studded
studded — 形容詞
1. having small metal pieces with round heads fixed into the surface of something,
飾釘的
表面鑲有金屬圓釘的
having small metal pieces with round heads fixed into the surface of something, usually in a regular pattern, for decoration or protection
The Watanabe family bought a studded leather belt for their son to wear with his jeans.
渡邊家為他們的兒子買了一條釘飾皮帶來搭配牛仔褲。
attributive: studded + noun (belt, jacket, collar)
Ananya wore a studded leather jacket that had brass studs along both shoulders.
Ananya 穿著一件飾有黃銅圓釘的皮夾克，兩邊肩膀上都釘滿了釘子。
The dog's new collar was black and studded with shiny metal rivets.
那隻狗的新項圈是黑色的，上面釘滿了閃亮的金屬圓釘。
An old studded armchair sat in the corner of the library.
圖書館的角落裡放著一張老舊的釘飾扶手椅。
The thick wooden door was studded with iron nails for extra strength.
那扇厚重的木門上釘滿了鐵釘以增加強度。
用法筆記
Commonly used in attributive position before a noun (a studded belt) or in the passive pattern be studded with + [metal object]. The metal pieces are typically decorative, not functional fasteners.
常見錯誤
2. covered or decorated with many small objects of the same type that are spread ac
佈滿的
表面散布或點綴許多相同小物的
covered or decorated with many small objects of the same type that are spread across a surface or area, sometimes giving a scattered or sparkling effect
The night sky was studded with so many stars that the children gasped.
夜空中布滿了星星，孩子們看得目瞪口呆。
passive: be studded with [stars/gems/diamonds]
The bride's veil was studded with tiny pearls that caught the light.
新娘的頭紗上綴滿了小珍珠，在光線下閃閃發亮。
Dr. Okafor's garden is studded with small stone statues of birds and animals.
Okafor 醫師的花園裡散布著許多鳥類和動物的小石雕。
The old city map was studded with red dots marking every restaurant in the area.
那張舊城區地圖上布滿了紅點，標示著該區的每一家餐廳。
A hillside studded with wildflowers stretched out behind the village school.
村莊學校後方有一片長滿野花的山坡。
- dotted
suggests a more scattered, less dense pattern; slightly less formal
- scattered
implies random distribution rather than a regular arrangement
- covered
more general, does not suggest the pattern or the small size of the objects
- peppered
often used for holes or marks rather than objects attached to a surface
文法句型
be studded with [objects]
用法筆記
This sense is almost always used in the passive pattern be studded with + plural noun. Unlike sense 1, the objects are not limited to metal — they can be stars, gems, flowers, dots, or any small items spread across a surface. The pattern can be attributive (a star-studded sky) or postpositive (the sky, studded with stars, ...).
常見錯誤
studded — 名詞
1. a group of female animals, especially horses, kept together for the purpose of p
種畜群
為繁殖而飼養的一群動物
a group of female animals, especially horses, kept together for the purpose of producing babies with a specific male animal chosen for its good qualities
The Okonkwo family kept a stud of thirty thoroughbred mares on their land.
Okonkwo 家族在他們的土地上養了三十匹純種母馬的種畜群。
collocation: stud of [number] [animal type]
Ananya's father sold the entire stud when the drought made it too costly to feed the horses.
因為乾旱使養馬成本太高，她父親賣掉了整個種畜群。
The Andersons' stud produced three prize-winning foals last spring.
Anderson 家的種畜群去年春天生下了三匹得獎的小馬。
A stud of Arabian horses can cost a small fortune to maintain each year.
一群阿拉伯馬的種畜群每年需要花費一大筆錢來維持。
用法筆記
Unlike 'herd', which can refer to any group of grazing animals, 'stud' specifically refers to animals kept for breeding purposes. The noun is often used attributively (stud farm, stud horse).
常見錯誤
2. a farm or ranch where animals, especially horses, are raised for breeding purpos
種馬場
用於動物繁殖的農場或牧場
a farm or ranch where animals, especially horses, are raised for breeding purposes and where the male breeding animals are kept
The Khoury family has run a famous stud in Kentucky for three generations.
Khoury 家族在肯塔基經營一家著名的種馬場已經三代了。
collocation: run/manage a stud
Green Valley Stud won the award for best breeding facility in the region last year.
Green Valley 種馬場去年獲得該地區最佳繁殖設施獎。
The O'Brien family visited several studs across Ireland before choosing one for their mare.
他們在為母馬挑選種馬場之前，參觀了愛爾蘭的幾家種馬場。
The stud charges a high fee for each mare that comes to be bred there.
這家種馬場對每匹送來配種的母馬收取很高的費用。
- breeding farm
more general term that applies to any animal type
- stud farm
full compound noun for clarity
用法筆記
Often capitalised when part of a proper name (e.g., 'Elmwood Stud'). The word can refer both to the physical farm and to the business operation of breeding animals.
常見錯誤
3. a stallion or other male kept for breeding purposes, chosen for its desirable qu
種馬
用於配種的雄性動物，尤指馬
a stallion or other male kept for breeding purposes, chosen for its desirable qualities such as speed, strength, or pure lineage
The champion racehorse Thunder was retired to become a stud at a ranch in Texas.
冠軍賽馬 Thunder 退役後，在德州的一個牧場成為種馬。
become a stud — used for a horse retired for breeding
A top stud can earn millions of dollars in breeding fees over his lifetime.
一匹頂級種馬一生中可以賺取數百萬美元的配種費。
Amara's family bought a Friesian stallion as a stud for their small horse farm.
Amara 的家人買了一匹弗里斯蘭公馬作為他們小馬場的種馬。
The veterinarian checked the stud's health before the breeding season began.
獸醫在配種季節開始前檢查了這匹種馬的健康狀況。
- mare
adult female horse
用法筆記
When 'stud' refers to a male animal (especially a stallion), it is often used as a modifier: 'stud horse', 'stud bull'. The term 'at stud' means the animal is available for breeding services.
常見錯誤
4. an extremely attractive man with a strong, muscular build and a confident mascul
型男
非常有魅力的肌肉男
an extremely attractive man with a strong, muscular build and a confident masculine appearance
Every time Diego walked into the room, people whispered about the tall stud in the suit.
每次 Diego 走進房間，人們就會悄悄議論那位穿著西裝的高個子型男。
informal slang — describes an attractive, confident man
Sofia's friends told her the new gym instructor was a real stud with a charming smile.
Sofia 的朋友告訴她，新來的健身教練是個笑容迷人的型男。
The magazine named the firefighter their stud of the year for his charity work and good looks.
該雜誌因其慈善事業和帥氣外表，將這位消防員評選為年度型男。
Omar felt like a stud after winning the surfing competition in front of a big crowd.
Omar 在眾目睽睽下贏得衝浪比賽後，覺得自己真是個型男。
- hunk
similar meaning, focuses more on muscular physique than confidence
- heartthrob
a celebrity who attracts romantic feelings, less about physical toughness
用法筆記
Informal and considered somewhat old-fashioned or cheesy by younger speakers. Can be used playfully or flirtatiously. More common in popular media than in everyday conversation. Avoid in formal writing.
常見錯誤
5. a young man or boy, often used in a friendly or casual way to refer to someone w
小伙子
年輕男子或男孩
a young man or boy, often used in a friendly or casual way to refer to someone whose name is not known
The old shopkeeper smiled at the young stud who had just bought his first bicycle.
老店主對剛買了第一輛腳踏車的小伙子微笑。
affectionate or neutral use — refers to a boy or young man
Hey there stud, can you help me carry these bags to the car?
喂，小伙子，可以幫我把這些袋子拿到車上嗎？
A couple of young studs were skateboarding in the parking lot after school.
放學後，有幾個小伙子在停車場玩滑板。
Grandpa ruffled Kofi's hair and called him a fine young stud.
爺爺弄亂 Kofi 的頭髮，誇他是個好小伙子。
用法筆記
Regional and somewhat dated in many areas. More common in rural or working-class contexts in the United States. Can sound endearing or patronising depending on tone. Distinguish from sense 4 (HANDSOME MAN), which focuses on attractiveness rather than youth.
常見錯誤
6. a person known for their gritty determination and ability to endure hardship, pa
硬漢
堅強勇敢，不畏艱難的人
a person known for their gritty determination and ability to endure hardship, pain, or difficult situations with resilience and without giving up, especially in sports, physical labour, or military contexts
Jack had a reputation as a stud who never backed down from a fight.
Jack 以硬漢著稱，在打架時從不退縮。
collocation: a stud who [verb] — describes someone's reputation
The movie starred Chidi as a tough stud who protects his neighbourhood from criminals.
這部電影由 Chidi 主演，他飾演一名保護社區免受罪犯侵害的硬漢。
Viktor earned respect as a stud during his years working on the oil rigs.
Viktor 在鑽油平臺工作多年，贏得了硬漢的稱號。
The other soldiers knew they could rely on Henry because he was a real stud under pressure.
其他士兵知道他們可以信賴 Henry，因為他在壓力下是個真正的硬漢。
- weakling
someone who lacks strength or courage
用法筆記
Frequently used in sports, military, and physically demanding work contexts. Unlike sense 4 (HANDSOME MAN), which focuses on physical attractiveness and confident appearance, this sense focuses entirely on a person's toughness, grit, and resilience when facing challenges. A player who performs exceptionally well under pressure is often described as 'a stud'.
常見錯誤
7. a young athlete or performer who shows exceptional talent and is expected to bec
新秀
極具天賦的年輕運動員
a young athlete or performer who shows exceptional talent and is expected to become very successful in their field
The basketball team signed a nineteen-year-old stud who scored thirty points in his first game.
籃球隊簽下了一名十九歲的新秀，他在首場比賽中就得到了三十分。
sports context — young talented player
Soo-jin was the biggest stud in women's tennis before she turned twenty.
Soo-jin 在二十歲之前就已是女子網球界最厲害的新秀。
College scouts came to watch the young stud play quarterback for his high school team.
大學球探前來觀看這位新秀為他的高中球隊擔任四分衛。
Arjun trained hard every day because he wanted to become a stud in professional soccer.
Arjun 每天努力訓練，因為他想成為職業足球界的新秀。
用法筆記
Common in sports journalism and recruiting contexts. The term implies not just talent but also the potential for future stardom. Distinguish from sense 5 (YOUNG FELLOW), which simply denotes a young male without implying exceptional skill.
常見錯誤
8. a form of poker in which players receive a mix of cards face-down and face-up ov
梭哈
一種撲克牌玩法
a form of poker in which players receive a mix of cards face-down and face-up over several rounds, with a round of betting after each set of cards is dealt
William prefers stud over Texas hold'em because it requires more careful reading of opponents.
William 比較喜歡梭哈而不是德州撲克，因為梭哈更需要仔細解讀對手。
contrasted with other poker variants
The weekly poker night always started with a few hands of five-card stud.
每週的撲克之夜總是從幾局五張梭哈開始。
Henry lost a lot of money playing seven-card stud at the casino last weekend.
Henry 上週末在賭場玩七張梭哈輸了很多錢。
Learning to play stud taught Grace how to calculate probabilities while keeping a straight face.
學習玩梭哈教會了 Grace 如何在面無表情的同時計算機率。
- five-card stud
the most common form of stud poker with five cards per player
- seven-card stud
a more complex variant with seven cards per player
用法筆記
Always appears as a compound: 'stud poker', 'five-card stud', 'seven-card stud'. The word 'stud' alone is enough when the poker context is clear, but the full term 'stud poker' avoids ambiguity with other senses.
常見錯誤
9. one of the vertical wooden or metal beams in the framework of a wall that suppor
立柱
牆體框架中的垂直支柱
one of the vertical wooden or metal beams in the framework of a wall that support the structure and provide a surface for panels or plaster to be attached
The carpenter marked the location of every stud before drilling into the wall for the shelves.
木工在鑽牆安裝層架之前，標記了每根立柱的位置。
stud = vertical wall beam
You need to anchor the heavy mirror into a stud, or it might fall off the wall.
你必須把這面大鏡子固定在立柱上，否則它可能會從牆上掉下來。
The building inspector found that three studs in the wall were cracked and needed replacing.
建築檢查員發現牆上有三根立柱出現裂縫，需要更換。
Electricians often drill small holes through wall studs to run cables between rooms.
電工經常在牆壁立柱上鑽小孔，以便在房間之間拉電線。
用法筆記
The most common everyday use of 'stud' for many English speakers. In standard US residential construction, studs are typically spaced 16 or 24 inches apart. A 'stud finder' is a tool used to locate them behind drywall.
常見錯誤
10. the measurement from the floor of a room to the ceiling, used especially in buil
淨高
從地板到天花板的高度
the measurement from the floor of a room to the ceiling, used especially in building plans and interior design to describe room height
The apartment had a stud of nearly three metres, giving it a very spacious feel.
這間公寓的淨高大約三米，給人非常寬敞的感覺。
stud = room height, British construction term
The architect specified a clear stud of two point four metres for all the offices.
建築師指定所有辦公室的淨高為兩點四米。
A low stud can make a room feel cramped even if the floor area is large.
即使地板面積很大，淨高不足也會讓房間感覺狹窄。
The renovation increased the stud by raising the roof by thirty centimetres.
裝修工程將屋頂提高了三十公分，從而增加了淨高。
- ceiling height
more common term, understood in all varieties of English
- room height
plain English equivalent
用法筆記
Primarily British English. In American English, 'ceiling height' or 'floor-to-ceiling height' is more common. 'Stud' in this sense is professional jargon used by builders and architects, not everyday conversation.
常見錯誤
11. a short metal fastener with a large rounded top, used to decorate clothing, belt
飾釘
用於裝飾或保護的大頭金屬釘
a short metal fastener with a large rounded top, used to decorate clothing, belts, bags, or furniture while also sometimes providing protection to the surface
The artisan hammered brass studs along the edge of the leather saddle for decoration.
工匠沿著馬鞍的邊緣敲上黃銅飾釘作為裝飾。
brass studs — material specification
A leather jacket with silver studs was hanging in the window of the vintage shop.
一件帶有銀色飾釘的皮夾克掛在復古商店的櫥窗裡。
Rosa bought a black belt with gold studs arranged in a star pattern.
Rosa 買了一條黑色皮帶，上面有排成星形圖案的金色飾釘。
The old wooden chest was covered in iron studs that protected the corners from damage.
舊木箱上佈滿了鐵飾釘，用來保護角落免受損壞。
用法筆記
Commonly used in the plural ('studs') as a decorative element on clothing and accessories. In fashion contexts, 'studs' often refers specifically to the small metal pyramid or dome-shaped pieces popular on punk and rock-inspired clothing.
常見錯誤
12. a small button-like piece of metal or plastic with a decorative front and a post
領扣
用於正式襯衫的可拆卸鈕扣
a small button-like piece of metal or plastic with a decorative front and a post on the back, pushed through buttonholes on formal shirts to fasten the collar or cuffs
George fastened the gold studs into his dress shirt before putting on his tuxedo jacket.
George 在穿燕尾服之前，將金色領扣扣在襯衫上。
dress shirt studs — formal wear accessory
The groom wore a white shirt with pearl studs that matched the bride's necklace.
新郎穿著一件白色襯衫，搭配與新娘項鍊相配的珍珠領扣。
A set of silver studs and cufflinks made a perfect gift for the office manager.
一套銀色領扣和袖扣是送給辦公室經理的最佳禮物。
Thomas realised he had lost one of his shirt studs and could not fasten his collar properly.
Thomas 發現他弄丟了一顆領扣，無法好好扣上襯衫領子。
- dress stud
the full compound name
- shirt button
a regular button is sewn on, not inserted through a hole like a stud
用法筆記
Typically used in the plural and paired with 'cufflinks' for formal dress shirts. Unlike buttons, studs have a detachable post-and-clasp mechanism. More common in British English; in American English 'dress studs' or simply 'studs' is used.
常見錯誤
13. a small piece of jewellery with a straight post that goes through a hole in the
耳釘
有直針的小型耳環
a small piece of jewellery with a straight post that goes through a hole in the earlobe or another body part and is secured at the back with a small clasp
Mei-Lin wore simple pearl studs to the job interview because they looked professional.
Mei-Lin 戴著簡單的珍珠耳釘去工作面試，因為看起來很專業。
pearl studs — common type of earring stud
Hana lost one of her favourite diamond studs while swimming at the beach.
Hana 在海邊游泳時弄丟了她最喜歡的一隻鑽石耳釘。
The jeweller recommended gold studs for the customer's first ear piercing.
珠寶商為初次穿耳洞的顧客推薦了金耳釘。
Fatima wears small silver studs in her second piercing on most days.
Fatima 大多時候在第二個耳洞上戴著小銀耳釘。
- earring
general term for any jewellery worn on the ear
- post earring
describes the fastening mechanism rather than the decorative front
- hoop earring
circular earring, distinct from the post-and-clasp stud design
用法筆記
The most common meaning of 'stud' in everyday jewellery contexts. Stud earrings are distinguished from 'hoop', 'dangle', or 'chandelier' earrings by their compact, close-to-the-ear design. Can also refer to nose studs or lip studs.
常見錯誤
14. a short rod or bolt that projects from a machine or engine and serves as a suppo
螺柱
機器中用作支撐或軸的桿狀零件
a short rod or bolt that projects from a machine or engine and serves as a support point, axis for rotating parts, or a stop that limits movement
The mechanic inspected the studs on the cylinder head for signs of wear or damage.
機械師檢查了汽缸蓋上的螺柱是否有磨損或損壞的跡象。
engine studs — projecting rods on machinery
A broken wheel stud meant the tyre could not be safely attached to the car.
一個車輪螺柱斷裂，導致輪胎無法安全安裝在車上。
The technician tightened each stud on the pump housing with a torque wrench.
技術員用扭力扳手鎖緊了泵體上的每一根螺柱。
Linh watched the engineer fit a new stud into the axle assembly of the forklift.
Linh 看著工程師在堆高機的車軸總成中安裝新的螺柱。
用法筆記
Technical term used in mechanical and automotive contexts. Unlike a regular bolt, a stud is usually threaded on both ends or has a plain middle section with threaded ends. Wheel studs are the most familiar example to non-specialists.
常見錯誤
15. a short metal or rubber projection embedded in the surface of a tyre to provide
胎釘
輪胎上增加抓地力的金屬或橡膠凸起
a short metal or rubber projection embedded in the surface of a tyre to provide better grip on snow, ice, or loose terrain
The truck's winter tyres had metal studs that gripped the icy mountain road.
卡車的冬季輪胎帶有金屬胎釘，能抓住結冰的山路。
winter tyres with metal studs — traction on ice
Studs on the jeep's tyres dug into the muddy trail and prevented the vehicle from sliding.
吉普車輪胎上的胎釘嵌入泥濘的小徑，防止車輛打滑。
Some countries ban tyre studs because they damage the surface of the road.
有些國家禁止使用輪胎胎釘，因為它們會損壞路面。
Deepa replaced her worn-out studded tyres with new ones before the ski season began.
Deepa 在滑雪季節來臨前，把磨損的釘胎換成了新的。
用法筆記
Often used in the compound 'studded tyres' (or 'studded tires' in American English). Studs are distinct from 'snow chains' which wrap around the tyre. Many regions restrict studded tyre use to certain months to prevent road damage.
常見錯誤
studded — 動詞
1. to attach small metal studs, rivets, or nailheads onto the surface of an object
鑲嵌飾釘
將金屬飾釘固定於表面
to attach small metal studs, rivets, or nailheads onto the surface of an object such as a belt, jacket, door, or shield for decoration or protection.
The leather workshop owner helped Mei stud the belt with small silver rivets.
皮革工作室的老闆幫 Mei 在皮帶上鑲嵌小銀鉚釘。
stud + object + with + [material]
The black iron gate was studded with rows of brass nailheads for a classic look.
那扇黑色鐵門上鑲嵌了一排黃銅飾釘，營造出古典風格。
passive: be studded with [material]
Diego spent the afternoon studding the denim vest with gold pyramid studs.
Diego 花了一整個下午在丹寧背心上裝飾金色角釘。
The curator asked a metalworker to stud the replica shield with iron rivets like the original.
館長請金屬工匠仿照原版，在複製盾牌上鑲嵌鐵鉚釘。
After the garage door was studded with steel bolts, it became much harder to break in.
車庫門釘上鋼製螺栓後，變得難以破門而入。
文法句型
stud + object + with + [studs/nails]
be studded with + [material]
用法筆記
This sense is always about attaching physical metal studs or nailheads. When the passive form (be studded with) is used, the focus is on the result — the object's decorated surface. Distinguish from sense 2, which uses the same passive pattern but refers to a figurative pattern of objects arranged at intervals (e.g., stars, islands, jewels).
常見錯誤
2. to be decorated or marked at intervals across a surface or area, as if dotted or
點綴；散布
有間隔地散布或裝飾
to be decorated or marked at intervals across a surface or area, as if dotted or scattered with many separate objects — such as stars across the sky, small islands along a coast, or bright jewels on a crown.
Thousands of tiny stars studded the desert sky above the campfire.
數千顆小星星點綴著營火上方的沙漠夜空。
subject (stars) stud + object (sky) — active figurative use
The coastline of southern Thailand is studded with limestone islands and hidden beaches.
泰國南部海岸散布著石灰岩島嶼和隱密沙灘。
passive: be studded with [features] — geographic context
A wide gold bracelet studded with sapphires and diamonds sat on the velvet display stand.
一條寬大的黃金手鐲上點綴著藍寶石和鑽石，靜靜躺在天鵝絨展示架上。
The old walled city was studded with pagodas whose rooftops caught the morning light.
這座古城裡散布著多座佛塔，屋頂在晨光中閃閃發亮。
Lush green vineyards stud the rolling hills of the Napa Valley from end to end.
翠綠的葡萄園從頭到尾點綴著納帕谷的起伏山丘。
文法句型
something studs + [place/sky/area]
be studded with + [objects/features]
用法筆記
Frequently found in literary or descriptive writing. The passive form (be studded with) is more common than the active. The subject of the active form is the dotting items (stars, islands, jewels), and the object is the background (sky, coast, crown). Distinguish from sense 1, which describes the deliberate attachment of physical metal studs by a craftsperson — sense 2 describes a pattern or arrangement that naturally or decoratively exists.