full
full — 動詞
- fullpresent simple I / you / we / they
- fulls3rd person singular
- fulling-ing form
- fulledpast simple
1. when a space or container becomes full after something gradually enters it, so t
變滿
容器或空間逐漸被填滿
when a space or container becomes full after something gradually enters it, so that no more people or things can fit inside.
The reservoir fulls gradually after several days of steady rain.
連續幾天穩定降雨後，水庫逐漸變滿。
intransitive present: fulls + adverb (gradually)
The car park was fulling quickly as the exhibition opening approached.
展覽開幕時間接近時，停車場迅速變滿。
progressive: was fulling + adverb (quickly)
By noon the village hall had fulled with people preparing for the festival.
中午前，村莊禮堂已經聚滿了準備節慶活動的人。
The old theatre began to full with guests just before the curtain rose.
就在開演前，老劇院漸漸坐滿了觀眾。
- empty
to become empty, the opposite process
文法句型
full + (adverb of degree or place)
用法筆記
In modern English this verb is quite rare; speakers usually say 'become full' or 'fill up' instead.
常見錯誤
2. in sewing and dressmaking — to gather or pleat a piece of fabric so that it beco
收攏
裁縫中將布料打褶使變寬
in sewing and dressmaking — to gather or pleat a piece of fabric so that it becomes wider or looser in a specific area, often to create shape or volume in a garment.
The tailor fulled the waistband before attaching it to the skirt.
裁縫先將裙腰收攏，再縫到裙子上。
transitive: full + [garment part]
To create a softer drape, Karim fulled the fabric along the front panel.
為了營造更柔軟的垂墜感，Karim 將前片布料沿著邊緣收攏。
infinitive of purpose + main clause
Mei fulled the sleeves at the shoulder seam to add volume to the blouse.
Mei 在袖子的肩線處收攏，為上衣增加寬度。
After fulling the back piece, the dressmaker pinned it to the bodice.
裁縫師將後片收攏後，再用別針固定在衣身上。
文法句型
full + [fabric/garment part]
用法筆記
This is a technical term used mainly by professional dressmakers and tailors. In everyday language, 'gather' or 'pleat' is more common.
3. in textile manufacturing — to treat woolen fabric with moisture, heat, and press
縮絨
將羊毛布料濕潤加壓使纖維密合
in textile manufacturing — to treat woolen fabric with moisture, heat, and pressure so that the fibres mat together, making the cloth denser, warmer, and more water-resistant.
The mill workers fulled the woolen cloth in large vats of hot water.
工廠工人將羊毛布料放進大型熱水槽中進行縮絨。
transitive active: full + [cloth] + [method]
In old textile mills, wool was fulled by being beaten with heavy wooden hammers.
在舊式紡織廠裡，工人用重型木槌敲打羊毛使其縮絨。
passive: be fulled + by [method]
After the tweed had been fulled and dried, it became much softer to the touch.
粗花呢經過縮絨和烘乾後，觸感變得柔軟許多。
David fulled the raw wool felt until the fibres bonded tightly together.
David 將生羊毛氈縮絨，直到纖維緊密結合在一起。
文法句型
full + [woolen cloth]
be fulled + (by method)
用法筆記
Often used in the passive voice ('the cloth is fulled'). This historical process, also called 'felting,' is still used by artisanal woollen-mill producers. In modern industry the term 'fulling' is more common than the verb 'full.'
full — 名詞
1. the highest possible level or the complete amount of something — used mainly in
全；極致
最大程度或完整狀態
the highest possible level or the complete amount of something — used mainly in the fixed phrases 'in full', 'to the full', and after verbs like 'eat' or 'drink' (e.g. 'eat your full')
Pim paid the bill in full before leaving the restaurant.
Pim 在離開餐廳前全額付清了帳單。
collocation: in full (complete payment)
After recovering, Ayana decided to live life to the full.
康復後，Ayana 決定盡情享受生活。
collocation: to the full (maximum degree)
The children ate their full at Grandma's birthday dinner.
孩子們在奶奶的生日晚餐上吃得很飽。
Kemi wrote her full name in full on the application form.
Kemi 在申請表上完整寫出了她的全名。
Imran enjoyed the hike to the full, stopping at every viewpoint.
Imran 盡情享受了這趟健行，在每個觀景點都停下來欣賞。
文法句型
in full
to the full
one's full (after verbs like eat/drink)
用法筆記
Unlike most English nouns, 'full' in this sense cannot follow determiners like 'a', 'the', or 'some' in ordinary use. It is restricted to the fixed phrases listed above.
常見錯誤
full — 形容詞
- fullpositive
- fullercomparative
- fullestsuperlative
1. holding as much liquid, air, or solid contents as there is room for, so that no
滿的
容器或空間已裝滿
holding as much liquid, air, or solid contents as there is room for, so that no more can be added.
Talia poured water into the glass until it was completely full.
Talia 往玻璃杯倒水，直到杯子完全裝滿。
collocation: completely full
The train was so full that Christopher had to stand all the way home.
火車上擠滿了人，Christopher 只好一路站回家。
Wei packed two suitcases full of winter clothes for the trip to Sapporo.
Wei 為了去札幌旅行，打包了兩個裝滿冬衣的行李箱。
When the car park is full, drivers have to leave their cars on the street.
停車場滿了的時候，駕駛人就得把車停在街上。
After dinner the rubbish bin was full of food packaging.
晚餐後，垃圾桶裡滿是食物包裝。
- empty
containing nothing or hardly anything
用法筆記
Can be followed by 'of' to state what is inside: 'a bag full of apples'. Frequently used with adverbs like 'completely', 'half', or 'almost'.
常見錯誤
2. containing a large quantity or number of something, without necessarily being pa
充滿
含有大量的人事物
containing a large quantity or number of something, without necessarily being packed to the limit.
The old book in the library was full of beautiful pictures of birds and flowers.
圖書館裡那本舊書充滿了鳥類和花卉的美麗圖片。
pattern: full of [things/people/substance]
Devika's essay was full of interesting ideas but needed better organisation.
Devika 的作文充滿了有趣的構想，但還需要更好的組織。
collocation: full of ideas/energy/enthusiasm
The garden was full of bright flowers after the spring rains.
春天的雨水過後，花園裡開滿了鮮豔的花朵。
Karim's email was full of typing mistakes and missing words.
Karim 的電子郵件裡充滿了打字錯誤和遺漏的字詞。
The museum website is full of information about each painting and artist.
博物館的網站上充滿了關於每幅畫作和藝術家的資訊。
- lacking
not having enough of something
用法筆記
Used with 'of' followed by a noun phrase describing what is abundant. Common with abstract nouns: 'full of energy', 'full of surprises', 'full of hope'.
常見錯誤
3. involving many different activities, events, or tasks that follow one another wi
滿檔的
安排很多活動的
involving many different activities, events, or tasks that follow one another with little free time in between.
Baraka had a full day of meetings at the office and came home tired.
Baraka 在辦公室開了一整天的會議，回家時已經累壞了。
collocation: a full day/week/schedule
Manuela's calendar is full for the whole month of December.
Manuela 整個十二月的行事曆都是滿檔的。
Amihan lives a very full life with work, sports, and volunteer activities.
Amihan 的生活過得非常充實，有工作、運動和志工活動。
The wedding weekend was full — dinner on Friday, the ceremony on Saturday, and a picnic.
婚禮那個週末行程滿檔——週五晚宴、週六典禮、週日野餐。
The children have a full week planned with swimming, music camp, and art class.
孩子們這個星期安排得滿滿的，有游泳、音樂營和美術課。
- free
having no fixed plans or obligations
用法筆記
Usually modifies periods of time (day, week, schedule, calendar) or a person's life. Not used for describing a person's character (use 'busy' instead).
4. unable to stop speaking or reflecting on something that made a strong, positive
講不停
一直談論喜歡的經歷
unable to stop speaking or reflecting on something that made a strong, positive impression on you — a trip, a show, or a special event.
After her Kyoto trip, Élise was full of stories about the temples and food.
Élise 從京都之旅回來後，滿口都是關於寺廟和美食的故事。
pattern: full of [stories/news/details]
Caleb was full of the concert, describing every song the band played.
Caleb 到了隔天早上還在聊那場演唱會，描述樂團演奏的每一首歌。
Vivek came back from the film festival full of the movies he had seen.
Vivek 從影展回來後，滿嘴都是他看過的電影和遇到的導演。
The children were full of their zoo trip, each telling a story about the animals.
孩子們從動物園回來後講個不停，各自說著不同的動物趣事。
用法筆記
Always followed by 'of' plus the experience or details. Typically used in informal conversation rather than formal writing.
常見錯誤
5. behaving like you are more important or talented than you really are, especially
自負
自認很了不起的
behaving like you are more important or talented than you really are, especially right after a success — shown by talking too much about your own achievements to impress others.
Megan has been full of herself ever since she won the writing competition.
Megan 自從贏得寫作比賽後，就變得非常自負。
phrase: full of yourself
The new manager arrived full of himself, telling everyone about his old job.
新上任的主管一到公司就自負得很，不停跟所有人提起他在總部的經歷。
Talia's cousin gets full of himself after scoring a goal for the school team.
Talia 的表弟每次為校隊踢進球就會變得自負起來。
Wei was full of himself at the meeting and refused to listen to suggestions.
Wei 在專案會議上非常自負，拒絕聽取其他人的建議。
- humble
not thinking you are better than others
用法筆記
Only used in the phrase 'full of yourself' (or 'himself', 'herself', etc.). The subject is always a person. Less severe than 'conceited' — can describe temporary behaviour caused by a recent success.
常見錯誤
6. having such an exaggerated sense of your own importance that people around you f
自大
自認了不起而惹人厭
having such an exaggerated sense of your own importance that people around you find it unpleasant and want to avoid you.
Christopher is so full of himself that nobody wants to work with him.
Christopher 自大得讓人都不想跟他同一個專案小組。
phrase: so full of yourself that [negative consequence]
Since his promotion, Karim has become full of himself and ignores old friends.
Karim 升職後就變得自大起來，不再打電話給老朋友了。
People avoid Devika at lunch because they find her too full of herself.
大家午餐時都避開 Devika，因為覺得她太自大了。
Baraka's roommate is so full of himself that his own family avoid him.
Baraka 的室友自大到連他自己的家人都覺得很難跟他相處。
- arrogant
formal; behaves as if better than others in all situations
- swollen-headed
informal British; refers to behaviour after a success
- modest
does not talk about own achievements
用法筆記
Like sense 5, this is only used in the 'full of yourself' construction. The difference is that sense 6 emphasises the negative social reaction — people actively avoid or dislike the person. More permanent in tone than sense 5.
常見錯誤
7. including every necessary part, piece, or detail; not missing any required infor
完整的
包含所有必要部分的，細節齊全的
including every necessary part, piece, or detail; not missing any required information or elements — for example, a full name includes the first, middle, and last name.
Cyrus gave his full name when the hotel clerk asked for identification.
Cyrus 在飯店櫃檯人員要求看證件時，報上了自己的完整姓名。
The website published the full text of the president's speech within an hour.
網站在一小時內刊登了總統演說的全文。
full + noun: full text, full name, full list
Iris asked for the full menu, including the dessert section and drink options.
Iris 要求看完整的菜單，包括甜點區和飲料選項。
The company needs a full list of everyone who attended the training session.
公司需要一份完整的名單，列出所有參加培訓課程的人。
Asher read the full terms of the agreement before signing anything.
Asher 在簽署任何文件之前，先閱讀了合約的完整條款。
- partial
suggests only a part of the whole is included
- incomplete
suggests that parts are missing; opposite of 'complete'
文法句型
full + noun
用法筆記
Almost always used before a noun (attributive position). When used predicatively, the meaning shifts to 'containing as much as possible' (sense 1).
常見錯誤
8. in baseball, describing the situation where the batter has three balls and two s
滿球數
棒球中指投出三壞兩好的球數狀態
in baseball, describing the situation where the batter has three balls and two strikes, so that the very next pitch will decide whether the batter walks to first base or is struck out.
Feng stepped out of the batter's box with a full count to collect his thoughts.
Feng 退出打擊區，在滿球數時讓自己冷靜一下。
Full-count pitches are often the most exciting moments in a baseball game.
滿球數的投球往往是棒球比賽中最精彩的時刻。
adjective used as compound modifier: full-count
The pitcher threw a curveball on a full count and struck out the batter.
投手在滿球數時投了一顆曲球，將打者三振出局。
The coach told Imran to be ready for anything once the count went full.
教練告訴 Imran，一旦球數變成滿球數，就要做好萬全準備。
文法句型
the count is full
with a full count
用法筆記
Used only in baseball. The count is described as 'full' when it reaches three balls and two strikes. This sense never appears before a noun except in the hyphenated compound 'full-count'.
常見錯誤
9. used in the fixed phrase 'full well' to mean completely or very clearly, always
完全
強調非常清楚
used in the fixed phrase 'full well' to mean completely or very clearly, always emphasising that someone knows or understands something with total certainty — for example, knowing full well that a decision would be unpopular.
Zuri knew full well that staying up late would make her tired in the morning.
Zuri 完全清楚熬夜會讓她在早上感到疲倦。
know full well + that-clause
The children knew full well that they were breaking the rules by climbing the fence.
孩子們完全清楚爬圍籬是在違反規定。
Niran knew full well how much the mistake would cost the company.
Niran 完全清楚這個錯誤會讓公司損失多少錢。
Vinícius knew full well that the road was dangerous to drive on at night.
Vinícius 完全清楚那條路在夜間開車很危險。
- perfectly well
interchangeable with 'full well' but slightly less emphatic
- very well
neutral and more common; does not carry the regretful tone of 'full well'
- fully
standard adverb form; works in all grammatical contexts
文法句型
know full well + that-clause
know full well + wh-clause
understand full well + that-clause
用法筆記
This is a fixed phrase restricted almost entirely to the expressions 'know full well' and 'understand full well'. It cannot be used in other verb+adverb combinations — for example, 'see full well', 'hear full well', and 'realise full well' are not idiomatic. The phrase always carries a tone of slight disapproval or regret, as if the person should have acted differently given what they knew.
常見錯誤
10. (of an activity, performance, or process) happening with great speed, energy, an
如火如荼
指活動正處於最活躍且能量充沛的階段
(of an activity, performance, or process) happening with great speed, energy, and enthusiasm; at the most active and intense stage — for example, a debate in full flow where speakers are arguing passionately.
The cooking competition was in full flow when Kevin dropped a bowl of sauce.
烹飪比賽進行得如火如荼時，Kevin 打翻了一碗醬汁。
By mid-morning the workshop was in full flow, with everyone sharing their ideas.
到了上午中段，工作坊的討論已經如火如荼，每個人都踴躍分享想法。
be in full flow — describing an activity at peak intensity
The construction work was in full flow, with cement trucks arriving every hour.
施工工作正如火如荼地進行，水泥車每小時都抵達現場。
Christopher's piano performance was in full flow when a string suddenly snapped.
Christopher 的鋼琴演奏正進行到高潮時，一根琴弦突然斷了。
- in full swing
similar but used for events rather than activities; see sense 11
- going strong
informal; can describe both activities and people ('She's 80 and still going strong')
- in top gear
suggests high speed and efficiency; informal
- petering out
suggests an activity losing energy and coming to an end
- at a standstill
suggests no activity happening at all
文法句型
be in full flow
in full flow + clause
用法筆記
Used in the fixed prepositional phrase 'in full flow', always predicatively. The subject is typically an activity (debate, performance, discussion, work) rather than a person. Distinguish from sense 11: 'in full flow' focuses on the energy and forward motion of an activity, while 'in full swing' focuses on the peak participation of an event.
常見錯誤
11. (of an event such as a party, festival, sale, or season) at the point of greates
最盛大
活動最盛大、參與最熱烈的時刻
(of an event such as a party, festival, sale, or season) at the point of greatest activity and fullest participation, with everything happening at once — for example, a wedding reception in full swing with guests dancing and celebrating.
The Lunar New Year festival was in full swing when the fireworks began.
農曆新年慶典正進行得最熱鬧時，煙火開始施放。
The wedding reception was in full swing, with guests dancing under the fairy lights.
婚宴正進行到最高潮，賓客們在閃爍的小燈下跳舞。
be in full swing — describing an event at peak activity
By afternoon the charity sale was in full swing and every table had customers.
到了下午，慈善義賣正處於最盛大的時刻，每個攤位都有顧客。
Jisoo's birthday party was in full swing when the pizza delivery finally arrived.
Jisoo 的生日派對正進行得最熱鬧時，披薩外送終於送到了。
- in full flow
used for continuous activities rather than events; see sense 10
- in top form
describes a person or team performing at their best, not an event
- in high gear
informal; suggests intense activity or progress
- winding down
suggests an event nearing its end with decreasing activity
- just starting
suggests the beginning stages before the peak of activity
文法句型
be in full swing
in full swing + clause
用法筆記
Used in the fixed prepositional phrase 'in full swing', always predicatively. The subject is typically a scheduled or organised event (party, festival, campaign, season). Distinguish from sense 10: 'in full swing' focuses on an event at its peak of participation, while 'in full flow' focuses on a continuous activity at its peak of energy.
常見錯誤
12. positioned or happening where anyone present can see clearly; completely visible
當眾
處於他人看得到的位置或情況
positioned or happening where anyone present can see clearly; completely visible and not hidden from others — for example, two people arguing in full view of the office staff.
The two managers argued loudly in full view of the entire office staff.
兩位經理在全部辦公室員工面前大聲爭吵。
Amihan kept her car keys in full view on the kitchen counter.
Amihan 把車鑰匙放在廚房流理臺上明顯可見的地方。
in full view — completely visible, not hidden
The street performer juggled knives in full view of the amazed crowd.
街頭藝人在圍觀群眾面前表演丟擲 knives 雜耍。
Hannah hung the painting in full view of everyone who walked through the door.
Hannah 把畫掛在每個走進門的人都看得到的位置。
- in plain sight
very similar but suggests something was overlooked despite being visible; 'in full view' emphasises that others are watching
- openly
adverb; describes how an action is done rather than where it happens
- publicly
suggests general public awareness rather than physical visibility
- hidden from view
suggests the opposite — completely concealed
- in secret
suggests an action done without anyone knowing
文法句型
in full view of + noun phrase
be in full view
用法筆記
Used exclusively in the fixed phrase 'in full view of'. The phrase often carries a tone of boldness, shame, or lack of privacy — the visibility is noteworthy. It is commonly followed by a noun phrase describing the people who can see (in full view of the crowd, in full view of the neighbours).
常見錯誤
13. describes the highest or greatest level of something that can be reached or achi
極致；十足
最高的程度或數量
describes the highest or greatest level of something that can be reached or achieved — for example, a car going at full speed, or a musician reaching their full potential.
The team drove the ball toward the goal at full speed.
球隊以全速將球踢向球門。
collocation: full speed
Samir has not yet reached his full potential as a musician.
Samir 作為音樂家的潛力還沒有完全發揮出來。
collocation: full potential
The garden was blooming in its full beauty during the spring months.
春天時花園展現出最美的風采。
Before you make a decision, you should have the full facts.
在做出決定之前，你應該了解全部事實。
The concert hall was lit up to its full capacity for the show.
演唱會場館的燈光全開，照亮了整個表演空間。
- maximum
more technical or mathematical; 'full speed' and 'maximum speed' are similar, but 'full' feels more natural in everyday speech
- complete
emphasises that nothing is missing; 'full set of tools' vs 'complete set of tools' are often interchangeable
- total
more formal and absolute; 'total darkness' vs 'full darkness' — 'total' is broader in use
- partial
the opposite of complete or maximum; 'partial recovery' vs 'full recovery'
文法句型
full + noun
用法筆記
This sense is almost always used before a noun (attributive position). Typical nouns include speed, potential, force, capacity, facts, extent, and beauty.
常見錯誤
14. feeling that you have eaten so much that you cannot possibly eat any more food —
吃撐的
飽到不能再吃的
feeling that you have eaten so much that you cannot possibly eat any more food — for example, after a large meal when even dessert is impossible.
Élise ate three slices of cake and said she was full.
Élise 吃了三塊蛋糕，說她吃撐了。
common statement after eating
After the big Christmas dinner, everyone felt too full to move.
豐盛的聖誕大餐過後，每個人都覺得撐到動不了。
too + adjective + to-infinitive pattern
The children were so full that they left half their ice cream on the table.
孩子們吃得太撐，冰淇淋剩了一半沒吃完。
Rafael pushed his plate away and said, 'I am full, I cannot eat another bite.'
Rafael 把盤子推開說：「我吃撐了，一口也吃不下了。」
'No dessert for me, thanks — I am full,' Heather told the waiter.
「我不要甜點了，謝謝——我吃飽了，」Heather 告訴服務生。
- hungry
direct opposite; 'I'm hungry' vs 'I'm full'
文法句型
be full (from/after + noun phrase)
用法筆記
This sense is used predicatively (after 'be') and is very common in everyday conversation. It is the most common way to say you cannot eat more. The related sense meaning 'not hungry right now' (sense 15) implies you could eat but do not need to, while this sense stresses that you have reached your physical limit.
常見錯誤
15. feeling no need for food because you have eaten recently, even though you could
吃飽；不餓
吃過一餐而不餓的
feeling no need for food because you have eaten recently, even though you could still eat more if you wanted to — for example, skipping a snack because you had a big breakfast a few hours ago.
'I will eat later — I am still full from lunch,' said Indra.
「我晚點再吃——我午餐吃飽了，」Indra 說。
pattern: still full from [meal]
Xiu skipped the afternoon snack because she was full from her large breakfast.
Xiu 跳過下午的點心，因為早餐吃得很飽。
Ezra was not hungry at dinner because he was still full from the party snacks.
Ezra 晚餐時不餓，因為派對上的點心還讓他很飽。
The guests said they were full from the starter and refused the main course.
客人們說前菜吃飽了，婉拒了主菜。
Amani told her friend, 'I am still full from lunch,' and declined the snack.
Amani 告訴朋友：「我午餐吃飽了，」然後婉拒了點心。
- not hungry
literal, neutral; 'I'm not hungry' and 'I'm full' are often interchangeable in this sense
- hungry
direct opposite; feeling the need to eat
文法句型
be full (from + noun phrase)
用法筆記
Distinguish from sense 14 (STUFFED): this sense means you have eaten enough and do not currently need food, but your stomach is not necessarily at its limit. The phrase 'still full from [meal]' is the most common pattern. Unlike sense 14, you would not say 'I cannot eat another bite' with this sense.
16. describes clothing made with plenty of fabric so that it hangs loosely rather th
寬鬆；寬大
衣服布料多不貼身的
describes clothing made with plenty of fabric so that it hangs loosely rather than fitting tightly against the body — for example, a dress with a full skirt that swings when you walk.
The wedding dress had a full skirt that reached the floor.
婚紗有一條寬鬆的長裙，裙擺拖到地上。
collocation: full skirt
Élise prefers blouses with full sleeves because they feel cooler in the summer heat.
Élise 偏愛寬袖的上衣，因為夏天穿起來比較涼爽。
collocation: full sleeves
This jacket has a full cut and is comfortable over a thick sweater.
這件外套版型寬鬆，套在厚毛衣外面也很舒服。
The dancer's full costume spun out around her as she moved across the stage.
舞者的寬大舞衣在她旋轉時飄揚開來。
Christopher bought trousers with a full fit for the long hiking trip.
Christopher 買了一條寬版褲子去長途健行。
- loose
more common in everyday speech; 'loose trousers' is more general than 'full trousers', which specifically means made with lots of fabric
- wide
used for specific parts like 'wide sleeves' or 'wide legs'; similar meaning to 'full' but less common in fashion contexts
- roomy
informal; 'roomy jacket' means comfortable and not tight
- tight
direct opposite; 'tight skirt' fits closely to the body
- close-fitting
formal term for snug clothing
文法句型
full + clothing noun (skirt, sleeves, cut, fit)
用法筆記
Used before nouns related to clothing parts (skirt, sleeve, leg) or clothing cut (cut, fit). Not used predicatively to describe clothes — you say 'the skirt is full', but not normally 'these trousers are full' without context.
常見錯誤
17. a polite or gentle way of talking about someone's body being large or heavy, cho
豐腴；圓潤
形容體型豐滿的委婉說法
a polite or gentle way of talking about someone's body being large or heavy, chosen instead of the more direct word 'fat' — for example, calling someone 'full-figured' or saying they have a 'full face'.
The shop sells clothes designed for women with a fuller figure.
這家店銷售專為豐腴體型設計的女裝。
euphemism: fuller figure
Shirin has a round, full face that makes her look younger than she is.
Shirin 有一張圓潤的臉龐，讓她看起來比實際年齡年輕。
collocation: full face
Some people prefer to describe themselves as full-figured rather than overweight.
有些人喜歡稱自己為「豐腴體型」，而不是用「過重」這個詞。
The magazine advertisement featured a model with a full and healthy body shape.
雜誌廣告以一位擁有豐滿健康體態的模特兒為特色。
Eric's aunt is full around the waist, but she walks every day.
Eric 的阿姨腰圍豐腴，但她每天都會走路。
文法句型
full + body-part noun (face, figure, lips)
用法筆記
This sense is mainly used in polite or commercial contexts. 'Full-figured' is a standard term in fashion for larger body sizes. It is not used as a direct insult and is considered more respectful than 'fat'. However, describing a specific person as 'full' without their consent may still be taken negatively, so it is safest in general statements or marketing.
常見錯誤
18. describes a taste, sound, or smell that is strong, rich, and deep rather than we
濃郁；醇厚
味道聲音氣味強烈深厚
describes a taste, sound, or smell that is strong, rich, and deep rather than weak or thin — for example, a wine with a full flavour, or a cello producing a full, deep sound.
The red wine has a full flavour with hints of cherry and oak.
這款紅酒風味醇厚，帶有櫻桃和橡木的香氣。
collocation: full flavour
Xiu played the cello, producing a deep and full sound that filled the room.
Xiu 拉奏大提琴，發出深沉而飽滿的聲音，充滿了整個房間。
collocation: full sound
The fresh coffee had a full aroma that spread through the entire kitchen.
新鮮咖啡散發出濃郁的香氣，飄散到整個廚房。
Ezra prefers full-bodied beers with a rich, strong taste rather than light lagers.
Ezra 偏愛口感醇厚的啤酒，味道濃郁強烈，不喜歡清淡的拉格啤酒。
A full scent of roses and lavender drifted in through the open kitchen window.
一股濃郁的玫瑰和薰衣草香氣從敞開的廚房窗戶飄進來。
- rich
very similar; 'rich flavour' is slightly more common than 'full flavour' for food
- deep
used for sounds and colours; 'deep voice' overlaps with 'full voice'
- strong
more general; 'strong smell' is very common, 'full smell' is less common
- full-bodied
specifically for wine, beer, and coffee; means rich and complex
文法句型
full + flavour/sound/smell/voice/body
full-bodied
用法筆記
Common with sensory nouns: flavour, taste, sound, voice, aroma, scent, body (for wine or beer). The compound 'full-bodied' is very common for wines and beers, meaning rich and strong in taste. When used for a singer's voice, 'full voice' means loud, deep, and resonant.
常見錯誤
full — 副詞
1. to the greatest degree possible; in a complete way — used especially with certai
徹底地
完全；非常
to the greatest degree possible; in a complete way — used especially with certain verbs and adjectives to add emphasis, like knowing full well that something is true or being fully aware of a situation.
Tamar knew full well that the train left at six, yet she arrived at the station at half past.
Tamar 完全清楚火車六點開，但她還是六點半才到車站。
know full well + that-clause for emphasis
The librarian was full aware of the noise coming from the reading room.
圖書館員完全清楚閱覽室傳來的噪音。
full aware — adverb + adjective pattern
Jin understood full well what the doctor was suggesting about her father's health.
Jin 完全明白醫生對她父親健康狀況的暗示。
Mei was full aware that the project deadline was impossible to meet.
Mei 完全清楚這個專案的最後期限是不可能達成的。
The children knew full well that they were not allowed to play near the busy road.
孩子們完全清楚他們不可以在繁忙的道路附近玩耍。
- completely
the standard adverb; 'full' is restricted to fixed phrases while 'completely' works everywhere
- thoroughly
suggests doing something in a careful, detailed way; more formal than 'completely'
- fully
the default adverb form of 'full'; can be used in all contexts where 'full' (adverb) would not fit
- partially
suggests only a part of something is true or done
- half-heartedly
suggests a lack of full commitment or effort
文法句型
full + adverb/adjective
know full well + that-clause
用法筆記
This sense is restricted to a small set of fixed phrases. The most common are 'know full well' (always followed by a that-clause or wh-clause) and 'full aware' (followed by 'of' or a that-clause). It cannot be used as a general substitute for 'completely' — for example, you cannot say 'They full understood the problem' in modern English.
常見錯誤
2. straight at or directly towards someone or something, without turning aside or s
正面地
直接朝著某人或某物
straight at or directly towards someone or something, without turning aside or stopping — for example, looking full at a person or hitting something full in the centre.
The ball struck Valentina full in the face before she could raise her hands.
球直接擊中 Valentina 的臉，她來不及舉手阻擋。
verb + full + in/on + body part — physical impact
The morning sun shone full on the front window, making the whole room feel warm.
晨光直接照在前窗上，讓整個房間感覺很溫暖。
Nadia turned and looked full at the speaker before answering the difficult question.
Nadia 轉過頭，直視著發言者，然後回答了那個困難的問題。
The driver saw the deer standing full in the middle of the dark road ahead.
司機看到一頭鹿就站在前方黑暗的馬路中央。
A strong wind blew full against the side of the tent, nearly knocking it over.
一陣強風直接吹向帳篷的一側，差點把它吹倒。
- indirectly
suggests a roundabout path or manner
- obliquely
suggests a slanted or angled direction rather than head-on
文法句型
verb + full + prepositional phrase
full in/on/at + noun phrase
用法筆記
This sense always describes physical direction or impact. It is frequently used with verbs of motion (strike, hit, blow, shine, look) and is followed by a preposition (in, on, at, against, into). It cannot be used figuratively — for example, 'I spoke full to him' is not idiomatic.