cost control / cutthroat成本管控 / 扣死當(指通過積極降低成本以最大化盈利能力的做法,往往以品質或員工福祉為代價。)
The company's cutthroatapproach to cost control resulted in layoffs and reduced product quality.(該公司對成本控制的“扣死當”方法導致裁員和產品品質下降。)
cost performanceratio成本性價比(CP值)
The cost performanceratio of the new smartphone is excellent, as it offers high-qualityfeatures at a relatively low price.(這款新智能手機的成本性能比很高,以相對較低的價格提供高品質的功能。)
price competition價格競爭
The retailindustry is highly competitive, with companies engaging inintenseprice competition to gain market share.(零售業競爭激烈,企業進行激烈的價格競爭以獲得市場份額。)
a vicious cycle惡性迴圈
The company's financial struggles created a vicious cycle, as reduced revenueled to cost-cutting measures, which resulted in decreased product quality and customer dissatisfaction, further impacting sales.(該公司的財務困境產生了一個惡性循環,因為收入減少導致削減成本措施,進而降低了產品品質和客戶不滿,進一步影響銷售。)
Blue Ocean Strategy藍海策略(一種商業方法,專注於創造無競爭的市場空間和創新的價值主張,而非在現有的市場空間(紅海)中進行競爭,那裡的競爭非常激烈。)
Our company is implementing a Blue Ocean Strategy by developing unique products that cater to unmet customer needs.(我們公司正在實施藍海策略,開發獨特的產品以滿足未被滿足的客戶需求。)
The company is committed tosustainabledevelopment by implementingeco-friendlymanufacturingprocesses and supporting social responsibilityinitiatives.(該公司致力於可持續發展,透過貫徹環保的製造流程和鼓勵社會責任的措施來實現。)
"blue ocean" organization藍海型企業
Tesla is considered a "blue ocean" organization, as it revolutionized the electric car industry with its groundbreakinginnovations.(特斯拉被認為是一個「藍海」組織,因為它使用具突破性的創新改變了電動車行業。)
The automotiveindustry in developed countries is an example of existingmaturemarket, where companies focus on product differentiation to maintain their market share.(已發展國家的汽車行業就是現有成熟市場的一個例子,企業著重於產品差異化以維持其市場份額。)
The telecommunicationsindustry is characterized by imperfectcompetition, with a few major players dominating the market and engaging instrategic pricing and differentiation strategies.(電信行業以不完全競爭為特徵,少數幾家主要企業主宰市場,並採取戰略定價和差異化策略。)
找到藍海,帶來高額報酬(Finding a blue ocean brings high returns)
執行藍海策略的公司不但很可能改變整個產業的遊戲規則,也能為投資者帶來高額報酬,因此聰明投資人要學會找到這類公司,另外,在生活中也要學著觀察潛在的需求,或許你就是找到下一個藍海的人。It's important to observe potential needs as you might be the person who discovers the next blue ocean.
英文小貼士:
semiconductor industry半導體產業
The semiconductor industry has experiencedrapidgrowthdue to the increasing demand for advancedtechnology in consumer electronics.(由於消費電子產品對先進技術的需求增加,半導體產業經歷了快速增長。)
chips晶片(晶片在科技領域中指的是用於在電子設備中執行特定功能的集成電路 (IC)。)
The new smartphone model boasts faster performance and advancedfeaturesdue to its powerful chips.(由於擁有強大的晶片,這款新型智能手機具有更快的性能和先進的功能。)
high returns高報酬
The real estateinvestmentprovidedhigh returns for the investors, with property values doubling within a few years.(房地產投資為投資者帶來了高回報,在幾年內房價翻倍。)
investors投資者
The company attracted a group of angel investors who provided funding for its startupphase.(該公司吸引了一群天使投資者,為其創業階段提供資金支持。)
【用興趣學英文。把英文變興趣】Turn English into your interest!!
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✔ 結帳可享「熊贈點 (查詢)」或「折價券(查詢)」折抵二擇一。
✔ 以低於 3 折加購嚴選好書。
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Words in Use
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strategy
[ˋstrætədʒɪ]
n. 策略,謀略
We’re working on new marketing strategies for the product.
我們正在為這項產品研擬新的行銷策略。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 3
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ratio
[ˋreʃo]
n. 比例
高中 Level 5
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vicious
[ˋvɪʃəs]
a. 殘忍的,惡毒的
=
brutal
=
malicious
Why do you have to be so vicious? Can’t you just say something kind?
你為什麼非得要這般惡毒呢?你就不能說點友善的話嗎?
多益金色
英檢中高
高中 Level 5
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competition
[͵kɑmpəˋtɪʃən]
n. 競爭(不可數);比賽(可數);(生意上競爭的) 同行(集合名詞,不可數,之前置定冠詞 the)
Thirty students are incompetition with each other for the tennis championship.
30 名學生競相爭奪網球比賽冠軍。
Connie is the youngest contestant in the swimming competition.
康妮是游泳比賽中最年輕的參賽者。
Our prices are always lower than those of the competition.
我們的價格總是比同行來得低。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 4
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intense
[ɪnˋtɛns]
a. 強烈的
=
strong
=
powerful
Mary’s anger towards her husband was too intense for her to forgive him.
瑪莉對她丈夫的恨意強烈到她無法原諒他。
I can’t stand the intense heat waves during the summer.
我無法忍受夏日強烈的熱浪。
多益金色
英檢中級
高中 Level 4
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retail
[ˋritel]
adv. 以零售方式
n. & vt. & vi. 零售
Many young people will gain early work experience in retail or in a restaurant.
許多年輕人會初步在零售業或餐廳獲得工作經驗。
Best Buy is a major chain in the US that retails home electronics and computer products.
百思買是美國主要的連鎖店,零售販賣家電和電腦產品。
This perfume retails at $50 a bottle, but you can buy it here for just $40.
這罐香水零售價是一瓶 50 美元,但在這裡買只要40美元。
Our store buys products from the factory and earns a profit by selling them at a higher retail price.
本店向工廠購買產品,再以較高的零售價出售它們以賺取利潤。
The stereo Trevor bought retail cost US$300, but it is on sale at a cheaper price online.
崔佛買的音響零售價為 300 美元,但現在網路上的特賣價更低。
多益金色
英檢中高
高中 Level 5
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industry
[ˋɪndəstrɪ]
n. 工業(不可數);行業(可數)
Industry in this small country has been developing quickly in recent years.
近年來,這小國工業的發展很迅速。
The fashion industry would be an interesting one to get into.
從事時裝業會很有意思。
高中 Level 2
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constantly
[ˋkɑnstəntlɪ]
adv. 經常地
The teacher repeated the point three times because it's a mistake that students constantly make.
老師重複那個要點三次,因為那是學生經常犯的錯誤。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 3
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lower
[ˋloɚ]
adj. 下方的,底部的
vt. 降低
My lower back hurts. Could I just take a rest?
我的下背疼痛。我可以休息一下嗎?
Mary’s friends felt that she was lowering her standards when she agreed to marry Peter.
瑪麗同意嫁給彼得時,她的朋友認為她在降低標準。
多益綠色
英檢中級
高中 Level 2
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competitive
[kəmˋpɛtətɪv]
a. 競爭的
The boss admired Brian’s competitive spirit.
老闆很賞識布萊恩的競爭精神。
John became a college student through the highly competitive entrance examination.
約翰通過競爭激烈的入學考試成為大學生。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 4
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edge
[ɛdʒ]
vt. 給……加上邊
n. 邊緣;刀鋒
Phoebe put some lace around the edge of the gift box.
菲碧在禮物盒的邊緣黏上蕾絲。
My father sharpened the edge of the knife before he cut the meat.
我父親切那塊肉之前先將刀鋒磨利。
The company is on the edge of bankruptcy.
該公司快要破產了。
The players were on edge before the game.
賽前球員們都很緊張。
The square was edged with flowers and trees.
那座廣場四周都種了花朵與樹木。
多益綠色
英檢初級
高中 Level 2
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approach
[əˋprotʃ]
vt. & vi. 接近
n. 方法
The dogcatchers approached the dangerous dog with caution.
捕犬員小心翼翼地接近那隻危險的狗。
According to the weather forecast, a typhoon is fast approaching.
根據氣象預報,有颱風正快速接近中。
The best approach to learning English is to read English articles out loud and watch English TV programs.
學習英文的最佳途徑是大聲朗誦英文文章和看英文電視節目。
高中 Level 2
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lay-off
[ˈleˌɔf]
n. 臨時解僱,裁員
The lay-off of that competent young man caused panic in the company.
那個稱職的年輕人被裁員一事,造成公司內部的恐慌。
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quality
[ˋkwɑlətɪ]
n. 品質(不可數);特徵 / 性(可數)
That shirtis of highquality, and the price is reasonable.
那件襯衫品質很好,價格又合理。
What do you think is the most important quality of a good teacher?
你認為好老師最重要的特質是什麼?
多益綠色
英檢初級
高中 Level 2
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excellent
[ˋɛks!ənt]
adj. 傑出的,出色的
The brave young man is an excellent soldier.
那位英勇的年輕人是一位傑出的戰士。
高中 Level 1
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feature
[fitʃɚ]
vt. 以……為特色;主打(特色、功能等)
n. 特徵,特色
=
characteristic
=
trait
What are the features of your new smartphone?
你的新手機有什麼特色?
This book features the beauty of nature.
這本書以大自然的美為主題。
This book highlights the beauty of nature.
這本書以大自然的美為主題。
The singer’s new album features a song written by a famous Japanese songwriter.
這位歌手的新專輯主打一首知名日本作曲家所寫的歌。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 2
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relatively
[ˋrɛlətɪvlɪ]
adv. 相對地,蠻
It was quite cold yesterday, but it is relatively hot today.
昨天很冷,不過今天相對較熱。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 1
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struggle
[ˋstrʌg!]
vi. 奮 / 努力
n. 奮 / 努力;難事
The small nation’s struggle for independence finally bore fruit two years ago.
這個小國為了獨立所做的努力終於在 2 年前有了成果。
Climbing up the mountain was a struggle, but I’m glad I finally reached the summit.
爬山真是件難事,但我很高興我最後終於攻頂了。
There are many families struggling to survive on low incomes.
有許多家庭靠著微薄的收入努力過活。
The puppy was struggling for breath because its
collar was too tight.
那隻小狗因為項圈太緊而呼吸困難。
多益藍色
英檢初級
高中 Level 2
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revenue
[ˋrɛvə͵nju]
n. (政府)稅收;(公司)收入
The government has a huge need for tax revenue.
政府有強大的稅收需求。
多益金色
英檢中高
高中 Level 5
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measure
[ˋmɛʒɚ]
n. 度量單位;衡量標準
vt. 測量;衡 / 估量;尺寸(或數量等)為……
Help me measure the length of this table.
幫我量桌子的長度。
We can’t measure a writer’s success in terms of book sales.
我們不能以書籍銷售數字來衡量一個作家的成就。
This room measures 30 square meters.
這個房間的大小為 30 平方公尺。
Without hard work, you can’t measure up to your parents’ expectations.
你若不努力就不能達到你父母的期望。
A yard is a measure of length.
碼是一種長度的度量單位。
Age is not an accurate measure of maturity.
年齡並非衡量成熟度的精確標準。
多益藍色
英檢初級
高中 Level 2
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dissatisfaction
[͵dɪssætɪsˋfækʃən]
n. 不滿,不平
All employees expressed great dissatisfaction with the company’s new rules.
所有員工都對公司的新規定表達強烈不滿。
A good leader should always pay attention to any signs of dissatisfaction.
好的領導者要能隨時注意任何不滿的徵兆。
高中 Level 4
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further
[ˋfɝðɚ]
adj. 更進一步的,更多的
adv. 更進一步
vt. 增進
Visit our website for further information.
如需更多資訊請上我們的網站。
Justin said he didn’t want to talk about it any further.
賈斯汀說他不想再談這件事了
To further his English ability, Simon took more classes.
為了進一步提升他的英語能力,西蒙上了更多課程。
高中 Level 2
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sustainable
[səˋstenəb!]
a. 可維持的;可持續的
Experts doubted that the rapid increase in the stock market was sustainable and warned values would likely decline soon.
專家懷疑股市快速上漲是否能維持,並警告股價可能很快會下跌。
Solar and wind power are two examples of sustainable energy resources that have become more common over the years.
太陽能和風能是兩個這幾年來越見普遍的永續能源例子。
高中 Level 5
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market
[ˋmɑrkɪt]
n. 市場
vt. 行銷
This market is open every morning until noon.
這個市場每天從早上營業到中午。
This new product will soon beon the market.
這個新產品很快就會上市。
They wanted to market the product for people aged twenty to thirty.
他們想要將這項產品銷售給 20 到 30 歲的人。
多益棕色
英檢初級
高中 Level 1
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development
[dɪˋvɛləpmənt]
n. 發展;(研製)開發;(事情的)進展
Economic development is our top priority now. 發展經濟是我們的當務之急。
The development of the medicine took many years. 開發這藥物花了好幾年的時間。
The company’s success was due to its investment in research and development.
這公司會成功是因為其在研發方面的投資。
I’ll keep you posted on the latest developments.
230 我會向你通報最新的進展。
多益綠色
英檢中級
高中 Level 2
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organization
[͵ɔrgənəˋzeʃən]
n. 組織(可數);籌辦(不可數)
Greenpeace is a famous non-profit organization.
綠色和平組織是一個有名的非營利組織。
We need volunteers to help with the organization of the event.
我們需要志工幫忙籌辦此次活動。
多益綠色
英檢初級
高中 Level 2
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existing
[ɪgˋzɪstɪŋ]
adj. 現行的,現有的
The existing law needs to be changed. 現行的法律需要修訂。
多益藍色
英檢中高
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mature
[məˋtjʊr]
adj. 成熟的
vi. 成熟
You’re already a mature adult, so you should make a decision by yourself.
你已經是一個成熟的大人了,所以你應該自己做決定。
Girls usually mature earlier than boys.
女孩子通常比男孩子早熟。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 2
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imperfect
[ɪmˋpɝfɪkt]
a. 不完美的
英檢高
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multiple
[ˋmʌltəp!]
a. 多重的,眾多的
Darren’s latest album consists of multiple versions of the same songs.
戴倫的最新專輯收錄了相同歌曲的許多版本。
多益金色
英檢中級
高中 Level 4
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compete
[kəmˋpit]
vi. 競爭
No computer can compete with this one in terms of speed.
說到速度,沒有一臺電腦能比得上這臺。
There will be 50 basketball teams competing for the championship.
將有 50 支籃球隊角逐冠軍寶座。
多益綠色
英檢中級
高中 Level 3
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fiercely
[ˋfɪrslɪ]
adv. 強烈地
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implement
[ˋɪmpləˌmɛnt]
vt. 實施
The authorities concerned have implemented a plan to help control traffic.
有關當局已實施了一項計畫來協助管制交通。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 5
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eco-friendly
[ˋiko͵frɛndlɪ]
adj. 環保的
This eco-friendly method is a win-win situation for everyone.
這項環保方案對大家而言都是雙贏的局面。
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manufacture
[͵mænjəˋfæktʃɚ]
vt. & n. (用機器大量)生產,製造
=
produce
The manufacture of newspapers requires a lot of wood pulp. 製造報紙需要許多木漿。
Our company manufactures electronic devices.
我們公司生產電子儀器。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 4
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process
[ˋprɑsɛs]
vt. 處理
n. 過程
I’m afraid getting things changed will be a slow process.
事情要改變恐怕會是一個緩慢的過程。
We’re still in the process of conducting a market survey.
我們尚在做市場調查中。
It will take about 3 weeks to process your application. 處理您的申請約要 3 星期的時間。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 3
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support
[səˋport]
vt. 支持;供養
n. 支持(不可數)
My father has always supported me in whatever I want to do.
不論我想做什麼,我父親總是支持我。
Duke supports his family by working as a food delivery man.
杜克靠做食物外送員來養家。
The policy never gained much public support.
這項政策從未得到大眾的大力支持。
多益綠色
英檢初級
高中 Level 2
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responsibility
[rɪ͵spɑnsəˋbɪlətɪ]
n. 責任 (與介詞 for 並用)
You should take responsibility for what you’ve done.
你應該對自己做過的事負責。
You should be responsible for what you’ve done.
你應該對自己做過的事負責。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 3
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initiative
[ɪˋnɪʃətɪv]
n. 自發性,進 取心(不可數);主動(權);倡議,新措施(新方案)
a. 開始的
Part of Mike’s problem is that he lacks initiative.
麥克一部分的問題出在他缺乏進取心。
The US took the initiative in repairing relations with Canada.
美國主動與加拿大修復關係。
One of the initiatives that the government began last year was to build more shelters for homeless people.
政府去年開始實施的其中一項措施是建造更多收容所給遊民。
多益金色
英檢中高
高中 Level 5
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revolution
[͵rɛvəˋluʃən]
n. 革命;(星球)運行,公轉
=
rotation
There is a revolution taking place in that country.
那個國家正發生一場革命。
One revolution of the Earth around the sun takes a year.
地球繞太陽運轉一圈要花一年的時間。
多益藍色
英檢中級
高中 Level 4
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groundbreaking
[ˋgraʊnd͵brekɪŋ]
a. 開創性的
This is a groundbreaking idea. It will change the world.
這是個開創性的想法。它將改變這個世界。
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innovation
[͵ɪnəˋveʃən]
n. 創新(不可數)
Innovation is the key to success in the fast-changing business world.
在這個瞬息萬變的商場上,創新是成功的關鍵。
多益金色
英檢中高
高中 Level 5
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automotive
[͵ɔtəˋmotɪv]
adj. 汽車的
What do you think of this automotive supplier?
你認為這家汽車供應商如何?
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maintain
[menˋten]
vt. 保持;維修保養;堅稱
Our team maintained the lead until the end.
我們的隊伍一直到終場都保持領先。
Such a large yard is hard to maintain.
這麼大的院子很難維護。
The man maintained that he didn’t steal the woman’s purse.
男子堅稱他沒有偷那位婦人的手提包。
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英檢初級
高中 Level 2
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telecommunications
[ˌtɛləkəˌmjunə`keʃənz ]
n. . 電信 / 訊(恆用複數,不可數)
Companies that specialize in traditional telecommunications have suffered due to increased
use of internet communication tools such as LINE
and Zoom.
由於越來越多人使用如『賴』和 Zoom 等網路通訊工具,專
門從事傳統電信業務的公司受到了影響。
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characterize
[ˋkærəktə͵raɪz]
vt. 描繪……的特性;具有……的特色(常用被動語態)
Scenes of rural life characterized the painter’s early works.
該畫家早期畫作的特徵是農村生活景象。
The author characterizedhis protagonist as confident and ambitious.
作者把他的主角描繪成一位有自信且野心勃勃的人。
This dictionary is characterized as being reader-friendly and comprehensive.
這本字典的特色是易讀與內容豐富。
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dominate
[ˋdɑmə͵net]
vt. 統治,支配;(山脈或建築物)俯瞰、在⋯⋯中佔主要地位、對⋯⋯有壓倒優勢
=
rule
The strong animal dominated the weak animal.
這隻強壯的動物支配那隻弱小的動物。
The big mountain dominates the landscape.
這座大山俯瞰四周的景色。
The house on the hilltop dominates the whole valley.
山頂上的這間房子可俯瞰整座山谷。
The house on the hilltop overlooks the whole valley.
山頂上的這間房子可俯瞰整座山谷。
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strategic
[strəˋtidʒɪk]
a. 戰略
South and Central Asia are regions of great strategic importance.
南亞和中亞是戰略上極為重要的區域。
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chip
[tʃɪp]
vt. 撞成碎片
n. 碎片,屑片;電腦晶片;賭注籌碼
三態
chip / chipped [tʃɪpt] / chipped [tʃɪpt]
The detective found some chips of wood on the floor.
那位偵探在地板上找到了一些木屑。
Peter looks very much like his father. He is indeed a chip off the old block.
彼得跟他爸爸很像,簡直就是一個模子刻出來似的。
Our computer uses the smallest silicon chip ever invented.
我們的電腦使用有史以來最小的晶片。
Dennis chipped his tooth when he fell down.
丹尼斯跌倒時撞碎了一顆牙。
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return
[rɪˋtɝn]
vt. 歸還;回應 / 報
vi. 返回,回到
n. 返回;歸還;回應 / 報
When will you return to Taiwan?
你什麼時候會回臺灣?
You should return the book to the library by Friday.
你要在星期五以前把這本書還給圖書館。
My mom told me that when someone helped me, I also had to return the favor.
我媽告訴我,當有人幫助我時,我也必須回報。
No one knows the date of Owen’s return from France.
沒人知道歐文從法國回來的日期。
All the old man wanted was the safe return of his expensive violin.
那老人只想要他那昂貴的小提琴平安歸來。
I gave Martin a watch in return for his help.
我給馬丁一隻手錶以回報他的幫忙。
On Mandy’s birthday, Tom wished her many happy returns.
在曼蒂生日當天,湯姆祝她長命百歲。
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investor
[ɪnˋvɛstɚ]
n. 投資者
The government will offer tax incentives to attract more foreign investors.
政府將提供租稅優惠鼓勵措施以吸引外國的投資者。
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experience
[ɪkˋspɪrɪəns]
n. 經驗(不可數);經歷(可數)
vt. 體驗,經歷
Those applying for this position should have over three years’ work experience.
申請這個職位的人必須有 3 年以上的工作經驗。
I traveled to Italy last year, and it was a great experience.
我去年到義大利旅行,那是個很棒的經歷。
Ted experienced a lot of difficulties during the war.
泰德在戰爭期間經歷了很多困難。
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rapid
[ˋræpɪd]
adj. 迅速的
=
fast
John’s rapid advancement in the company has been because of his hard work.
約翰在公司內可快速升遷是由於他很努力工作。
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growth
[groθ]
n. 成長,生長
=
grow
There has been a steady growth in Amber’s business over the past 10 years.
266 過去 10 年來,安柏的事業一直穩定成長。
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高中 Level 2
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advanced
[ədˋvænst]
a. 先進的;進階的;年高的
This digital camera is the most advanced model on the market.
這臺數位相機是市面上最先進的機種。
This dictionary is for advanced learners of English.
這本字典適用於進階的英文學習者。
Mrs. Anderson died at an advanced age.
安德森太太高齡過世。
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technology
[tɛkˋnɑlədʒɪ]
n. 科技
Perhaps we have put too much faith in the power of technology.
或許我們太過相信科技的力量了。
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英檢中級
高中 Level 2
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electronics
[ɪlɛkˋtrɑnɪks]
n. 電子學
The development of Korea’s electronics industry should be attributed to supportive government policies.
韓國電子業的發展應該要歸功於政府政策的支持。
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boast
[bost]
vt. 以擁有……而自豪
vi. 自誇
n. 自誇;引以為榮的事物
That little girl likes to boast about her brother’s abilities.
那個小女孩喜歡吹噓她哥哥的能力。
The small town boasts the best hotel in the world.
這小鎮以擁有世上最棒的飯店自豪。
When Justin told me how far he could run, I knew it was just an empty boast.
賈斯汀告訴我他可以跑多遠時,我知道他只是在瞎吹牛。
It is Sophie’s proud boast that she has been to every country in Europe.
蘇菲去過歐洲每一個國家這件事讓她引以為傲。
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高中 Level 4
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performance
[pɚˋfɔrməns]
n. 表演;表現
The famous actress gave a great performance in the play last night.
那位知名的女演員昨晚在舞臺劇中有精彩的演出。
I'm pleased that my son's academic performance is very good.
我兒子的功課很好,這令我滿意。
= I'm pleased that my son does well in school.
我兒子的功課很好,這令我滿意。
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高中 Level 3
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investment
[ɪnˋvɛstmənt]
n. 投資
Ryan lost a lot of money by making a poor investment in that lousy company.
萊恩在那家爛公司做了不好的投資,損失了不少錢。
My father is going to buy some gold as an investment.
我爸爸準備購買一些黃金作為投資。
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provide
[prəˋvaɪd]
vt. 提供
I’ll provide you with everything you need for the mission.
我會提供你這項任務中所需的一切。
I bought a lot of canned food to provide against the coming typhoon.
我買了很多罐頭食物,為即將來襲的颱風做準備。
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property
[ˋprɑpɚtɪ]
n. 財產(不可數);特性(可數)
=
quality
=
possessions
They lost all their property in the fire.
他們在這場大火中失去了所有財產。
One property of diamonds is hardness.
堅硬是鑽石的一項特性。
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高中 Level 3
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double
[ˋdʌb!]
adj. 雙倍的
vt. 使加倍
n. 極相似的人
adv. 雙 / 加倍地
I’ll give you double pay for working overtime.
你加班我會付你雙倍薪水。
The boss was surprised when the new employee asked him to double his salary.
這位新進員工要求將薪資加倍時,老闆吃了一驚。
Sam is the double of his father.
山姆是他父親的翻版。
I have been charged double for this item.
這商品我被收了雙倍的價錢。
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attract
[əˋtrækt]
vt. 吸引;引起……的注意或興趣
The new policy attracted attention from minorities.
這項新政策引起弱勢族群的關切。
I must admit that I’m very attracted to David.
我必須承認我對大衛十分著迷。
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英檢中級
高中 Level 3
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startup
[ˈstɑrtˌʌp]
adj. 新創的 & n. 新創公司
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phase
[fez]
n. 階段,時期 & vt. 分段實行、(月亮的)盈虧;階段
=
stage
We’re entering a new phase in communication technology.
我們正進入傳播科技的新階段。
Many teachers agreed to phase in this book as a basic textbook for students.
很多老師同意逐步採用此書,作為學生的基本教材。
With new technology, society has generally phased radios out.
隨著新科技的發展,社會逐漸淘汰收音機。
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高中 Level 5
Practical Phrases
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a vicious circle
惡性循環
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result in...
引起 / 導致……
= contribute to
= lead to
= give rise to
Sometimes, hesitation can result in missed opportunities.
有時候,猶豫不決會造成錯失良機。
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lead to...
導致……
= contribute to
= result in
= bring about
The driver's carelessnessled to the accident.
駕駛員的粗心導致這起意外。
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engage in + N/V-ing
從事某事
The two sides engaged in peace talks.
雙方從事和平談判。
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market share
市場佔有率
What are some ways to improve our market share significantly?
有什麼方法能顯著地增加我們的市佔率?
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be committed to...
致力於……
The new research center iscommitted to finding a cure for AIDS.
這家新的研究中心致力於找出治療愛滋病的方法。
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be considered / thought to be..
被認為是……
Mike is considered/ thought to be the best carpenter
in town.
麥可被認為是鎮上最棒的木匠。
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an electric car
電動車
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focus... on N/V-ing
專注於…… 將⋯⋯集中在⋯⋯
Don't bother Al. He is focused on his work.
別打擾艾爾。他正專心工作。
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a few (+ 複數名詞)
一些(……)
I have only invited a few people.
我只邀請了一些人。
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due to + N/V-ing
因為……;由於……
= because of...
Jim was absent from work yesterday due to illness.
吉姆昨天因生病而沒來上班。
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real estate
房地產
By investing in real estate, Tom made a huge fortune.
湯姆投資房地產賺翻了。
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a group of...
一群......
Asmall group of students lined up at the bus stop.