shape, purpose, or character
A large pond is the central feature of the botanical garden.
一座大型池塘是這座植物園的中心特色。
collocation: central feature / natural feature
The most striking feature of the cathedral is its tall bell tower.
這座大教堂最引人注目的特色是其高聳的鐘樓。
Wooden beams are a traditional feature of houses in this village.
木樑是這個村莊房屋的傳統建築特色。
The coastline has several rock features shaped by wind and rain.
這條海岸線有數個經風雨侵蝕而成的岩石地貌。
Umar's new kitchen includes a marble island counter that serves as both a design feature and a breakfast bar.
Umar 的新廚房配有一座大理石中島流理檯，既是設計亮點，也當作早餐吧檯使用。
文法句型
natural feature
architectural feature
distinctive feature
用法筆記
Often collocates with adjectives describing visual prominence: 'striking', 'central', 'distinctive'. For geographical contexts, 'natural feature' refers to mountains, rivers, valleys, and rock formations.
3. one of the individual parts of a person's face, such as the eyes, nose, mouth, o
五官；容貌特徵
臉部的個別部位，如眼、鼻、口
one of the individual parts of a person's face, such as the eyes, nose, mouth, or chin; in plural form, the overall appearance of someone's face
Noa has delicate features and long dark hair.
Noa 擁有精緻的五官和一頭烏黑的長髮。
plural: 'features' for overall facial appearance
His most noticeable feature is a pair of bright green eyes.
他最顯著的特徵是一雙亮綠色的眼睛。
collocation: noticeable feature / striking feature
The artist carefully drew each feature of the woman's face.
這位藝術家仔細描繪了那名女子臉上的每一個五官。
Chandra's sharp features softened the moment she spotted her younger brother at the airport gate.
Chandra 銳利的五官在她於機場大廳看到弟弟的那一刻變得柔和。
A scar above his left eyebrow from a childhood accident was Diego's only uneven feature.
Diego 左眉上方一道小時候騎腳踏車摔傷留下的疤痕，是他唯一不對稱的五官特徵。
- facial characteristic
more formal and clinical
- lineament
very formal and literary; rare in everyday English
文法句型
[possessive] + features
[adjective] + features
用法筆記
When referring to the whole face, 'features' (plural) is more common than the singular. Describing a single part, use 'a feature' or 'one of her features'. Adjectives often used: 'delicate', 'strong', 'sharp', 'soft', 'regular'.
常見錯誤
4. a special or prominent article in a newspaper, magazine, or online publication,
專題報導；特寫
報章雜誌或廣播中深入探討的文章
a special or prominent article in a newspaper, magazine, or online publication, or a segment of a television or radio broadcast, that examines a particular subject in depth
The newspaper ran a lengthy feature on the history of the local market.
該報刊登了一篇關於當地市場歷史的深度專題報導。
collocation: feature on [topic]
Tomorrow's program includes a feature about traditional pottery in Taiwan.
明天的節目將包含一則關於台灣傳統陶藝的特寫。
A travel feature in the magazine described hiking routes in New Zealand.
雜誌中的一篇旅遊專題介紹了紐西蘭的健行路線。
Fatoumata writes a weekly feature about African cinema for the blog.
Fatoumata 每週為該部落格撰寫一篇非洲電影的專題文章。
The television channel aired a forty-minute feature on the rescue workers.
該電視頻道播出了一則四十分鐘的特別報導，介紹救難人員。
文法句型
feature + on/about + [topic]
special feature
feature article
用法筆記
A 'feature' differs from a regular news article: it is longer, more detailed, and often includes background, analysis, or human-interest angles. In broadcasting, 'feature' can also mean a segment within a larger programme.
5. a full-length film, usually ninety minutes or longer, that is the main attractio
長片；劇情片
片長約九十分鐘以上的電影
a full-length film, usually ninety minutes or longer, that is the main attraction in a movie theater or on a streaming service
The film festival opened with a new feature directed by a first-time filmmaker.
影展以一位首次執導的導演所拍攝的新長片揭開序幕。
feature as short for 'feature film'
The Grand Cinema downtown usually screens four features every day, from morning until late evening.
位於市中心的 Grand 影院每天從早上到深夜通常放映四部長片。
Hana's documentary about coral reefs was so popular at the film festival that a distributor released it as a feature.
Hana 關於珊瑚礁的紀錄片在影展上大受歡迎，因此有發行商以劇情長片的形式推出。
Liam watched a science-fiction feature about robots exploring Mars.
Liam 看了一部關於機器人探索火星的科幻長片。
A Seoul studio plans to turn Kaito's short film into a full feature next year.
首爾的一家工作室計劃明年將 Kaito 的短片發展為完整的長片。
- short film
a film shorter than feature length, typically under 40 minutes
文法句型
feature + noun [feature film]
main feature
double feature
用法筆記
In cinema contexts, 'feature' alone implies a feature-length fiction film. To be explicit, use 'feature film' (as opposed to 'short film' or 'documentary'). 'Double feature' refers to two films shown back-to-back for one ticket price.
6. a product, service, or menu item that is displayed or advertised as especially a
主打商品；特惠品
被特別推廣或促銷的商品或服務
a product, service, or menu item that is displayed or advertised as especially attractive, often at a reduced price or for a limited time
This week's special feature is a three-course dinner for two people.
本週的特惠主打是一套雙人三道菜晚餐。
collocation: special feature [promotion]
The electronics store advertised summer features including a discounted soundbar and a smart thermostat.
這家電子產品商店宣傳了夏季主打商品，包括折扣的聲霸和智慧恆溫器。
features as promotional items
At the Thai place on Elm Street, each lunch feature comes with free iced tea.
在 Elm 街的泰式餐廳，每道午間特選餐點均附贈一杯免費冰茶。
Carlos bought the gaming laptop because it was the feature of the month at TechZone.
Carlos 購買了那台電競筆電，因為它是 TechZone 賣場的當月主打商品。
At the diner, Patricia picked the chocolate cake feature and asked for extra ice cream.
Patricia 在那家小餐館選了巧克力熔岩蛋糕特選，並要求多加冰淇淋。
- special offer
emphasises the pricing element more clearly
- promotion
broader; includes discounts, bundles, and campaigns
- deal
informal; focuses on value for money
文法句型
special feature
feature of the month/week
用法筆記
Common in retail and restaurant settings. 'Feature of the month' or 'special feature' signals a temporary promotion. This sense is less frequent than the others; 'promotion' or 'special offer' are more common alternatives.