match
match — 動詞
- matchpresent simple I / you / we / they
- matches3rd person singular
- matching-ing form
- matchedpast simple
1. to reach the same high standard as another person or thing in a competitive sett
比得上；匹敵
在品質、能力等方面達到同等水準
to reach the same high standard as another person or thing in a competitive setting — for instance, a young singer whose stage presence equals that of a performer who has been in the business for twenty years.
No other runner in the school could match Rania's speed on the track.
學校裡沒有其他跑者能比得上 Rania 在跑道上的速度。
match + noun phrase for equal performance
The new café's coffee matched the quality of the famous shop across the street.
那家新咖啡館的咖啡品質比得上街對面知名店家。
Hyun studied every evening to match his sister's score on the maths test.
Hyun 每天晚上努力念書，希望能追上他妹妹的數學成績。
The service at this small hotel matches what you expect from a five-star resort.
這家小旅館的服務水準比得上五星級度假村。
Sana's cooking skills match those of any professional chef in the city.
Sana 的廚藝足以匹敵城裡任何一位專業主廚。
- fall short of
suggests not reaching the expected level
- pale beside
literary register; emphasises being much less impressive
文法句型
match + noun phrase (the person or thing being equalled)
用法筆記
Often used in negative or comparative contexts, for example with 'cannot', 'no one can', or 'hard to'. The verb implies an active comparison rather than a simple statement of equality.
常見錯誤
2. said of colours, patterns, objects, or designs that look good together because t
搭配；相配
顏色、設計等彼此協調好看
said of colours, patterns, objects, or designs that look good together because they share the same tone or style. For example, a red bag that goes well with red shoes, or curtain fabric whose print echoes the cushions on the sofa.
Élise wore a blue scarf that matched her winter coat perfectly.
Élise 圍了一條藍色圍巾，和她的大衣搭配得恰到好處。
transitive: match + noun phrase for visual harmony
The two chairs do not match, but they still look good in the same room.
這兩張椅子並不搭配，但放在同一個房間裡還是很好看。
intransitive: two things match / do not match
These curtains match the colour of the walls in the living room.
這些窗簾的顏色和客廳牆壁的顏色互相搭配。
Manuela picked a handbag that matched her new boots for the wedding.
Manuela 挑了一個和她婚禮新靴子相配的手提包。
The dark wooden table in the hall matches the old cabinets in the kitchen.
大廳裡那張深色木桌和廚房裡的舊櫥櫃很相配。
- go with
less formal; common in everyday conversation
- suit
focuses on one item flattering or fitting another
- complement
more formal; implies the items enhance each other's qualities
文法句型
two things match (intransitive)
match + noun phrase with + noun phrase (transitive)
用法筆記
Can be used both transitively ('This shirt matches those trousers') and intransitively ('The two colours match well'). When both items are the subject, use the intransitive form. When one item is the subject and the other is the object, use the transitive form without a preposition.
常見錯誤
3. to bring together a person and another person, or a person and an object, on the
配對；媒合
選擇適合的人或物相互搭配
to bring together a person and another person, or a person and an object, on the basis that they will get along, work well, or be the right fit — like a programme that links international students with local families who share their interests.
The programme matched Eitan with a host family near his new school.
這個計畫安排 Eitan 住進一戶離他新學校很近的接待家庭。
match + person + with + person/group
Ryan matched each question on the test with the correct answer.
Ryan 把測驗卷上的每一題都配上了正確答案。
The website matches new graduates with companies that need their skills.
這個網站將應屆畢業生與需要他們技能的公司進行媒合。
Sade was matched with an experienced guide for her first mountain climb.
Sade 第一次登山時被安排了一位經驗豐富的嚮導。
The teacher matched each student with a project that suited their interests.
老師為每位學生分配了符合他們興趣的專題。
- pair
simpler and more direct; common in everyday contexts
- couple
often used for romantic or functional pairings
- coordinate
suggests organising multiple items together
文法句型
match + noun phrase + with + noun phrase
be matched with + noun phrase
用法筆記
Frequently used with 'with' to introduce the paired item or person. The passive form 'be matched with' is common, especially when an external person or system does the pairing. Distinguish from sense 1 ('EQUAL OR RIVAL'): here the focus is on choosing suitable partners or items, not on equalling a level of performance.
常見錯誤
match — 名詞
- matchsingular
- matchesplural
1. An organised contest where two individuals or sides play against each other to d
比賽
雙方競爭勝負的體育活動
An organised contest where two individuals or sides play against each other to determine the winner.
The football match between Ilan's school and Aarav's team ended in a draw.
Ilan 的學校和 Aarav 的隊伍之間的足球比賽最後打成平手。
collocation: football match / tennis match / rugby match
More than twenty thousand fans watched the tennis match at the stadium.
超過兩萬名球迷在體育館觀看了那場網球比賽。
Hugo injured his ankle during the rugby match and had to leave the field.
Hugo 在橄欖球比賽中腳踝受傷，不得不離場。
The match that Rania watched last night went into extra time.
Rania 昨晚看的那場比賽進入了延長賽。
Heavy rain forced the referee to stop the match early.
大雨迫使裁判提前停止了比賽。
- game
More common in American English; also used for informal play rather than formal competition
- contest
More formal; can refer to any competition, not just sports
- competition
Broader meaning; can refer to a series of matches or a non-sport event
用法筆記
In American English, 'game' is more common for most sports. 'Match' is used in British English and for sports like tennis, boxing, and football (soccer).
常見錯誤
2. A player chosen by officials as giving the top performance during a particular g
最佳球員
單場比賽中表現最好的選手
A player chosen by officials as giving the top performance during a particular game.
After the final whistle, the coach announced Abigail as player of the match for her two goals.
終場哨聲響起後，教練宣布 Abigail 因攻進兩球而獲選為本場最佳球員。
phrase: 'player of the match' for best performer in a game
The local newspaper wrote about Takeshi, who was named player of the match for Saturday's game.
當地報紙報導了 Takeshi，他被選為週六那場比賽的最佳球員。
Fans voted online for Christopher as player of the match after his winning save.
球迷們上網投票，選出 Christopher 為該場比賽的最佳球員，因為他成功撲救了一球。
A trophy was given to Élise, the player of the match in the tournament final.
一座獎盃頒給了 Élise，她是總決賽的最佳球員。
- man of the match
The full standard phrase; sometimes considered old-fashioned for female players
- player of the match
Gender-neutral alternative, increasingly common
- MVP (most valuable player)
American English equivalent; used across many sports
用法筆記
This use is primarily British, especially in football (soccer) and cricket reporting. The fuller phrase 'man of the match' or 'player of the match' is more common than 'the match' alone.
常見錯誤
3. A thin strip of wood or stiff paper tipped with a chemical compound that ignites
火柴
一端有化學塗料，摩擦可點火的小棒
A thin strip of wood or stiff paper tipped with a chemical compound that ignites when rubbed on a rough surface.
Pim lit a match and held it to the candle wick.
Pim 點燃了一根火柴，湊到蠟燭的燭芯上。
collocation: light a match / strike a match
The box of matches was wet, so we could not start a fire.
那盒火柴濕了，所以我們沒辦法生火。
Anthony struck a match against the side of the matchbox.
Anthony 在火柴盒側面劃了一根火柴。
Ilan used a match to light the candles on his birthday cake.
Ilan 用一根火柴點燃了生日蛋糕上的蠟燭。
A single match can start a campfire if the wood is dry enough.
只要木柴夠乾，一根火柴就能生起營火。
- matchstick
More specific; often refers to the wooden stick itself, whether or not it has been used
常見錯誤
4. A match that is already burning, used to set another object on fire.
點燃的火柴
已點燃用於引火的火柴
A match that is already burning, used to set another object on fire.
The campfire caught quickly when Heloísa dropped a lighted match onto the dry leaves.
Heloísa 將一根點燃的火柴丟到乾樹葉上，營火很快就燒了起來。
collocation: lighted match / lit match
Zuri dropped the burning match into the sink before it could burn his fingers.
Zuri 將燃燒中的火柴丟進水槽裡，以免燙到手指。
Eshe carefully carried the lit match from the fireplace to the candle.
Eshe 小心地將點燃的火柴從壁爐拿到蠟燭旁。
Aarav put the used match in water to make sure it was out.
Aarav 將用過的火柴放進水裡，確保它完全熄滅。
用法筆記
Distinguish from sense 3: sense 3 describes the match as an object before it is used, while sense 4 refers to a match that is actively burning or has just been lit.
常見錯誤
5. Someone or something that can compete equally with another because of similar st
匹敵者
能力相當的對手
Someone or something that can compete equally with another because of similar strength, skill, or quality.
In the chess tournament, Aarav finally met his match when he played against the grandmaster.
在象棋比賽中，Aarav 終於遇到了旗鼓相當的對手——那位西洋棋大師。
fixed phrase: 'meet your match'
Rania was a match for any runner on the track team.
Rania 的實力足以和田徑隊上的任何跑者匹敵。
The young singer proved to be more than a match for the established performers.
那位年輕歌手證明了自己的實力遠超過那些知名的表演者。
No one on the team was a match for Takeshi when it came to speed.
在速度方面，隊上沒有人比得上 Takeshi。
- equal
More direct synonym; 'match' is more idiomatic in sports and competitive contexts
- peer
More formal; suggests similar social or professional standing
- counterpart
Refers to someone in a similar role or position, not necessarily equal in ability
- inferior
Someone who is less capable or skilled
文法句型
be a match for [someone/something]
用法筆記
Almost always used in the phrase 'be a match for someone/something' or 'meet one's match'. The negative form 'be no match for' belongs to sense 6.
常見錯誤
6. Used to say that someone or something is less powerful, effective, or skilful th
比不上
能力或效果不如對方
Used to say that someone or something is less powerful, effective, or skilful than another person or thing, so they cannot compete equally.
The old wooden boat was no match for the powerful ocean waves.
那艘舊木船根本擋不住強勁的海浪。
fixed phrase: 'be no match for'
Christopher was no match for his opponent, who had trained for many years.
Christopher 完全比不上他的對手，因為對方已經訓練多年。
His small savings were no match for the huge medical bills.
他那微薄的積蓄根本負擔不起龐大的醫療費用。
A paper umbrella is no match for a strong wind.
紙傘根本擋不住強風。
- inferior to
More direct and formal, but lacks the idiomatic flavour of 'no match for'
- outclassed by
Stronger; suggests a clear difference in quality
- be a match for
The positive equivalent — being equally capable
文法句型
be no match for [someone/something]
用法筆記
This sense exists only in the fixed negative construction 'be no match for'. The positive equivalent is sense 5 ('be a match for').
常見錯誤
7. an object, colour, or quality that resembles another object or fits together wit
相配之物
與另一物相似或搭配良好的事物
an object, colour, or quality that resembles another object or fits together with it in a pleasing or practical way — for example, when a new paint colour looks the same as the one already on your wall, it is a match.
The paint shop helped Amihan find a perfect match for her old living-room colour.
油漆店幫 Amihan 找到了與她客廳舊色完全相配的顏色。
collocation: perfect match for
That woollen scarf is a good match for your blue winter coat.
那條羊毛圍巾跟你的藍色冬季大衣很相配。
collocation: good match for
The dining table came with six chairs, but the two extra seats are not an exact match.
餐桌附了六張椅子，但多出來的兩張並不是完全相配的。
Yan's previous work experience was a surprisingly close match for the new job requirements.
Yan 過去的工作經驗與這份新職位的要求出奇地吻合。
- counterpart
a person or thing that has the same position or purpose as another in a different system; more formal and less about visual appearance
- equivalent
a thing equal in value, amount, or meaning; focuses on function rather than appearance
- opposite
something completely different in nature or character
文法句型
a match for [something]
a match between [two things]
用法筆記
Often used with adjectives like perfect, good, close, or exact to describe how similar or suitable something is.
常見錯誤
8. two people in a romantic relationship whose personalities, values, or life goals
般配的伴侶
在感情關係中非常合適的兩個人
two people in a romantic relationship whose personalities, values, or life goals fit well together — for example, a couple who share the same interests and treat each other with respect is called a good match.
Everyone said that Ayana and Kian were a perfect match because they both loved travel and music.
大家都說 Ayana 和 Kian 是天造地設的一對，因為他們都熱愛旅行和音樂。
collocation: perfect match (romantic relationship)
João and Élise are a good match — they share the same goals and enjoy each other's company.
João 和 Élise 是非常般配的一對——他們目標一致，也喜歡相處。
In the old days, families often tried to arrange a match between their children.
在舊時代，家族之間常常試圖為子女安排婚事。
The match between the two young people pleased both families greatly.
那對年輕人的親事讓雙方家庭都非常滿意。
- partnership
broader; can refer to any joint relationship, not only romantic
- union
more formal; often used for marriages specifically
文法句型
a [adjective] match
[two people] are a match
用法筆記
Can refer either to the relationship itself (a marriage union) or to the people in it (a prospective partner). In older or more formal contexts, arrange a match means to arrange a marriage.
9. a pair, whether of people or objects, that works or appears excellent when put t
絕配；搭檔
搭配效果特別好的兩個人或事物
a pair, whether of people or objects, that works or appears excellent when put together — for example, a business duo whose skills fit each other perfectly, or a combination of food flavours that taste wonderful side by side.
As business partners, Yael and Christopher are a perfect match — one handles design and the other handles sales.
作為創業夥伴，Yael 和 Christopher 是絕配——一個負責設計，另一個負責銷售。
collocation: perfect match (working relationship)
Wine and cheese are a classic match that has been enjoyed for centuries.
葡萄酒和乳酪是歷經數個世紀不退流行的經典搭配。
The designer thought the bright curtains and the dark floor were an unlikely match, yet they looked wonderful together.
設計師覺得那面亮色窗簾和深色地板看似不太相配，但擺在一起卻意外地好看。
In the cooking contest, sweet and salty flavours proved a surprising match.
在烹飪比賽中，甜味和鹹味的組合證明是令人驚豔的搭配。
- combination
more neutral; does not imply the pairing is especially good
- pairing
often used for food, drink, or colours that complement each other
- mismatch
a combination that does not work well together
文法句型
[A] and [B] are a match
[A] is a [adjective] match with [B]