Xiaoming decided to stay in the Taipei office, for the traffic during rush hour was unbearable.(小明決定留在台北辦公室,因為尖峰時段的交通狀況令人難以忍受。)
The Hong Kong branch canceled the outdoor team building, for the weather forecast predicted heavy rain.(香港分公司取消了戶外團隊建設活動,因為天氣預報預測會有大雨。)
And
和,而且
連接相似或相關元素,表示附加或延續關係
Wang Xiaojie enjoys drinking bubble tea and eating pineapple cakes when visiting Taiwan.(王小姐在台灣旅遊時喜歡喝珍珠奶茶和吃鳳梨酥。)
The marketing team in Taipei prepared the presentation slides and rehearsed the pitch three times before the client meeting.(台北的行銷團隊在客戶會議前準備了簡報投影片,並排練了三次提案內容。)
Nor
也不
用於否定句中表示「也不」,通常與 neither 搭配或接續否定句
Chen did not attend the conference in Hong Kong, nor did he send any representative from his department.(陳先生沒有參加香港的會議,他的部門也沒有派任何代表。)
The restaurant in Ximending doesn't accept credit cards, nor does it offer online reservations.(西門町的這家餐廳不接受信用卡,也不提供線上預訂服務。)
But
但是
表示對比或轉折關係,連接相反或對立的概念
Li Xiaoming wanted to buy the apartment in Xinyi District, but the price exceeded his budget by NT$ 2 million.(李小明想買信義區的公寓,但價格超出他的預算兩百萬台幣。)
The flight from Hong Kong to Taipei was delayed, but the airline provided meal vouchers to all passengers.(從香港飛往台北的航班延誤了,但航空公司向所有乘客提供了餐飲券。)
Or
或者
表示選擇關係,提供兩個或多個選項
Would you prefer to have the meeting at the Taipei 101 office or the Neihu Science Park location?(你想在台北101辦公室還是內湖科學園區據點開會?)
Customers can pay by cash, credit card, or mobile payment apps like LINE Pay.(顧客可以使用現金,信用卡或 LINE Pay 等行動支付應用程式付款。)
Yet
然而
表示對比或出乎意料的結果,語氣比 but 更強調意外性
Zhang Xiaohui studied for the IELTS for six months, yet she only scored 5.5 on the actual test.(張小慧準備雅思考試六個月,然而她在實際測驗中只得到5.5分。)
The new restaurant in Taichung received poor reviews online, yet customers still line up for hours to get a table.(台中的這家新餐廳在網路上收到負評,然而顧客仍然排隊數小時才能得到座位。)
So
所以
表示結果或結論,說明前述原因導致的後果
The typhoon warning was issued for northern Taiwan, so all schools and offices in Taipei announced closures.(台灣北部發布颱風警報,所以台北所有學校和辦公室宣布停班停課。)
Lin Xiaomei missed the last MRT train from Ximending, so she had to take a taxi back to her apartment in Banqiao.(林小美錯過了從西門町出發的最後一班捷運,所以她必須搭計程車回到板橋的公寓。)
When Chen Xiaoming arrived at Taoyuan Airport, his family was already waiting at the arrival hall.(當陳小明抵達桃園機場時,他的家人已經在入境大廳等候。)
The Hong Kong stock market dropped significantly when the interest rate announcement was made.(當利率公告發布時,香港股市大幅下跌。)
While
當…時候(強調持續)
強調動作持續進行,常用進行式
While Wang Xiaojie was shopping at Taipei 101, her husband waited in the coffee shop on the ground floor.(當王小姐在台北101購物時,她的丈夫在一樓的咖啡店等候。)
While the team was preparing the quarterly report, the manager was meeting with clients in Tsim Sha Tsui.(當團隊準備季度報告時,經理正在尖沙咀與客戶會面。)
Before
在…之前
表示時間先後順序
Before Lin Xiaohui moved to Taipei, she had lived in Tainan for fifteen years.(在林小慧搬到台北之前,她已經在台南住了十五年。)
Before submitting the proposal to the Hong Kong office, the team reviewed it three times.(在向香港辦公室提交提案之前,團隊審查了三次。)
After
在…之後
表示時間先後順序
After Zhang finished his shift at the Xinyi District restaurant, he took the MRT home to Banqiao.(在張先生結束信義區餐廳的輪班後,他搭捷運回到板橋的家。)
After the typhoon passed through northern Taiwan, cleanup crews worked for three days to restore normalcy.(在颱風穿過台灣北部後,清理人員工作了三天才恢復正常。)
Since
自從
表示從過去某時間點持續至今,常用完成式
Since Huang Xiaoming graduated from National Taiwan University, he has been working at the same tech company in Hsinchu.(自從黃小明從台灣大學畢業後,他一直在新竹的同一家科技公司工作。)
Since the company opened its Hong Kong branch in 2015, revenue has increased by 300%.(自從公司在2015年開設香港分公司後,營收增長了300%。)
Until
直到
表示動作持續到某時間點
The Taipei office will remain closed until the typhoon warning is lifted.(台北辦公室將持續關閉直到颱風警報解除。)
Chen Xiaojie waited at the Kowloon station until her flight departure time approached.(陳小姐在九龍站等待,直到她的航班起飛時間臨近。)
As soon as
一…就…
強調緊接發生
As soon as the train arrived at Taipei Main Station, passengers rushed toward the exits.(火車一抵達台北車站,乘客就衝向出口。)
As soon as Li received the acceptance email from Hong Kong University, she called her parents with excitement.(李小姐一收到香港大學的錄取郵件,就興奮地打電話給父母。)
Once
一旦
表示條件達成後立即發生
Once you obtain your work permit for Taiwan, you can start the apartment hunting process.(一旦你取得台灣的工作許可,就可以開始找公寓的過程。)
Once the contract is signed, the Hong Kong office will transfer the first payment within 48 hours.(一旦合約簽署,香港辦公室將在48小時內轉帳第一筆款項。)
By the time
到…的時候
表示在某時間點之前已完成
By the time Wang Xiaoming reached the restaurant in Da’an District, his friends had already ordered the food.(到王小明抵達大安區餐廳時,他的朋友已經點好餐了。)
By the time the team finished the presentation, it was already past midnight in the Taipei office.(到團隊完成簡報時,台北辦公室已經過了午夜。)
2.2. 原因關係從屬連接詞(Reason)
表示因果關係中的原因部分。這些是連接詞英文有哪些中最常用於說明理由的類型:
連接詞
意思
使用時機/正式程度
例句
Because
因為
中性,口語和書面皆常用
Chen Xiaohui decided to rent an apartment near Taipei 101 because her office is located in the Xinyi business district.(陳小慧決定在台北101附近租公寓,因為她的辦公室位於信義商圈。)
The Hong Kong branch meeting was postponed because the manager had an unexpected family emergency.(香港分公司會議被延期,因為經理有突發的家庭緊急狀況。)
Since
既然,由於
較正式,常用於句首
Since Li Xiaoming has five years of experience in finance, he was offered a senior position at the Taipei headquarters.(既然李小明有五年的金融經驗,他獲得了台北總部的高級職位。)
Since the restaurant in Central Hong Kong received a Michelin star, reservations must be made three months in advance.(既然這家香港中環餐廳獲得了米其林星級,預訂必須提前三個月進行。)
As
因為
較正式,常用於書面語
As typhoons frequently affect Taiwan during summer months, many outdoor events are scheduled for autumn instead.(因為颱風在夏季經常影響台灣,許多戶外活動改為在秋季舉辦。)
As Hong Kong's property prices continue to rise, young professionals struggle to afford their first homes.(因為香港的房價持續上漲,年輕專業人士難以負擔他們的第一間房子。)
In case
以防,萬一
表示預防措施
Wang Xiaojie always carries an umbrella in case sudden rain showers occur in Taipei's unpredictable weather.(王小姐總是帶傘,以防台北變化莫測的天氣突然下雨。)
The team prepared backup presentation equipment in case technical difficulties arose during the Hong Kong client meeting.(團隊準備了備用簡報設備,以防香港客戶會議期間出現技術問題。)
2.3. 條件關係從屬連接詞(Condition)
表示假設或條件。這些連接詞用法在表達條件句時不可或缺:
連接詞英文
意思
條件類型
例句
If
如果
一般條件
If Chen Xiaoming passes the IELTS exam with a score of 7.0, he will apply for graduate programs at Hong Kong universities.(如果陳小明在雅思考試中取得7.0分,他將申請香港大學的研究生課程。)
If the Taipei office reaches its quarterly sales target, all team members will receive a performance bonus of NT$ 20,000.(如果台北辦公室達到季度銷售目標,所有團隊成員將獲得兩萬台幣的績效獎金。)
Unless
除非
否定條件(= if not)
The restaurant in Ximending will close down unless customer traffic improves in the next three months.(西門町的餐廳將會倒閉,除非未來三個月客流量改善。)
Zhang Xiaohui cannot attend the conference in Hong Kong unless her manager approves her travel budget request.(張小慧無法參加香港會議,除非她的經理批准她的差旅預算申請。)
Provided that
只要,假如
正式的條件表達
Employees can work from home on Fridays provided that they complete all assigned tasks by Thursday evening.(員工可以在週五在家工作,只要他們在週四晚上前完成所有指派任務。)
The Hong Kong office will approve the budget increase provided that the team submits a detailed cost-benefit analysis.(香港辦公室將批准預算增加,只要團隊提交詳細的成本效益分析。)
As long as
只要
強調持續條件
Wang Xiaoming can continue renting the apartment in Da'an District as long as he pays the monthly rent of NT$ 25,000 on time.(王小明可以繼續租大安區的公寓,只要他按時支付每月兩萬五千台幣的租金。)
The company will maintain its office in Tsim Sha Tsui as long as the Hong Kong market remains profitable.(公司將維持尖沙咀的辦公室,只要香港市場保持盈利。)
Both the Taipei headquarters and the Kaohsiung branch achieved record sales in the third quarter.(台北總部和高雄分公司在第三季度都創下銷售記錄。)
Chen Xiaoming is proficient in both Mandarin and Cantonese, making him valuable for cross-strait business negotiations.(陳小明精通國語和粵語,這使他在兩岸商務談判中很有價值。)
Either...or
兩者擇一
表示選擇
Customers can either dine in at the Xinyi restaurant or order delivery through the Foodpanda app.(顧客可以在信義餐廳內用餐,或透過 Foodpanda 應用程式訂購外送。)
Either Wang Xiaojie or her assistant will represent the company at the Hong Kong trade fair next month.(王小姐或她的助理將在下個月代表公司參加香港貿易展。)
Neither...nor
兩者皆非
否定兩者
Neither the manager nor the staff members were satisfied with the new office location in Neihu.(經理和員工都不滿意內湖的新辦公室位置。)
The restaurant in Tsim Sha Tsui accepts neither cash nor credit cards, only mobile payments like Alipay.(尖沙咀的餐廳既不接受現金也不接受信用卡,只接受支付寶等行動支付。)
Not only...but also
不僅...而且...
強調遞進
Li Xiaohui is not only a skilled programmer but also an experienced project manager at the Hsinchu tech company.(李小慧不僅是一位熟練的程式設計師,而且是新竹科技公司經驗豐富的專案經理。)
The typhoon not only caused power outages across northern Taiwan but also resulted in significant agricultural losses.(颱風不僅造成台灣北部大範圍停電,而且導致重大農業損失。)
Whether...or
無論是...還是...
表示無論哪種情況
The team will proceed with the Hong Kong expansion plan whether the economy improves or remains stagnant.(無論經濟改善還是停滯不前,團隊都將繼續推進香港擴張計劃。)
Zhang Xiaoming must submit the quarterly report by Friday, whether he finishes the data analysis or not.(張小明必須在週五前提交季度報告,無論他是否完成資料分析。)
As...as
和...一樣
同等比較
The cost of living in Hong Kong is as high as that in Singapore, with both cities ranking among the world's most expensive.(香港的生活成本和新加坡一樣高,兩個城市都躋身全球最昂貴城市之列。)
Wang Xiaojie works as diligently as her colleagues, often staying at the Taipei office until 9 PM.(王小姐和她的同事一樣勤奮,經常在台北辦公室待到晚上9點。)
So...that
如此...以致於...
表示程度導致結果
The queue at the famous beef noodle shop in Yongkang Street was so long that Chen Xiaoming waited for ninety minutes.(永康街知名牛肉麵店的隊伍如此之長,以致於陳小明等了九十分鐘。)
Property prices in central Hong Kong are so high that young professionals can only afford apartments in the New Territories.(香港中心區的房價如此之高,以致於年輕專業人士只能負擔新界的公寓。)
Such...that
如此...以致於...(接名詞)
強調名詞導致結果
The restaurant in Tamsui serves such delicious seafood that customers book reservations three weeks in advance.(淡水的餐廳供應如此美味的海鮮,以致於顧客提前三週預訂座位。)
The typhoon brought such heavy rainfall that several districts in New Taipei City experienced severe flooding.(颱風帶來如此大的降雨量,以致於新北市幾個區域出現嚴重水災。)
Wang Xiaojie completed her TOEIC preparation course in Taipei. In addition, she practiced speaking English with native speakers at language exchange meetups.(王小姐完成了在台北的多益準備課程。此外,她在語言交換聚會上與母語人士練習英語口說。)
The Hong Kong office increased its revenue by 35% this quarter. In addition, customer satisfaction ratings improved significantly.(香港辦公室本季營收增長35%。此外,顧客滿意度評分顯著改善。)
Additionally
另外
正式
Chen Xiaoming works full-time at the Xinyi District office; additionally, he takes evening classes at National Taiwan University.(陳小明在信義區辦公室全職工作;另外,他在台灣大學上夜間課程。)
The restaurant offers authentic dim sum. Additionally, they provide vegetarian options for health-conscious customers.(這家餐廳提供正宗點心。另外,他們為注重健康的顧客提供素食選項。)
Furthermore
除此之外,而且
非常正式
The property prices in Da'an District are extremely high. Furthermore, the availability of suitable apartments is very limited.(大安區的房價極高。除此之外,合適公寓的供應量非常有限。)
The company achieved its sales targets in Hong Kong. Furthermore, it expanded operations to three new districts in Kowloon.(公司達成了香港的銷售目標。除此之外,它將業務擴展到九龍的三個新區域。)
Moreover
此外,而且
正式
Li Xiaohui graduated with honors from National Chengchi University. Moreover, she received two job offers from Fortune 500 companies.(李小慧以優異成績從政治大學畢業。此外,她收到兩家財富500強公司的工作邀請。)
The MRT system in Taipei is efficient and affordable. Moreover, it connects all major business and residential districts.(台北的捷運系統高效且價格合理。此外,它連接所有主要商業和住宅區。)
Besides
此外
較口語
Zhang Xiaoming enjoys his job at the tech company in Hsinchu. Besides, the salary and benefits package is excellent.(張小明喜歡他在新竹科技公司的工作。此外,薪資和福利待遇很優渥。)
The night market in Shilin offers delicious street food. Besides, it's a great place to experience local Taiwanese culture.(士林夜市提供美味的街頭小吃。此外,這是體驗台灣在地文化的好地方。)
Even better
更好的是
口語
Wang Xiaojie found an apartment near her Taipei office. Even better, the rent was NT$ 5,000 below her budget.(王小姐在台北辦公室附近找到一間公寓。更好的是,租金比她的預算低五千台幣。)
The restaurant serves authentic Hong Kong-style milk tea. Even better, they offer unlimited refills.(這家餐廳供應正宗港式奶茶。更好的是,他們提供無限續杯。)
4.2. 表示對比關係的表示附加關係的連接詞英文
這些是最常用的連接詞英文,用於表達相反或對比的觀點:
轉折詞
意思
語氣強度 / 主要功能
例句
However
然而,但是
中性
Chen Xiaoming studied English for five years. However, he still struggles with business presentations in the Taipei office.(陳小明學習英文五年了。然而,他在台北辦公室做商業簡報時仍然感到困難。)
Property prices in Hong Kong are among the highest globally. However, demand continues to exceed supply.(香港的房價位居全球最高之列。然而,需求仍然超過供應。)
Nevertheless
雖然如此,然而
較強
The typhoon caused severe flooding in New Taipei City. Nevertheless, emergency services responded within thirty minutes.(颱風在新北市造成嚴重水災。雖然如此,緊急服務在三十分鐘內做出回應。)
Li Xiaohui received negative feedback on her first presentation. Nevertheless, she remained determined to improve her skills.(李小慧的第一次簡報收到負面評價。雖然如此,她仍然決心改善技能。)
Nonetheless
儘管如此
較強
The restaurant in Ximending has limited seating capacity. Nonetheless, customers are willing to wait over an hour for tables.(西門町的這家餐廳座位有限。儘管如此,顧客願意等待一小時以上才能得到座位。)
There are serious economic challenges in the region. Nonetheless, investors remain optimistic about Hong Kong's future.(該地區面臨嚴重的經濟挑戰。儘管如此,投資者對香港的未來仍保持樂觀。)
By contrast
相比之下
正式
The Taipei office focuses on innovative technology solutions. By contrast, the Kaohsiung branch specializes in traditional manufacturing.(台北辦公室專注於創新科技解決方案。相比之下,高雄分公司專精於傳統製造業。)
Wang Xiaoming prefers the fast-paced environment of Hong Kong's Central district. By contrast, his wife enjoys the quieter lifestyle in Tai Po.(王小明偏好香港中環快節奏的環境。相比之下,他的妻子享受大埔較安靜的生活方式。)
In contrast
相反地
正式
Traditional markets in Taiwan operate from dawn until noon. In contrast, modern shopping malls stay open until 10 PM.(台灣的傳統市場從黎明營業到中午。相反地,現代購物中心營業到晚上10點。)
The first quarter showed declining sales in most regions. In contrast, the Hong Kong market experienced 25% growth.(第一季度大多數地區的銷售額下降。相反地,香港市場經歷了25%的增長。)
On the other hand
另一方面
中性
Living in Xinyi District offers excellent convenience and amenities. On the other hand, the cost of living is significantly higher than other areas.(住在信義區提供優質的便利性和設施。另一方面,生活成本顯著高於其他地區。)
The job at the Hong Kong multinational offers a generous salary. On the other hand, it requires frequent international travel.(這份香港跨國公司的工作提供豐厚薪資。另一方面,它需要頻繁的國際出差。)
On the contrary
恰恰相反
強調
Zhang Xiaohui didn't find the IELTS exam difficult. On the contrary, she thought it was easier than expected.(張小慧沒有覺得雅思考試困難。恰恰相反,她認為比預期容易。)
The team didn't waste time on unnecessary meetings. On the contrary, they completed the project two weeks ahead of schedule.(團隊沒有在不必要的會議上浪費時間。恰恰相反,他們提前兩週完成了專案。)
Conversely
相反地(邏輯上)
正式
Chen Xiaoming usually arrives at the Taipei office by 7 AM. Conversely, his colleague rarely shows up before 10 AM.(陳小明通常早上7點到達台北辦公室。相反地,他的同事很少在上午10點前出現。)
High-income earners in Hong Kong face substantial tax burdens. Conversely, low-income families receive government housing subsidies.(香港的高收入者面臨沉重的稅務負擔。相反地,低收入家庭獲得政府住房補貼。)
Still
然而,仍然
口語
The project encountered numerous obstacles throughout the year. Still, the team successfully launched the product in the Hong Kong market.(這個專案全年遭遇無數障礙。然而,團隊仍成功在香港市場推出產品。)
Li Xiaoming's initial business plan was rejected by investors. Still, he persevered and eventually secured funding.(李小明最初的商業計劃被投資者拒絕。仍然,他堅持不懈,最終獲得資金。)
4.3. 表示因果關係的連接詞英文
用於說明原因與結果的邏輯關係。這些連接詞英文用法在論述文寫作中特別重要:
轉折詞
意思
正式程度 / 主要功能
例句
Therefore
所以,因此
正式
Wang Xiaojie completed her MBA at National Taiwan University. Therefore, she was promoted to regional manager at the Taipei headquarters.(王小姐完成了台灣大學的MBA學位。因此,她被升職為台北總部的區域經理。)
The company exceeded its quarterly revenue targets in Hong Kong. Therefore, all employees received performance bonuses.(公司超越了香港的季度營收目標。因此,所有員工都獲得績效獎金。)
Thus
因此
非常正式
Chen Xiaoming demonstrated exceptional leadership skills during the crisis. Thus, he was appointed as the new director of the Hsinchu branch.(陳小明在危機期間展現卓越的領導技能。因此,他被任命為新竹分公司的新任總監。)
The research findings revealed significant market opportunities in Southeast Asia. Thus, the board approved the expansion budget.(研究結果揭示東南亞有重大市場機會。因此,董事會批准了擴張預算。)
Consequently
因此,結果
正式
The typhoon disrupted transportation systems across northern Taiwan. Consequently, thousands of commuters were stranded in Taipei.(颱風破壞了台灣北部的交通系統。因此,數千名通勤者被困在台北。)
Property developers underestimated demand in Kowloon. Consequently, apartment prices surged by 40% within six months.(房地產開發商低估了九龍的需求。因此,公寓價格在六個月內飆升40%。)
As a result
結果是
中性
Li Xiaohui invested heavily in English language training. As a result, she secured a position at an international firm in Hong Kong.(李小慧在英語培訓上投入大量資金。結果是,她在香港一家國際公司獲得職位。)
The restaurant implemented stricter quality control measures. As a result, customer complaints decreased by 75%.(餐廳實施了更嚴格的品質控制措施。結果是,顧客投訴減少了75%。)
Hence
因此
正式
Zhang Xiaoming lacks the required IELTS score for admission. Hence, he enrolled in intensive English courses at a language center in Taipei.(張小明缺乏入學所需的雅思成績。因此,他在台北的語言中心註冊了英語密集課程。)
The company's profit margins have been declining steadily. Hence, management decided to restructure operations.(公司的利潤率一直在穩定下降。因此,管理層決定重組營運。)
Accordingly
因此,相應地
正式
The Hong Kong office received significantly more customer inquiries than anticipated. Accordingly, three additional customer service representatives were hired.(香港辦公室收到的顧客詢問遠超預期。因此,雇用了三名額外的客戶服務代表。)
Market research indicated strong demand for organic products in Taiwan. Accordingly, the company launched a new product line.(市場調查顯示台灣對有機產品有強勁需求。因此,公司推出了新產品線。)
Otherwise
否則
警告意味
Chen Xiaohui must submit her quarterly report by Friday. Otherwise, the project approval will be delayed.(陳小慧必須在週五前提交季度報告。否則,專案批准將被延遲。)
Customers should book reservations at least two weeks in advance. Otherwise, they may not secure tables at the popular Tsim Sha Tsui restaurant.(顧客應至少提前兩週預訂。否則,他們可能無法在熱門的尖沙咀餐廳訂到座位。)
Chen Xiaoming wanted to attend the conference in Hong Kong, _____ he couldn't get approval for the travel budget. A) and B) but C) so D) for
_____ the traffic was terrible on the Xinyi Road, Wang Xiaojie still arrived at the meeting on time. A) Because B) Despite C) Although D) However
The restaurant in Tamsui serves excellent seafood, _____ tourists visit it from all over Taiwan. A) but B) yet C) so D) for
You should leave the Taipei office now _____ you want to catch the 6 PM high-speed rail to Kaohsiung. A) if B) unless C) although D) because
Li Xiaohui studied English for five years; _____, she still struggles with business presentations. A) but B) however C) so D) and
_____ his lack of experience _____ his young age prevented Chen from getting the position at the Hong Kong branch. A) Both...and B) Either...or C) Neither...nor D) Not only...but also
The team will start the presentation _____ the Taipei manager arrives at the conference room. A) when B) while C) during D) since
The company offers competitive salaries _____ comprehensive health insurance to all employees. A) but B) and C) or D) yet
_____ Zhang Xiaoming was tired from the business trip, he attended the 9 AM meeting at the Hsinchu office. A) Despite B) Although C) However D) Because of
We need to finalize the Hong Kong expansion proposal today _____ we won't meet the board meeting deadline. A) and B) but C) or D) so
2. 練習二:填充題(Fill in the Blanks)
根據句意填入最適當的連接詞英文:
Wang Xiaojie enjoys shopping at Taipei 101, _____ her husband prefers the traditional markets in Shilin.
_____ you arrive at Taoyuan Airport two hours before departure, you should have enough time for check-in and security.
Chen Xiaoming is saving money _____ buy an apartment in the Banqiao district.
The presentation was informative _____ professionally delivered to the Hong Kong clients.
_____ the apartment in Da'an District was expensive, Lin Xiaohui still decided to rent it due to the convenient location.
Li Xiaoming didn't attend the conference _____ send any representative from his department.
You can take the MRT to Ximending, _____ you can take a taxi if you're in a hurry.
_____ I understand your concerns about the budget, I believe this Hong Kong expansion is necessary.
The team worked efficiently throughout the week, _____ they completed the project two days ahead of schedule.
You must submit your visa application _____ the deadline on Friday.
3. 練習三:句子合併(Sentence Combining)
使用適當的連接詞英文將兩個簡單句合併為一個複雜句:
The typhoon warning was issued for northern Taiwan. Most offices in Taipei announced closures.
Chen Xiaoming missed the last MRT train from Xinyi. He had to take an expensive taxi back to Banqiao.
Wang Xiaojie practices Mandarin every day. She wants to pass the TOCFL advanced level exam.
The weather forecast predicted heavy rain in Hong Kong. The outdoor wedding ceremony was moved indoors.
Li Xiaohui is hardworking. She is also creative in solving business problems.
You don't submit the report by Friday. The manager won't approve your project proposal.
The apartment in Taipei's Da'an District is expensive. It has an excellent location near the MRT station.
I will call you tomorrow morning. I will send you an email with the meeting details.
The restaurant in Tsim Sha Tsui serves authentic Cantonese cuisine. It has poor service and long waiting times.
Zhang Xiaoming left his apartment in Neihu early. He wanted to avoid the morning rush hour traffic.
4. 答案與詳解
練習一答案:
B (but - 表對比)
C (Although - 後接子句,表讓步)
C (so - 表結果)
A (if - 表條件)
B (however - 連接副詞,前需分號)
C (Neither...nor - 相關連接詞)
A (when - 表時間)
B (and - 連接相似元素)
B (Although - 後接子句表讓步)
C (or - 表否則/選擇)
練習二答案: 1. while / whereas(對比) 2. If / When(條件/時間) 3. to / in order to(目的) 4. and(附加) 5. Although / Though(讓步) 6. nor(否定的附加) 7. or(選擇) 8. Although / While(讓步) 9. so / and(結果/附加) 10. before(時間)
練習三參考答案:
1. Because the typhoon warning was issued for northern Taiwan, most offices in Taipei announced closures. / The typhoon warning was issued for northern Taiwan, so most offices in Taipei announced closures.(因為台灣北部發布了颱風警報,所以台北大多數辦公室宣布停班。)
Chen Xiaoming missed the last MRT train from Xinyi, so he had to take an expensive taxi back to Banqiao.(陳小明錯過了從信義出發的最後一班捷運,所以他必須搭昂貴的計程車回到板橋。)
Wang Xiaojie practices Mandarin every day because she wants to pass the TOCFL advanced level exam.(王小姐每天練習國語,因為她想通過華語文能力測驗高級考試。)
Because the weather forecast predicted heavy rain in Hong Kong, the outdoor wedding ceremony was moved indoors.(因為天氣預報預測香港會有大雨,所以戶外婚禮儀式改到室內舉行。)
Li Xiaohui is both hardworking and creative in solving business problems. / Not only is Li Xiaohui hardworking, but she is also creative in solving business problems.(李小慧既勤奮又善於創造性地解決商業問題。)
Unless you submit the report by Friday, the manager won't approve your project proposal.(除非你在週五前提交報告,否則經理不會批准你的專案提案。)
Although the apartment in Taipei's Da'an District is expensive, it has an excellent location near the MRT station. / The apartment in Taipei's Da'an District is expensive, but it has an excellent location near the MRT station.(雖然台北大安區的公寓很貴,但它靠近捷運站,位置很好。)
I will either call you tomorrow morning or send you an email with the meeting details.(我明天早上會打電話給你,或寄電子郵件給你會議詳情。)
While the restaurant in Tsim Sha Tsui serves authentic Cantonese cuisine, it has poor service and long waiting times.(雖然尖沙咀的餐廳供應正宗粵菜,但服務差且等候時間長。)
Zhang Xiaoming left his apartment in Neihu early so that he could avoid the morning rush hour traffic.(張小明提早離開內湖的公寓,以便能避開早上的尖峰時段交通。)
V. 連接詞英文的常見疑問(FAQ)
1. Although,Though 和 Even Though 在語氣上有差別嗎?
這三個連接詞英文都表示讓步或對比關係,但在語氣強度和正式度上有細微差異。Although 最正式,常用於學術寫作和正式場合;Though 較口語化,也可置於句尾;Even though 語氣最強,強調意外或出乎意料的對比。
範例比較:
Although property prices in Taipei increased by 20%, Chen Xiaoming still decided to purchase the apartment.(中性,正式。雖然台北房價上漲20%,陳小明仍決定購買公寓。)
Property prices in Taipei increased by 20%, though Chen Xiaoming still decided to purchase the apartment.(較口語,though 置句尾。台北房價上漲20%,陳小明仍決定購買公寓。)
Even though property prices in Taipei soared by 20%, Chen Xiaoming still decided to purchase the apartment.(強調價格大幅上漲但仍購買,語氣最強。即使台北房價飆漲20%,陳小明仍決定購買公寓。)
在英文作文連接詞選擇時,建議依寫作情境調整:正式報告用 although,日常對話用 though,需要強調對比時用 even though。
2. 句子開頭可以使用 And 或 But 嗎?
這是流傳已久的迷思。傳統語法書確實建議避免以 And 或 But 開頭,但現代英文寫作已廣泛接受這種用法,特別是在創造強調效果或營造特定節奏時。許多知名作家和新聞媒體都會使用這種手法。
範例:The Taipei office achieved record sales in Q3. And the team did it without increasing the marketing budget.(台北辦公室在第三季度創下銷售記錄。而且團隊在沒有增加行銷預算的情況下做到了這一點。)
然而,在正式學術 IELTS 考試和 TOEIC 考試中,仍建議謹慎使用。您可以用 However, Moreover, Furthermore 等連接副詞替代,既能保持專業性又能達到連接效果。這些都是連接詞英文大全中的重要選項。
3. 連接詞英文還有其他分類方式嗎?
除了語法分類(對等,從屬,相關),連接詞英文整理中的詞彙也可依功能性分類,這對實際寫作更有幫助:
表附加關係:And, Furthermore, Moreover, Besides, Additionally, In addition, Also, As well as
表對比關係:But, However, Yet, Whereas, While, On the other hand, Conversely, On the contrary, In contrast, By contrast
表因果關係:So, Therefore, Thus, Because, Since, As a result, Consequently, Hence, Accordingly, For this reason
表條件關係:If, Unless, Provided that, As long as, In case, On condition that
表時間關係:When, While, Before, After, Until, As soon as, Once, By the time, Whenever, Since
表讓步關係:Although, Though, Even though, Despite, In spite of, Regardless of, Notwithstanding
表目的關係:So that, In order that, In order to, So as to, For the purpose of
表舉例關係:For example, For instance, Such as, Including, Namely, Specifically, To illustrate