seasoned
/ˈsiːznd/ (bre, ipa) · /ˈsiːznd/ (ame, ipa)
seasoned — 形容詞
- seasonedpositive
- more seasonedcomparative
- most seasonedsuperlative
1. Someone who has been doing a job or activity for a long time and is very good at
經驗豐富的
長期從事而技能嫻熟的
Someone who has been doing a job or activity for a long time and is very good at it because of that practice — for example, a lawyer who has argued many cases in court, or a traveller who can handle unexpected problems on the road.
After twenty years in court, Elena is a seasoned lawyer who has won many cases.
在法庭工作了二十年後，Elena 已是一位經驗豐富的律師，贏過數十場官司。
The mountain rescue team hired only seasoned climbers for the dangerous winter mission.
高山救援隊只聘請經驗豐富的登山者來執行危險的冬季任務。
collocation: seasoned climber / seasoned professional
Amara is a seasoned journalist whose reports on the conflict are read worldwide.
Amara 是一位經驗豐富的記者，她關於衝突的報導全球都有讀者。
A seasoned teacher can tell within minutes whether a lesson will work well.
經驗豐富的老師能在幾分鐘內判斷一堂課是否會進行順利。
For the talks, the government hired a seasoned negotiator with thirty years of experience.
為了會談，政府聘請了一位擁有三十年經驗的談判老手。
- experienced
More general; can be used with any length of practice. 'Seasoned' always suggests a long, proven track record.
- veteran
Stronger emphasis on having survived many challenges. Often used for military roles but common in other fields too.
- practiced
Focuses on skill gained through repeated action rather than length of time.
- inexperienced
The direct opposite — lacking practice and skill.
- novice
Describes a beginner who is just starting to learn.
用法筆記
Commonly used before job-related nouns: seasoned professional, seasoned veteran, seasoned performer. The noun that follows is almost always a role that requires skill gained over time.
常見錯誤
2. Food that has had salt, pepper, herbs, spices, or other flavourings added to mak
調味的
加了調味料以增添風味的
Food that has had salt, pepper, herbs, spices, or other flavourings added to make it taste better.
The chicken was well seasoned with garlic, rosemary, and a pinch of salt.
這隻雞肉用大蒜、迷迭香和一撮鹽調味得很好。
passive: was seasoned with [ingredient]
Omar tasted the soup and added more pepper because it was not seasoned enough.
Omar 嚐了一口湯，又加了些胡椒，因為味道還不夠。
Properly seasoned rice can turn a simple meal into something special.
調味得當的米飯能把一頓簡單的飯菜變得特別。
The cook prefers lightly seasoned fish so that the natural flavour comes through.
廚師偏好輕微調味的魚，這樣才能吃出天然的鮮味。
In Indian dishes, the meat is seasoned with a mix of spices before cooking.
在印度菜中，肉類在烹調前會先用混合香料調味。
- plain
Describes food with no added seasoning.
- unseasoned
The direct opposite — no salt, herbs, or spices added.
用法筆記
Often used with degree adverbs such as 'lightly', 'well', 'heavily', or 'perfectly' to describe how much flavouring has been added.
常見錯誤
3. Wood that has been left to dry naturally over time so that it becomes strong, st
乾燥處理過的
經自然乾燥以適用的（木材）
Wood that has been left to dry naturally over time so that it becomes strong, stable, and does not bend or crack when used for building, furniture, or burning.
The carpenter insisted on using only seasoned oak for the dining table.
木匠堅持只用經過乾燥處理的橡木來做這張餐桌。
collocation: seasoned oak / seasoned timber
Kofi stacked the cut logs under a shelter so they became seasoned by winter.
Kofi 把砍好的木頭堆在棚子底下，讓它們在冬天來臨前變成乾燥的木材。
Unseasoned wood produces more smoke and less heat when burned in a fireplace.
未經乾燥處理的木頭在壁爐裡燃燒時會產生較多煙，熱量也較少。
Seasoned timber costs more than green wood, but it makes stronger furniture.
乾燥處理過的木材比生材貴，但用來做家具更堅固。
The guitars made from seasoned mahogany produce a warm, rich sound.
用乾燥處理過的桃花心木做的吉他，聲音溫暖而豐富。
- green
Freshly cut wood that still contains moisture and is not ready for use.
- unseasoned
The direct opposite — wood that has not been dried or prepared.
- wet
Describes wood with high moisture content, which will shrink and crack as it dries.
用法筆記
Most common in woodworking and construction contexts. 'Green wood' is the opposite — freshly cut and still containing moisture. Seasoning typically takes months or years depending on the wood type.
4. A cooking pan, especially one made of cast iron, that has been heated with oil t
開鍋處理過的
以油加熱處理以防沾的（鍋具）
A cooking pan, especially one made of cast iron, that has been heated with oil to create a natural, dark non-stick surface, which also protects the metal from rust.
Javier cooked eggs on his seasoned cast-iron skillet, and nothing stuck to the surface.
Javier 用他開鍋處理過的鑄鐵平底鍋煎蛋，完全不會沾鍋。
collocation: seasoned cast-iron skillet / pan
A well-seasoned wok develops a dark patina that gives stir-fried dishes a better flavour.
一個保養得當的炒鍋會形成深色的油膜，讓炒菜更好吃。
Never wash a seasoned pan with soap, because that removes the protective oil layer.
千萬不要用清潔劑清洗開過鍋的鍋子，因為那會洗掉保護油膜。
The chef handed down her grandmother's seasoned iron pot, which had been used for decades.
廚師傳下了她祖母用了數十年的開鍋鐵鍋。
After three rounds of oiling and heating, the new skillet was fully seasoned.
經過三輪上油和加熱，這只新的平底鍋已經完全開鍋了。
- unseasoned
A new pan that has not yet been treated with oil.
- bare
Describes raw metal with no protective coating.
用法筆記
Only used for certain types of cookware, especially cast iron, carbon steel, and woks. Non-stick pans with a Teflon coating are not 'seasoned' — the term refers to the oil-based coating that builds up over time.