liveliness
/ˈlaɪvlinəs/ (bre, ipa) · /ˈlaɪvlinəs/ (ame, ipa) · /ˈlīvlēnə̇s -lin-/ (ame, mw)
liveliness — 名詞
1. the way a place, event, or conversation feels when many interesting or exciting
熱鬧；趣味
場所或活動有趣且令人興奮的氣氛
the way a place, event, or conversation feels when many interesting or exciting things are happening, so that people enjoy being part of it
Mei-Lin loved the liveliness of the night market, with its brightly lit stalls and the buzz of hungry shoppers.
Mei-Lin 很喜歡夜市的那種熱鬧，到處是燈火通明的攤位和飢腸轆轆的顧客發出的嗡嗡聲。
The evening party lacked the liveliness of previous years, and many guests left early.
那場晚會不如往年熱鬧，許多賓客提早離席。
lacked the liveliness — describing absence of excitement
The old town square regained its liveliness after the festival brought musicians and food stands to the area.
老城區廣場在音樂節帶來樂手和美食攤位之後，又恢復了往日的熱鬧。
A good debate adds liveliness to any classroom discussion, even when opinions differ sharply.
一場好的辯論能為課堂討論增添趣味，即使大家意見分歧很大也一樣。
Tourists visit this harbour for the liveliness of the fish market, where traders call out prices from dawn until noon.
觀光客來這座港口，就是為了漁市場的熱鬧氣氛——從清晨到中午，四處是魚販的叫價聲。
- buzz
more informal; suggests noise and activity of a busy place
- vibrancy
suggests colour, energy, and diversity; slightly more formal
- excitement
broader; can describe emotional thrill rather than the quality of a place
用法筆記
Often describes atmospheres of public spaces, social gatherings, or events. Frequently used in phrases like 'liveliness of the [place]'.
常見錯誤
2. the quality of being active, cheerful, and full of positive energy, especially i
活力；朝氣
一個人表現出的活潑與熱忱
the quality of being active, cheerful, and full of positive energy, especially in the way a person moves, speaks, or behaves
Amina's natural liveliness made her a favourite with the kindergarten children, who loved her games and songs.
Amina 天生的活力讓她在幼兒園孩子當中大受歡迎，孩子們都很喜歡她帶的遊戲和歌曲。
The puppy's liveliness was too much for the old sofa — it jumped and rolled until a spring popped out.
那隻小狗精力太旺盛了，老沙發根本招架不住——牠又跳又滾，直到一根彈簧彈了出來。
Hiroki spoke with such liveliness that even the tired audience sat up and paid close attention.
Hiroki 說話時充滿活力，連原本疲倦的聽眾都坐直了身子專心聆聽。
Her liveliness on stage, with quick steps and bright smiles, kept the audience clapping for ten minutes.
她在舞台上活力四射，輕快的舞步加上燦爛的笑容，讓觀眾連續鼓掌了十分鐘。
Kwame's liveliness did not fade even late at night — he was still telling jokes and teaching everyone dance moves.
Kwame 的活力到了深夜也沒有消退——他還在講笑話、教每個人跳舞。
- energy
more general; can be physical or mental, not always cheerful
- enthusiasm
emphasises eagerness and positive interest more than movement
- animation
suggests lively facial expressions and gestures; slightly more formal
- lethargy
lack of energy and motivation
- listlessness
lack of interest or spirit
用法筆記
Describes the energy of a person, animal, or performance. Can be used positively (admiration) or neutrally (observation of high activity). Distinguish from Sense 1, which refers to the atmosphere of places or events, not personal energy.