grandstand
/ˈɡrænstænd/ (bre, ipa) · /ˈɡrænstænd/ (ame, ipa) · /ˈgran(d)-ˌstand/ (ame, mw)
grandstand — 名詞
- grandstandsingular
- grandstandsplural
1. a large structure with rows of seats that rise one behind another, often with a
大看臺
運動場內有屋頂的階梯式座位區
a large structure with rows of seats that rise one behind another, often with a roof, built at a sports field, racetrack, or outdoor event so that people can watch from a good position
The new grandstand at the soccer stadium can hold over five thousand fans.
足球場的新大看臺可以容納超過五千名球迷。
grandstand + can hold [number] + [people]
During the storm, everyone ran from the open seats into the covered grandstand.
暴風雨來襲時，所有人都從露天座位跑到有遮蓋的大看臺。
contrast: open seats vs. covered grandstand
Mei-Lin saved money for weeks to buy a seat in the front row of the grandstand.
Mei-Lin 省了好幾個星期的錢，就為了買到大看臺前排的座位。
From the top of the grandstand, the whole racetrack is visible.
從大看臺頂端可以看見整個賽道。
The old wooden grandstand was replaced with a modern steel-and-glass structure.
舊的木造大看臺已被現代的鋼構玻璃建築取代。
文法句型
the grandstand
a grandstand
常見錯誤
2. the people watching a sports event from the grandstand, thought of as a single g
觀眾
大看臺上的觀眾（視為整體）
the people watching a sports event from the grandstand, thought of as a single group
The grandstand roared when the home team scored in the final minute.
當主隊在最後一分鐘得分時，全場觀眾歡聲雷動。
collective noun pattern: the grandstand + [reaction verb]
A wave of excitement moved through the grandstand as the runners approached the finish line.
隨著選手們接近終點線，觀眾席上掀起一陣興奮的浪潮。
The grandstand fell silent as the injured player was carried off the field.
當受傷的球員被抬出場時，觀眾席一片寂靜。
Singing could be heard from the grandstand long after the match ended.
比賽結束後很久，還可以聽到看臺傳來歌聲。
Kwame could feel the energy of the grandstand pushing him to run faster.
Kwame 能感受到觀眾席的能量推動他跑得更快。
- spectators
individual people watching; more neutral and literal
- crowd
wider term that can include people anywhere at the event, not just in the grandstand
- audience
general term for people watching a performance or event
文法句型
the grandstand + [verb of reaction]
用法筆記
Takes a singular verb even though it refers to many people. 'The grandstand is quiet' — not 'are quiet.' Unlike 'audience,' which focuses on individuals, 'the grandstand' treats the spectators as a single reacting body.
常見錯誤
grandstand — 形容詞
- grandstandpositive
- more grandstandcomparative
- most grandstandsuperlative
1. done mainly to attract attention or impress people watching, rather than for a p
作秀的
為吸引注意而非實際需要
done mainly to attract attention or impress people watching, rather than for a practical or honest purpose
The politician's promise was a grandstand gesture that no one believed he would keep.
這位政治人物的承諾只是作秀的姿態，沒有人相信他會兌現。
grandstand + gesture: a showy but empty action
Critics called the CEO's donation a grandstand move designed to improve his public image.
評論家稱執行長的捐款是作秀之舉，目的是改善他的公眾形象。
The lawyer's grandstand arguments impressed the gallery but annoyed the judge.
律師的作秀辯詞讓旁聽席印象深刻，卻讓法官感到厭煩。
Her grandstand entrance, arriving by helicopter, made the news but upset the event organisers.
她坐直升機抵達的作秀入場方式雖然上了新聞，卻惹惱了活動主辦單位。
The player's grandstand celebration after the goal drew a yellow card from the referee.
那位球員進球後的作秀慶祝動作，招來裁判的一張黃牌。
- showy
more general; describes appearance rather than intention
- flashy
focus on bright, loud, or expensive appearance
- ostentatious
more formal; criticises obvious attempts to impress
- modest
simple and not trying to impress
- understated
deliberately kept simple or subtle
文法句型
grandstand + [noun]
用法筆記
Almost always used before a noun (attributive). Not used in comparative form. Often carries a critical tone, suggesting the action is insincere or vain.
常見錯誤
grandstand — 動詞
- grandstandpresent simple I / you / we / they
- grandstands3rd person singular
- grandstanding-ing form
- grandstandedpast simple
1. to behave or perform in a showy way in order to impress the people watching, esp
作秀
為引人注目而誇張表現
to behave or perform in a showy way in order to impress the people watching, especially in a sport or public performance
Instead of passing the ball, Diego tried to grandstand by dribbling past three defenders.
Diego 沒有傳球，而是試圖盤球越過三名後衛來作秀。
grandstand + by + [action]: showing the method
Some politicians use public hearings to grandstand rather than to address the real problems.
有些政治人物利用公聽會來作秀，而不是真正解決問題。
The singer was known to grandstand during concerts, holding notes far longer than necessary.
這位歌手以在演唱會上作秀聞名，總是把高音拖得遠比必要時間長。
Coach Kim warned the players not to grandstand and to focus on teamwork instead.
Kim 教練警告球員不要作秀，要專注於團隊合作。
Omar grandstands every time the media is around, but nobody watches when he works alone.
Omar 每當媒體在場時就大動作作秀；但沒人注意的時候，他一個人默默工作。
文法句型
grandstand + by + [doing something]
grandstand + for + [someone]
用法筆記
Intransitive only — cannot take a direct object (*grandstand the crowd is incorrect). Often implies criticism: the person is more interested in applause than in doing their job well. Common in sports commentary and political criticism.