theatres
theatres — 形容詞
- theatrespositive
- more theatrescomparative
- most theatressuperlative
1. relating to a large region where military operations are being carried out or pl
作戰區的
與軍事作戰區域相關的
relating to a large region where military operations are being carried out or planned.
The colonel issued new orders from the theatre command post near the border.
上校在靠近邊境的作戰區指揮所發布了新命令。
attributive: theatre command post
Supplies of fuel and medicine were sent to the theatre commander.
燃料和藥品被送往作戰區指揮官那裡。
attributive: theatre commander
All theatre headquarters were relocated to safer positions after the attack.
所有作戰區總部在攻擊後都遷移到了更安全的位置。
The general requested additional staff for theatre operations planning.
將軍要求為作戰區行動規劃增加人手。
- operational
broader term; not limited to military geography
- strategic
focuses on overall planning rather than the physical region
文法句型
theatre + noun
用法筆記
This sense is used in formal military writing and reporting. The noun 'theatre' itself functions as an adjective when placed before another noun, e.g. 'theatre command', 'theatre strategy'.
theatres — 名詞
- theatressingular
- theatresesplural
1. the spelling of 'theatre' used in British English; the American English spelling
英式拼法
英式拼法；美式拼法為 theater
the spelling of 'theatre' used in British English; the American English spelling is 'theater'.
The word 'theatre' is spelled with -re in British English and -er in American English.
Theatre 在英式英語中拼寫為 -re，在美式英語中拼寫為 -er。
spelling: -re (British) vs -er (American)
In my essay, I used the British spelling 'theatre' throughout.
我在文章中從頭到尾都使用英式拼法 theatre。
The British spelling 'theatre' is the standard in Australia and Canada.
英式拼法 theatre 在澳洲和加拿大也是標準寫法。
My teacher marked 'theater' as incorrect because she follows British English rules.
我的老師把 theater 標為錯誤，因為她遵循英式英語規則。
用法筆記
This note addresses the spelling difference only. The meaning of the word is identical in both varieties.
常見錯誤
2. a building or outdoor space where people watch plays, shows, films, or other per
劇院；電影院
演出戲劇或放映電影的建築場所
a building or outdoor space where people watch plays, shows, films, or other performances.
Keiko bought tickets for the new play at the theatre on Queen Street.
Keiko 買了皇后街劇院新戲的門票。
preposition: at the theatre
The old theatre was rebuilt after the fire and now has more seats.
那間老劇院火災後重建，現在座位更多了。
Diego took his younger sister to the theatre to watch a comedy show.
Diego 帶妹妹去劇院看喜劇表演。
There are three theatres in town, but only one shows foreign films.
鎮上有三家電影院，但只有一家放映外國片。
The outdoor theatre by the river fills with families on summer evenings.
河邊的露天劇院在夏日夜晚總是坐滿全家大小。
- playhouse
less common; often used in the names of specific theatres
- auditorium
focuses on the seating area rather than the whole building
- cinema
specifically for showing films, not live performances
文法句型
at the theatre
go to the theatre
用法筆記
Can refer to both indoor buildings and outdoor spaces (open-air theatre). In American English, a building that shows films is usually called a 'movie theater' rather than just 'theater'.
常見錯誤
3. the art or activity of writing, producing, and performing plays and other dramat
戲劇
作為藝術形式的戲劇表演與創作
the art or activity of writing, producing, and performing plays and other dramatic works.
Amara studied theatre at university and now works as a director.
Amara 大學主修戲劇，現在是一名導演。
uncountable: studied theatre
Modern theatre often explores difficult social and political questions.
現代戲劇經常探討複雜的社會與政治議題。
Fatima writes reviews about local theatre for the city newspaper.
Fatima 為市報撰寫本地戲劇評論。
Participating in school theatre helped Yuki gain confidence in public speaking.
參加學校戲劇活動讓 Yuki 在公開演講時更有自信。
Lin prefers film over theatre because of the wider range of visual storytelling.
Lin 喜歡電影勝過戲劇，因為電影的視覺敘事方式更多元。
- drama
can refer specifically to written plays rather than the full production
- stage
metonymic; focuses on the medium of live performance
- performing arts
broader term that includes dance, opera, and music
文法句型
theatre as a subject/field
用法筆記
When used in this sense, 'theatre' is uncountable and does not take an article. It includes plays, musicals, opera, dance, and other performing arts presented on a stage.
常見錯誤
4. behaviour that is exaggerated, emotional, or intended to attract attention, ofte
誇張表現
引人注意的誇張行為或戲劇性效果
behaviour that is exaggerated, emotional, or intended to attract attention, often in an insincere way.
Sofia's loud complaints were pure theatre — she was not really angry.
Sofia 的大聲抱怨根本是在演戲——她並不是真的生氣。
phrase: pure theatre
The politician's speech was full of empty theatre and offered no real solutions.
那位政治人物的演講充滿空洞的作秀，沒有提出任何實質解決方案。
collocation: empty theatre
Tariq could see through his colleague's performance; it was just theatre for the managers.
Tariq 看穿了同事的表演——那只是在主管面前做戲。
There was no need for all that theatre — a simple apology would have been enough.
沒必要搞那些誇張的把戲——簡單道個歉就夠了。
- drama
more common; can be positive or negative
- acting
implies deliberate pretence rather than natural exaggeration
- showmanship
more positive; suggests skill in entertaining an audience
- sincerity
behaviour that is genuine and not performed for others
用法筆記
Usually carries a negative or critical tone, suggesting that someone is overacting or being insincere. Common in everyday criticism of public figures, colleagues, or family members.
5. a particular area or place where important events, especially military actions o
戰區
重大事件（尤指軍事行動）發生的地區
a particular area or place where important events, especially military actions or conflicts, take place.
The Pacific theatre saw some of the most intense naval battles of the war.
太平洋戰區經歷了戰爭中最激烈的一些海戰。
collocation: [region name] + theatre
International aid agencies moved into the disaster theatre after the earthquake.
地震後，國際救援組織進入了災難區域。
The desert became a theatre of conflict between the two rival groups.
那片沙漠成了兩個敵對組織之間的衝突區域。
The region remained a quiet political theatre until the election campaign began.
在選舉活動開始前，該地區一直是一個平靜的政治舞台。
- arena
suggests a more competitive or confrontational setting
- battleground
specifically conflict-focused; narrower than 'theatre'
- field
broader; can be used in many non-military domains
文法句型
theatre of + noun
theatre for + noun
用法筆記
Most commonly used in military contexts ('theatre of war', 'theatre of operations'), but can be extended to any domain where significant events unfold, such as politics or disaster relief.