symphony

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symphony — 名詞

  • symphonysingular
  • symphoniesplural

1. a long musical composition written to be performed by a large orchestra, usually

1.名詞B1
釋義

交響曲

為大型管弦樂團所作的多樂章樂曲

a long musical composition written to be performed by a large orchestra, usually divided into several separate parts called movements

例句

The conductor led the orchestra through Beethoven's Symphony No. 5 with great energy.

指揮帶領管弦樂團，以飽滿的能量演奏了貝多芬的第五號交響曲。

possessive + composer's name + Symphony + number

Yuki listened to a symphony by Mahler while studying for her history exam.

Yuki 一邊為歷史考試唸書，一邊聽了馬勒的交響曲。

a symphony by + [composer]

常見搭配
  • compose a symphony
  • write a symphony
  • perform a symphony
  • conduct a symphony
  • symphony movement
  • first / second / final movement
同義詞
  • orchestral work

    broader term; any piece written for an orchestra, not necessarily in symphonic form

  • symphonic composition

    slightly more formal term for a symphony

  • sonata

    similar structure but written for a solo instrument or small ensemble, not a full orchestra

文法句型

possessive + symphony + number (Beethoven's Fifth Symphony)

symphony in + key + number (symphony in C minor)

用法筆記

When referring to a specific numbered symphony, the word and number are usually capitalized and preceded by the composer's name: Beethoven's Fifth Symphony, Mahler's Symphony No. 2.

常見錯誤

I listened to a symphony song on the radio.
I listened to a symphony on the radio.
A symphony is a type of musical composition, not a song (which usually has sung words).
She wrote a new symphony piece for the orchestra.
She wrote a new symphony for the orchestra.
'Symphony' already refers to the piece itself; 'symphony piece' is redundant.

2. a large orchestra that regularly performs classical music, especially symphonies

2.名詞B2
釋義

交響樂團

演奏交響曲的大型管弦樂團

a large orchestra that regularly performs classical music, especially symphonies, or the organization that runs such an orchestra

例句

The city symphony is looking for a new conductor to lead next season's concerts.

市立交響樂團正在尋找新的指揮，來帶領下一個樂季的音樂會。

the + [city] + symphony

Aylin auditioned for the symphony and was offered a position as second violinist.

Aylin 參加了交響樂團的甄選，獲聘擔任第二小提琴手。

audition for + the symphony

常見搭配
  • city symphony
  • local symphony
  • symphony season
  • symphony conductor
  • symphony hall
  • join a symphony
  • audition for a symphony
同義詞
  • orchestra

    broader term; any group of musicians playing together, not necessarily a symphony orchestra

  • philharmonic

    a type of symphony orchestra; the terms are largely interchangeable in modern usage

  • symphony orchestra

    the full, formal name for this type of musical group

文法句型

the + [city] + symphony

symphony + verb (audition / perform / tour)

用法筆記

In this sense, 'symphony' is a shortened form of 'symphony orchestra.' It usually refers to the organization as a whole — including the musicians, management, and administration — not just the group of players on stage.

常見錯誤

She plays in a symphony.' (when meaning she plays in a symphony orchestra)
She plays in a symphony orchestra.
'Symphony' alone can mean the orchestra informally, but 'symphony orchestra' is clearer and more common in formal contexts.
The symphony song was beautiful.
The symphony orchestra's performance was beautiful.
'Symphony' as an orchestra does not modify 'song'.

同根字

  • symphonic
    形容詞B2
  • symphonically
    副詞C1
  • symphonist
    名詞C1

常見搭配

名詞搭配

  • symphony concert
  • symphony performance
  • symphony recording
  • symphony hall

介系詞搭配

  • by (a symphony by Mahler)
  • in (symphony in C minor)