resolve
/rɪˈzɒlv/ (bre, ipa) · /rɪˈzɑːlv/ (ame, ipa) · /ri-ˈzälv -ˈzȯlv also -ˈzäv or -ˈzȯv/ (ame, mw)
resolve — 動詞
- resolvepresent simple I / you / we / they
- resolveshe / she / it
- resolvedpast simple
- resolving-ing form
1. to find a successful way of dealing with a problem, disagreement, or difficult s
解決；化解
找到問題或困難的解決方法
to find a successful way of dealing with a problem, disagreement, or difficult situation so that it no longer causes trouble
After months of talks, the two countries finally resolved their border dispute.
經過數月的談判，兩國終於化解了邊界爭議。
resolve a dispute / a conflict / a problem
Eli resolved his disagreement with the landlord by offering to pay the rent early.
Eli 提議提早付房租，從而解決了與房東的分歧。
resolve + by + gerund phrase
The technician resolved the computer issue by simply restarting the system.
技術人員重新啟動系統，就解決了電腦問題。
A written apology helped resolve the misunderstanding between the two coworkers.
一封書面道歉信幫助化解了兩位同事之間的誤會。
There was no easy way to resolve the conflict between the two departments.
兩個部門之間的衝突沒有簡便的解決辦法。
- settle
more final and legal — settle a lawsuit, settle a debt
- sort out
informal; used in everyday British English for minor problems
- straighten out
informal; implies untangling confusion or a mess
- complicate
to make a problem harder to deal with
文法句型
resolve + something (problem/dispute/conflict/question)
resolve + wh-clause
用法筆記
Takes a problem, dispute, or difficulty as an object. Common collocations include resolve a conflict, resolve a dispute, resolve an issue, and resolve a crisis.
常見錯誤
2. to decide firmly that you will do something, especially after giving it serious
決意；決心
下定決心要做某事
to decide firmly that you will do something, especially after giving it serious thought
After seeing the documentary, Anya resolved to reduce her plastic waste.
看完紀錄片後，Anya 決心減少塑膠垃圾。
resolve + to-infinitive (personal commitment)
The board resolved that the company would invest in renewable energy.
董事會決議公司將投資再生能源。
resolve + that-clause (formal decision)
Dewi resolved to learn one new word every day for the whole year.
Dewi 決心一年內每天學一個新單字。
It was then that Nila resolved to study harder and apply for medical school.
就在那時，Nila 下定決心更努力讀書報考醫學院。
The committee resolved that no member would speak to the press without permission.
委員會決議任何成員未經許可不得對媒體發言。
- determine
slightly more formal; often used in writing ('determine to do')
- make up one's mind
less formal, used in everyday conversation
- decide
more general; 'resolve' implies stronger commitment
文法句型
resolve + to-infinitive
resolve + that-clause
用法筆記
Often followed by a to-infinitive clause for personal commitments ('resolve to do'), or a that-clause for group decisions. When used of a group or institution, it suggests a formal vote or resolution. This sense is distinct from verb sense 1 (SOLVE), where the object is a problem — here the object is a future action or decision.
常見錯誤
3. when a note or chord in music moves from a tense, unstable sound to a stable, pl
解決（和聲）
不和諧音轉為和諧音
when a note or chord in music moves from a tense, unstable sound to a stable, pleasing one, creating a sense of rest or completion
The final chord resolves beautifully, giving the piece a sense of completion.
最後一個和弦優美地解決了，為整首曲子帶來完整的感覺。
music: chord resolves to tonic / into harmony
In classical music, the leading tone often resolves to the tonic note.
在古典音樂中，導音通常會解決到主音。
resolve to [a musical note]
The composer chose not to resolve the final chord, leaving the audience in suspense.
作曲家刻意不解決最後一個和弦，讓聽眾懸著一顆心。
Aarav played the dissonant chord and waited for it to resolve into harmony.
Aarav 彈了不和諧和弦，然後等待它解決為和聲。
- come to rest
descriptive, not technical; used in informal music teaching
- conclude
broader; can apply to musical phrases as well
文法句型
chord resolves
note resolves to [tonic]
resolve a chord
用法筆記
Primarily used in discussions of music theory and composition. Can be transitive ('resolve a chord') or intransitive ('the chord resolves'). The opposite is 'dissonance.'
resolve — 名詞
1. the quality of being firmly determined to achieve something, especially when fac
決心；堅毅
堅定不移的意志
the quality of being firmly determined to achieve something, especially when facing difficulties or opposition
Lucas showed great resolve in continuing his training despite the injury.
Lucas 在受傷後仍堅持訓練，展現了極大的決心。
show / demonstrate resolve
The team's resolve was tested when they lost three games in a row.
這支球隊連輸三場比賽，考驗了他們的毅力。
collocation: test one's resolve
Maeve's quiet resolve impressed everyone who worked with her.
Maeve 沉穩的決心讓所有與她共事的人都印象深刻。
It takes strong resolve to quit smoking and stay away from cigarettes.
要戒菸並遠離香菸需要很強的決心。
The villagers' resolve to rebuild after the flood never weakened.
村民重建家園的決心從未動搖。
- determination
more common in everyday speech; 'resolve' sounds more formal and literary
- willpower
focuses on self-control to resist temptation
- firmness
emphasizes not being easily swayed by others
- weakness
lack of firmness or willpower
- indecision
inability to make or stick to a choice
文法句型
someone's resolve
resolve to do something
用法筆記
Uncountable — you cannot say 'a resolve' when you mean determination. 'Resolve' in this sense is a quality, not a countable decision. Contrast with noun sense 2 (FORMAL DECISION), where 'a resolve' means a specific voted decision.
常見錯誤
2. a formal decision that is made by a group of people after a vote, typically in a
決議
正式表決通過的決定
a formal decision that is made by a group of people after a vote, typically in a meeting, council, or legislative body
The committee passed a resolve to allocate more funds to the health department.
委員會通過了一項決議，撥款更多經費給衛生部門。
pass a resolve (formal vote)
The board of directors approved a resolve to expand operations into Southeast Asia.
董事會批准了一項將業務拓展到東南亞的決議。
A formal resolve was adopted by the assembly after three hours of debate.
經過三小時的辯論後，大會通過了一項正式決議。
Diego voted against the resolve to increase membership fees.
Diego 投票反對調漲會員費的決議。
- resolution
far more common in modern English for formal decisions; 'resolve' sounds older or more official
- motion
a proposal put forward in a meeting, not yet voted on
- decree
an official order issued by an authority, not a group vote
文法句型
pass a resolve
approve a resolve
a resolve to do something
用法筆記
Countable — you can say 'a resolve' or 'resolves' (plural). This sense overlaps with 'resolution,' but 'resolution' is far more common in modern English. 'Resolve' in this sense is used mainly in formal political or legal writing.