introduction
/ˌɪntrəˈdʌkʃn/ (bre, ipa) · /ˌɪntrəˈdʌkʃn/ (ame, ipa) · /ˌin-trə-ˈdək-shən/ (ame, mw)
introduction — 名詞
- introductionsingular
- introductionsplural
1. the event or process of making a new system, practice, or piece of technology av
引入；引進
首次將新事物投入使用或帶入某地
the event or process of making a new system, practice, or piece of technology available so that people can begin to use it.
The introduction of the new subway line cut travel time across the city by half.
新地鐵線的引入讓城市各區之間的交通時間縮短了一半。
collocation: introduction of [system]
Many farmers welcomed the introduction of drought-resistant rice seeds last spring.
許多農民對耐旱水稻品種的引進表示歡迎。
collocation: welcome the introduction of [beneficial thing]
After the introduction of plastic banknotes, the old paper bills were gradually removed from circulation.
塑膠鈔票引進後，舊的紙幣逐步退出流通。
The company's introduction of a four-day work week led to higher employee satisfaction.
公司推行四天工作制後，員工滿意度提高了。
There was strong public opposition to the introduction of higher tuition fees.
公眾強烈反對調漲學費的措施。
- launch
More commercially focused; used for products, campaigns, or brands that are actively promoted to the public.
- rollout
Emphasises gradual, phased implementation, often across multiple locations or regions.
- inception
Formal; refers to the very beginning or starting point of an institution, idea, or project.
- withdrawal
The removal or ending of something that had been introduced.
- abolition
The formal ending of a system, practice, or institution.
文法句型
the introduction of [something]
用法筆記
This sense of introduction focuses on the process or event of making something new available, not on the physical act of inserting one object into another — see sense 7 for that meaning.
常見錯誤
2. the moment when you say a person's name to another individual so that the two ca
引見
向他人告知對方姓名的動作
the moment when you say a person's name to another individual so that the two can get to know each other, sometimes with a brief description of who each person is.
Tuan made a brief introduction before stepping aside to let them talk.
Tuan 簡單地介紹了一下，然後退到一旁讓她們自己聊。
pattern: make a [adjective] introduction
The host handled all the introductions so that no guest was left standing alone.
主人負責了所有的引見，不讓任何賓客落單。
Layla forgot the introduction and simply started talking as if everyone already knew each other.
Layla 忘了介紹，直接開始聊天，好像大家都認識似的。
A proper introduction usually includes each person's name and a short description of their role.
正式的引見通常會說出每個人的姓名，並簡短描述他們的職位。
- presentation
More formal; often used in official or ceremonial contexts rather than casual meetings.
文法句型
make an introduction
do the introductions
用法筆記
Often used in the plural (introductions) when referring to a round of name-sharing among several people. The verb phrase 'make the introductions' is a fixed collocation — the person doing this is sometimes called the introducer.
常見錯誤
3. the first meeting or social occasion in which two or more people learn each othe
初識
初次見面互相認識的場合
the first meeting or social occasion in which two or more people learn each other's names and begin to get to know one another.
Christopher had an awkward introduction to his new colleagues on the first day of work.
Christopher 上班第一天和新同事的初識場面有點尷尬。
pattern: have an [adjective] introduction to [people]
The introduction between the two research teams took place at a small coffee shop.
兩個研究團隊的初識是在一家小咖啡館裡進行的。
Noor smiled warmly at everyone during the introduction, though she felt quite nervous inside.
Noor 在初識時對每個人都露出溫暖的笑容，但心裡其實很緊張。
Our introduction was brief because the train arrived just as Anong began speaking.
我們的初識很短暫，因為 Anong 才剛開口火車就到了。
文法句型
an introduction to [someone]
用法筆記
Distinguish from sense 2: sense 2 focuses on the action of telling names, while this sense focuses on the social event or encounter that follows the naming. You 'make an introduction' (sense 2) that leads to 'an introduction' between people (sense 3).
4. the opening section of a book, speech, article, or performance that prepares the
開頭；導言
書籍、演講等作品開頭的章節或段落
the opening section of a book, speech, article, or performance that prepares the audience for what follows.
In the introduction to her novel, Élise describes the landscape of her childhood home.
Élise 在她小說的開頭描述了童年家鄉的景色。
pattern: in the introduction to [text]
Amelia skipped the introduction and went straight to the first chapter.
Amelia 跳過導言，直接讀起了第一章。
The professor spent the entire first lecture reading the introduction aloud to the class.
教授花了整堂課的時間朗讀導言給全班聽。
A short musical introduction played before the singer walked onto the stage.
一段簡短的音樂開場之後，歌手走上了舞臺。
The introduction of the report summarised the key findings in just three pages.
報告的導言僅用三頁就總結了主要發現。
- conclusion
The closing section of a work.
- epilogue
A section at the end of a book or play that comments on or wraps up the story.
文法句型
the introduction to [book/speech/report]
用法筆記
This sense applies to any structured work — written (books, reports, articles), spoken (speeches, lectures), or performed (music, theatre). The introduction usually comes before the main body or first chapter.
5. a person's first encounter with a particular activity, subject, place, or type o
初次體驗
首次接觸某項活動或事物的經歷
a person's first encounter with a particular activity, subject, place, or type of thing, which gives them an initial taste of it.
Hoa's introduction to jazz music was a dusty record she found at a charity shop.
Hoa 第一次接觸爵士樂，是在慈善商店發現的一張布滿灰塵的黑膠唱片。
pattern: [possessive] introduction to [thing]
For Stefan, his introduction to rock climbing came during a school trip to the mountains.
Stefan 首次體驗攀岩，是在一次學校登山活動中。
Lakshmi's introduction to spicy food was a bowl of noodles that made her eyes water.
Lakshmi 初次體驗辣味食物，是一碗讓她嗆出眼淚的麵。
An introduction to classical ballet at age six can spark a lifelong passion for dance.
六歲時初次接觸古典芭蕾，可能會激發對舞蹈的終身熱愛。
- first taste
More informal and figurative; suggests a small or limited first experience.
- baptism
Figurative; implies a challenging or intense first encounter ('baptism by fire').
文法句型
an introduction to [activity/field/thing]
用法筆記
Frequently followed by 'to' + the thing experienced. The emphasis is on the first-time nature — this sense describes the entry point into an area of knowledge or activity, not merely any initial exposure.
常見錯誤
6. a book, course, or textbook that teaches the basic facts and ideas of a subject
入門
為初學者設計的書籍或課程
a book, course, or textbook that teaches the basic facts and ideas of a subject to people who are new to it.
Nicholas bought 'An Introduction to Philosophy' for his first semester at university.
Nicholas 為了大學第一學期買了《哲學入門》這本書。
title pattern: An Introduction to [Subject]
The course 'Introduction to Graphic Design' covers colour theory, typography, and layout basics.
「平面設計入門」課程涵蓋色彩理論、字體設計和版面編排基礎。
Dylan found the introduction to programming textbook easy to follow thanks to its clear diagrams.
Dylan 覺得那本程式設計入門教科書圖解清楚，很容易看懂。
Tariro signed up for 'Introduction to Psychology' because she wanted to understand how memory works.
Tariro 選修「心理學入門」，因為她想了解記憶的運作方式。
This introduction to economics assumes no prior knowledge of the subject.
這本經濟學入門教材假設讀者沒有相關知識基礎。
- primer
A short introductory book that covers the absolute basics; less common in course names.
- beginners' guide
More informal; often used for hobby or practical-skills books rather than academic subjects.
- advanced course
A course designed for learners who already know the basics.
- specialised text
A book focused on a narrow topic within a field, not for beginners.
文法句型
An Introduction to [Subject]
用法筆記
Often capitalised as part of a course or book title (Introduction to...). These materials are designed for beginners — do not use this sense when referring to advanced or specialised texts on the same subject.
常見錯誤
7. the act of placing one object or substance inside another, especially in a medic
置入
將物體放入另一物體中（醫療技術）
the act of placing one object or substance inside another, especially in a medical procedure or a technical process.
The careful introduction of a thin tube into the airway helped the patient breathe.
小心翼翼地將細管置入呼吸道，有助於病人呼吸。
pattern: introduction of [tool] into [body part]
Doctors monitored the introduction of the contrast dye into the patient's bloodstream during the scan.
醫生在掃描過程中監控顯影劑置入病人血管的情況。
The introduction of a probe into the pipe helped engineers find the blockage.
將探針置入管線後，工程師找到了堵塞處。
Sterile tools and a clean environment are essential during the introduction of any medical implant.
置入任何醫療植入物時，必須使用無菌器械並保持環境清潔。
- removal
The act of taking something out.
- extraction
Pulling something out, often with force or care.
文法句型
the introduction of [something] into [something]
用法筆記
This technical sense is distinct from sense 1: sense 1 is about making a system or practice available (e.g., 'introduction of a new policy'), whereas this sense describes a literal physical placement of one thing into another. Most common in medical, surgical, and engineering contexts.