mild
/maɪld/ (bre, ipa) · /maɪld/ (ame, ipa) · /ˈmī(-ə)ld/ (ame, mw)
mild — 形容詞
- mildpositive
- mildercomparative
- mildestsuperlative
1. used to describe something that is not as strong, serious, or harsh as it could
輕微的
不嚴重、不極端的
used to describe something that is not as strong, serious, or harsh as it could be — for example, a punishment that stays light, or a disease that shows only small effects.
The judge gave him a mild punishment for his first offence.
法官因他是初犯而從輕處罰。
collocation: mild punishment
Amani experienced only mild symptoms after catching the flu, such as a slight cough.
阿瑪尼感染流感後症狀輕微，只有輕微的咳嗽。
collocation: mild symptoms
The committee offered mild criticism of the proposal, focusing on small adjustments.
委員會對提案提出了溫和的批評，只針對一些小問題。
The side effects of the medicine are usually mild and disappear within a day.
這種藥物的副作用通常很輕微，一天之內就會消失。
- slight
focuses on small degree or amount; 'mild' adds a sense of moderation rather than just smallness
- moderate
more formal; suggests staying within reasonable limits rather than being gentle
- light
used similarly for punishment or criticism, but 'light' can imply minimal, while 'mild' suggests fair restraint
文法句型
mild + noun
be/seem/remain + mild
用法筆記
Often chosen over 'light' when describing negative things (punishment, criticism, illness) because 'light' can sound dismissive. 'Mild' sounds measured and fair.
常見錯誤
2. describes weather or temperatures that are comfortably warm rather than very col
暖和的
氣候不寒冷的
describes weather or temperatures that are comfortably warm rather than very cold — often used when a winter or autumn is warmer than expected for that season.
The region enjoys a mild climate all year, with no extreme temperatures.
這個地區全年氣候溫和，沒有極端氣溫。
collocation: mild climate
This winter has been unusually mild, with temperatures rarely dropping below zero.
今年冬天異常暖和，氣溫很少降到零度以下。
unusually + mild
Hoa prefers mild spring days to the intense heat of summer.
華比較喜歡溫暖的春日，而不是酷熱的夏天。
The mild autumn meant that the garden stayed green until late December.
那年秋天很暖和，花園到十二月仍然一片翠綠。
文法句型
mild + noun (winter, climate, weather, autumn)
be/become + mild
用法筆記
Used almost exclusively for cold-season weather (winter, autumn, early spring). You would not describe a hot summer day as 'mild' — use 'mild' only when the temperature is on the cooler side of comfortable.
常見錯誤
3. describes food or drink whose taste is not strong, sharp, or spicy on the tongue
清淡的
味道不濃不辣的
describes food or drink whose taste is not strong, sharp, or spicy on the tongue — the flavour is gentle and easy for most people to eat or drink, often by choice rather than by accident.
Christopher ordered a mild curry because he does not enjoy spicy food.
克里斯多夫點了一份清淡的咖哩，因為他不喜歡辣的食物。
collocation: mild curry
This cheese has a mild, creamy flavour that most children seem to enjoy.
這種起司味道清淡滑順，大多數小朋友都喜歡。
Mizuki bought mild salsa for the party, knowing some guests dislike heat.
美月買了口味清淡的莎莎醬，知道有些客人不喜歡辣。
The sauce is quite mild — you can add chilli powder if you prefer more heat.
這個醬料味道很淡——如果你想更辣一點，可以加辣椒粉。
文法句型
mild + noun (curry, cheese, sauce, flavour)
be/taste + mild
用法筆記
Unlike 'bland' (which means unpleasantly lacking flavour), 'mild' is a positive or neutral description — the food still has flavour, just not a strong or spicy one. Large supermarkets in the UK often sell 'mild' as a standard curry heat level, between 'medium' and 'very mild'.
常見錯誤
4. describes a person who is naturally calm and gentle, not easily angered, excited
溫和的
性情平靜不易怒的
describes a person who is naturally calm and gentle, not easily angered, excited, or upset — a stable personality trait rather than a temporary mood.
Élise is a mild-mannered teacher who never raises her voice at students.
艾莉絲是一位溫和的老師，從不對學生提高聲量。
compound: mild-mannered
Rin's customer shouted about a wrong order, but she replied in a mild tone.
Rin 的客人因送錯餐點大聲抱怨，但她用溫和的語氣回應。
shows mild temperament through action in a stressful situation
Despite his size, Felix has a mild personality and gets along with everyone.
菲利克斯雖然身材高大，但個性溫和，跟每個人都合得來。
Noor spoke in a mild tone to calm a frightened child at the store.
努爾用溫和的語氣安撫店裡一個受驚嚇的孩子。
- gentle
very close in meaning; 'gentle' adds a nuance of kindness and care, while 'mild' focuses on evenness of temper
- calm
broader; can describe a temporary state or a personality; 'mild' is more specifically about not being easily angered
- easy-going
more informal; suggests a relaxed attitude toward plans and rules, not just emotional control
- harsh
opposite in terms of how someone treats others
- fierce
opposite in intensity of emotion or reaction
- aggressive
opposite in behaviour toward others
文法句型
mild + noun (temperament, manner, tone, personality)
be/seem/remain + mild
用法筆記
Describes a stable personality trait, not a temporary mood. A mild person is consistently calm — do not use for someone who is merely acting calm on one occasion. The compound 'mild-mannered' is very common and carries a slightly old-fashioned but positive tone, as in the comic book character Clark Kent (Superman's mild-mannered alter ego).
常見錯誤
mild — 名詞
1. a type of dark beer brewed in Britain, with a soft and slightly sweet taste rath
淡啤酒
一種英國黑啤酒，味道溫和不苦
a type of dark beer brewed in Britain, with a soft and slightly sweet taste rather than the strong bitter flavour found in most other dark beers.
The pub near Eli's flat serves a traditional mild from a local brewery.
伊利住處附近的酒吧供應當地酒廠釀造的傳統淡啤酒。
Paloma ordered a pint of mild instead of the usual lager.
帕洛瑪點了一品脫淡啤酒，而不是平常喝的拉格啤酒。
uncountable: 'a pint of mild'
Mild is darker than ordinary beer and has a sweeter, less bitter taste.
淡啤酒顏色比一般啤酒深，味道較甜，苦味較少。
Jenna tried a glass of mild at the beer festival and found it very smooth.
珍娜在啤酒節上喝了一杯淡啤酒，覺得口感非常順滑。
文法句型
mild as an uncountable noun: 'a pint of mild'
mild as a countable noun: 'two milds, please'
用法筆記
Primarily a British term. In English pubs, 'mild' usually refers to a dark, low-alcohol ale (around 3–4% ABV). The term is less common in the United States, where 'dark ale' or 'brown ale' is used instead. 'Mild' is often served from a hand pump rather than from a pressurised keg.