measure
measure — 動詞
1. to use a tool such as a ruler or scale to determine how big, long, or heavy some
測量
用工具得知大小或數量
to use a tool such as a ruler or scale to determine how big, long, or heavy something is
Ezra measured the window before buying new curtains.
Ezra 在買新窗簾前先量了窗戶的尺寸。
measure + object for fitting / sizing
The nurse measured Sora's height and weight at the clinic.
護士在診所量了 Sora 的身高和體重。
measure + body dimensions (height / weight)
Can you measure how much flour we need for the cake?
你可以量一下做蛋糕需要多少麵粉嗎？
Christopher measured the temperature of the water before getting into the pool.
Christopher 在下水前先量了水溫。
文法句型
measure + [object]
用法筆記
Commonly followed by a concrete object (size, length, weight, temperature) or a wh-clause (how much, how long).
常見錯誤
2. when something has a certain size, length, width, or height according to a measu
尺寸為
測量結果顯示為某尺寸
when something has a certain size, length, width, or height according to a measurement
The living room measures about six metres across.
客廳的寬度大約是六公尺。
measure + dimension + unit
Salma's new wooden desk measures 120 centimetres by 60 centimetres, which fits her study room perfectly.
Salma 的新桌子尺寸為 120 公分乘以 60 公分，放在她的書房裡剛剛好。
measure + width × height (dimensions)
The bridge measures nearly two kilometres from end to end.
這座橋從一端到另一端長將近兩公里。
Elena's suitcase measures 55 centimetres tall and fits the airline carry-on rules.
Elena 的行李箱高 55 公分，符合航空公司的隨身行李規定。
- be
simpler and more common in everyday speech; 'measure' is more precise or formal
文法句型
measure + [number] + [unit]
用法筆記
This sense does NOT take a direct object. The subject IS the thing being described. A measurement expression (e.g. '3 metres', '2 kg') is required.
常見錯誤
3. to form a judgement about how good, significant, or useful something is, often b
衡量
判斷品質或價值
to form a judgement about how good, significant, or useful something is, often by comparing it against a standard
Schools measure students' progress through regular tests and classroom observations.
學校透過定期考試和課堂觀察來衡量學生的學習進度。
measure + progress / achievement
Ingrid measured her students' progress by giving them a short quiz each week.
Ingrid 每週給學生一次小考，藉此衡量他們的學習進度。
measure + abstract quality (progress / performance)
The study measured people's happiness against their income level.
這項研究將人們的快樂程度與他們的收入水平進行比較。
The charity measures its success by the number of families it helps each year.
該慈善機構以每年幫助的家庭數來衡量其成功與否。
文法句型
measure + [object]
measure + [object] + against/by + [criterion]
用法筆記
Subject is often an institution, researcher, or impersonal study. The object is usually an abstract noun (success, impact, happiness, effectiveness).
常見錯誤
measure — 名詞
1. an official action or set of actions taken by a government, company, or other gr
措施
為解決問題而採取的行動
an official action or set of actions taken by a government, company, or other group in order to deal with a particular problem or achieve a goal
The government introduced new safety measures after the factory accident.
工廠事故發生後，政府推出了新的安全措施。
collocation: introduce / take measures
As a cost-cutting measure, the company reduced its staff by ten percent.
作為一項節省成本的措施，該公司裁減了百分之十的員工。
pattern: as a + adjective + measure
The school took emergency measures after the storm damaged the gym roof.
暴風雨損壞了體育館的屋頂後，學校採取了緊急措施。
Environmental groups are demanding stronger measures to protect the rainforest.
環保團體要求採取更強硬的措施來保護雨林。
The city council announced new measures to help small businesses grow.
市議會宣布了新措施，以幫助小型企業成長。
文法句型
measure + to-infinitive
measure + against/of + noun
用法筆記
Often used in the plural (measures). Common verbs that pair with this sense include take, introduce, adopt, and implement.
常見錯誤
2. a fixed standard that people use to express how long, how heavy, or how much of
單位
用於表示大小、重量的標準
a fixed standard that people use to express how long, how heavy, or how much of something there is
The metre is a measure of length, while the kilogram is a measure of weight.
公尺是長度的單位，而公斤則是重量的單位。
pattern: a measure of [property]
In the UK, road signs still use miles as a measure of distance.
在英國，道路標誌仍然使用英里作為距離的單位。
collocation: use [noun] as a measure of [noun]
The litre is a common measure of liquid volume in Europe and Asia.
公升是歐洲和亞洲常見的液體體積單位。
Astronomers needed a larger measure of distance than a simple kilometre.
天文學家需要的距離單位比一公里大得多。
A cup is a standard measure used in baking recipes across America.
杯是美國烘焙食譜中常用的標準計量單位。
文法句型
measure + of + noun
a measure of + noun
用法筆記
Can be countable (inches are a measure of length) or uncountable (a pint is an imperial measure). This sense is distinct from 'a measuring instrument' (a ruler, cup, etc.).
3. an amount of something pleasant or useful, or the level to which a quality exist
程度
某事或某品質的數量或水平
an amount of something pleasant or useful, or the level to which a quality exists in a particular situation
The new policy brought a measure of stability to the struggling economy.
這項新政策為陷入困境的經濟帶來了一定程度的穩定。
pattern: a measure of + abstract noun
Luca felt a measure of pride when his painting was chosen for the exhibition.
Luca 的畫作入選展覽時，他感到一絲自豪。
The charity brought a measure of hope to families living without clean water.
該慈善機構為缺乏乾淨用水的家庭帶來了一定程度的希望。
Wei felt a measure of sympathy for his opponent after the difficult debate.
在那場激烈的辯論後，Wei 對對手感到一絲同情。
The new agreement gave the workers a measure of control over their schedules.
新協議讓工人對自己的工作時間表有了一定程度的掌控。
文法句型
a measure of + noun
用法筆記
Always used in the singular with the article 'a'. The noun that follows 'a measure of' is usually an abstract quality such as peace, success, freedom, or pride.
常見錯誤
4. a fixed amount of a strong alcoholic drink that is measured and served, especial
定量
標準量，尤指酒精飲料
a fixed amount of a strong alcoholic drink that is measured and served, especially in a bar or pub
The bartender poured a generous measure of whisky into a thick glass.
酒保將一大杯威士忌倒入厚玻璃杯中。
collocation: a [adjective] measure of [alcohol]
Imran ordered a double measure of rum with his cola.
Imran 點了一杯雙份蘭姆酒加可樂。
The pub serves a standard measure of gin with each tonic water.
這家酒吧每杯通寧水都搭配一份標準量的琴酒。
Linh asked for just a small measure of brandy in her evening coffee.
Linh 要求在晚間咖啡裡只加一小杯白蘭地。
According to the recipe, you need one measure of rum and two of juice.
按照食譜，你需要一份蘭姆酒配上兩份果汁。
用法筆記
In British English, a 'single measure' of spirits in a pub is typically 25 ml. In American English, this sense is less common; phrases such as 'a shot' are used instead.
5. one of the equal parts into which a piece of music is divided by vertical lines
小節
樂譜中由小節線分隔的段落
one of the equal parts into which a piece of music is divided by vertical lines on the staff, containing a fixed number of beats
The pianist practised the last measure of the sonata until her fingers moved without effort.
那位鋼琴家反覆練習奏鳴曲的最後一個小節，直到手指能流暢彈奏。
domain-specific: in musical notation
A waltz has three beats in each measure, which gives it a swinging feel.
華爾滋每小節有三拍，因此有一種搖擺的感覺。
The drummer lost her place and came in two measures before the chorus.
鼓手找不到拍子，在副歌前早了兩個小節就開始敲奏。
The conductor held the final measure for a long, dramatic pause.
指揮將最後一個小節延長，製造出一個戲劇性的停頓。
Each measure of the tango contains four strong beats for the dancers.
探戈的每個小節有四個強拍，供舞者跳舞。
- bar
the equivalent term, more common in British English
用法筆記
Often called a 'bar' in British English musical contexts. 'Measure' is more common in American English, though both terms are understood internationally.
6. a standard that helps people decide how good, important, or effective someone or
標準
判斷好壞或重要性的依據
a standard that helps people decide how good, important, or effective someone or something is, often by comparing it with something else
Exam results are not the only measure of a student's ability.
考試成績並非衡量學生能力的唯一標準。
pattern: [noun] is not the only / a good measure of [noun]
By any measure, the festival was a huge success this year.
無論以什麼標準來看，今年的藝術節都非常成功。
fixed phrase: by any measure
Customer satisfaction is an important measure of a restaurant's quality.
顧客滿意度是衡量餐廳品質的重要標準。
The number of trees planted became a measure of the town's green efforts.
種植樹木的數量成了衡量該鎮環保努力的標準。
Test scores are only one measure of a teacher's effectiveness in class.
考試分數只是衡量教師課堂成效的其中一個標準。
文法句型
a measure of + noun
by any measure
by some measure
用法筆記
Common in fixed phrases such as 'by any measure', 'by some measure', and 'beyond measure'. The preposition 'of' introduces the quality being judged.
7. the regular pattern of beats and accents that gives music or poetry a particular
節奏；韻律
音樂或詩歌中的節拍模式
the regular pattern of beats and accents that gives music or poetry a particular rhythm; the feel of a tune, a dance, or a line of verse as it moves in time.
Sana could feel the gentle measure of the lullaby as it slowed near the end.
Sana 感覺到搖籃曲緩緩接近尾聲時的溫柔節奏。
adjective + measure (gentle, slow, regular)
Kemi clapped her hands in a steady measure as the choir sang.
Kemi 隨著合唱團的歌聲，以穩定的節奏拍手。
The dancers moved in perfect measure, matching every step to the drumbeat.
舞者們以完美的節奏移動，每一步都配合鼓點。
Arjun tapped his pencil on the desk, keeping time with the measure of the jazz tune.
Arjun 用鉛筆在桌上輕敲，跟著那首爵士樂的節拍。
The choir sang in a lively measure that made the audience want to clap.
合唱團以輕快的節奏演唱，讓觀眾忍不住想拍手。
文法句型
in + measure
measure of + noun
adjective + measure
用法筆記
Often appears with descriptive adjectives such as 'slow', 'lively', 'regular', and 'perfect'. In poetry, 'measure' is a traditional term for metrical structure and is less common than 'meter' in modern discussions.
8. an object used to find out the size, amount, or level of something, for example
量具；量器
用來測量長度、容量等的工具
an object used to find out the size, amount, or level of something, for example a ruler, a tape, or a cup with printed marks.
Emma took out a tape measure and checked the width of the window frame.
Emma 拿出一條捲尺，量了窗框的寬度。
compound: tape measure
Salma poured the flour into a measuring cup up to the two-cup line.
Salma 將麵粉倒入量杯，倒到兩杯的刻度線。
compound: measuring cup
The carpenter reached for his metal measure and made a mark on the wood.
那位木匠拿起他的金屬量尺，在木頭上做了記號。
A ruler is the simplest measure for drawing straight lines of a known length.
直尺是最簡單的量具，可用來畫出已知長度的直線。
Lucía filled the glass measure with milk up to the 500-millilitre mark.
Lucía 將牛奶倒入玻璃量杯，直到 500 毫升的刻度。
文法句型
a + measure
tape measure
measuring cup/spoon
用法筆記
Frequently combined with another noun to name the specific tool: tape measure, measuring cup, measuring spoon. In everyday conversation, the specific name (ruler, scale, cup) is often used instead of the general word 'measure'.
常見錯誤
9. the act of checking the size, amount, or level of something by using a tool or c
測量；計量
以工具或標準檢驗大小、數量的行為
the act of checking the size, amount, or level of something by using a tool or comparing it with a known standard.
Accurate measure of rainfall is essential for farmers who plan their planting season.
準確的雨量測量對於規劃種植季節的農民來說至關重要。
measure of + noun (measure of rainfall)
Feng recorded the measure of each plant's height every Monday morning.
Feng 每週一早上記錄每株植物的高度測量值。
By careful measure, the scientist found that the lake had lost nearly a metre of water.
經過仔細測量，科學家發現該湖的水位已減少將近一公尺。
The measure of a person's blood pressure gives doctors important information about their health.
測量血壓能讓醫生獲得有關病人健康的重要資訊。
Zola learned that the measure of air quality involves checking several different gases.
Zola 學到，空氣品質的測量需要檢測多種不同的氣體。
- measurement
emphasises the result or value obtained, rather than the process
- evaluation
a broader term that includes judging quality, not just size or quantity
- assessment
similar to evaluation, often used for skills or situations
文法句型
measure of + noun
by + measure
adjective + measure
用法筆記
Distinguish from 'measurement': 'measure' (this sense) emphasises the activity or process of finding a value, while 'measurement' typically refers to the value or result obtained. Frequently used with 'of' to specify what is being measured: 'measure of temperature', 'measure of success'.