1. a vehicle that can fly, such as an airplane or helicopter
能夠飛行的交通工具，例如飛機或直升機
The military deployed several aircraft to the region.
軍方派遣了數架航空器前往該地區。
All aircraft must be inspected before takeoff.
所有航空器在起飛前都必須接受檢查。
Aircraft Meaning（定義、用法、例句與發音）
aircraft
noun
快速理解
What does "Aircraft" mean?What are 2-3 core uses of "Aircraft"?
指任何能在空中飛行或運作的機器，通常為可載人或載貨的交通工具。
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泛指飛行器
EN: any vehicle that can fly, such as an airplane or helicopter
翻譯: 泛指任何能夠飛行的交通工具，例如飛機或直升機。
- 2
軍用航空器
EN: military vehicles designed for combat or support missions in the air
翻譯: 專指為空中作戰或支援任務設計的軍用飛行器。
- 3
民用航空器
EN: civilian vehicles used for passenger transport, cargo, or recreation
翻譯: 指用於客運、貨運或休閒活動的民用飛行器。
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集合名詞用法
EN: used as a collective term for all types of flying machines
翻譯: 作為集合名詞，統稱所有類型的飛行機器。
小提醒：注意："aircraft" 的單複數同形，例如 "one aircraft" 和 "two aircraft"，不要加 "s"。
發音（How to Pronounce "Aircraft" in English）
How to pronounce "Aircraft" in English?"Aircraft" US vs UK pronunciation
點擊下方的 US / UK 按鈕可播放發音。
Real-life Examples of "Aircraft" from YouTube Videos
Lee Hotz: Inside an Antarctic time machine
TED
“This past season they manhandled them across the ice to waiting aircraft.”
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Definitions（定義）
What are the definitions of "Aircraft"?How does "Aircraft" change by context?
2. machines or vehicles capable of flight, considered collectively
能夠飛行的機器或交通工具的總稱
The new regulations apply to all civilian aircraft.
新規定適用於所有民用航空器。
The company manufactures parts for various types of aircraft.
這家公司為各種類型的航空器製造零件。
3. a specific airplane or flying vehicle, especially in military or technical contexts
特指某架飛機或飛行器，尤用於軍事或技術語境
The damaged aircraft managed to make an emergency landing.
那架受損的航空器成功進行了緊急迫降。
They tracked the enemy aircraft on their radar.
他們在雷達上追蹤敵方航空器。
Grammar & Patterns（句型）
What are common sentence patterns for "Aircraft"?How to make natural sentences with "Aircraft"?
| Pattern | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| aircraft + verb (e.g., lands, flies, takes off) | 飛行器 + 動詞 | The aircraft landed safely at the airport. (這架飛行器安全降落在機場。) |
| aircraft + noun (e.g., carrier, engine, manufacturer) | 飛行器 + 名詞 | The aircraft engine requires regular maintenance. (這台飛行器引擎需要定期維護。) |
| by aircraft | 透過飛行器；搭飛機 | Supplies were delivered by aircraft. (補給品透過飛行器運送。) |
| an aircraft | 一架飛行器 | They spotted an aircraft on the radar. (他們在雷達上發現一架飛行器。) |
| military / commercial / private aircraft | 軍用／商用／私人飛行器 | The airshow featured various military aircraft. (這場航空展展示了各式軍用飛行器。) |
用法說明
How is "Aircraft" different from similar structures?What usage mistakes are common with "Aircraft"?
aircraft 的單複數形式
- aircraft 本身是集合名詞，其單數和複數形式相同，都是
aircraft。 - 在正式或技術語境中，通常不使用
aircrafts作為複數形式。 - 若要強調數量，需搭配量詞，例如：one aircraft（一架航空器）、two aircraft（兩架航空器）、several aircraft（數架航空器）。
- 在非正式口語中，有時會聽到
aircrafts，但這被視為不標準的用法。
對比範例： EN: The airline has added a new aircraft to its fleet. 翻譯: 這家航空公司為其機隊新增了一架飛機。
EN:There are three military aircraft flying in formation.
翻譯:有三架軍用飛機正在編隊飛行。
總結建議
建議始終使用 aircraft 作為單複數形式，並搭配量詞來明確表示數量。
易混淆對比
What is the difference between "Aircraft" and similar words?How to choose "Aircraft" vs alternatives?
aircraft vs airplane
「aircraft」是所有飛行器的總稱，涵蓋範圍廣；「airplane」特指有固定機翼、由引擎驅動的飛機，是「aircraft」的一種。
aircraft vs aircraft carrier
「aircraft」指飛行器本身；「aircraft carrier」是搭載並供飛機起降的大型軍艦。
aircraft vs spacecraft
「aircraft」在大氣層內飛行；「spacecraft」專為太空旅行設計，在大氣層外航行。
口語用法
How is "Aircraft" used in spoken English?What is the spoken vs formal difference for "Aircraft"?
引述
在對話中，當引述或轉述他人關於飛機的談話時，常用「aircraft」來保持資訊的準確性。 EN: He kept saying, "The new aircraft is incredibly quiet." 翻譯: 他一直說：「這架新飛機安靜得令人難以置信。」
EN:She asked me, "How many aircraft does the airline operate?"
翻譯:她問我：「這家航空公司營運多少架飛機？」
語氣強調
為了強調飛機的規模、技術或特殊性，會重讀「aircraft」或在其前加上修飾語。 EN: That is not just any plane; it's a military aircraft. 翻譯: 那可不是隨便一架飛機；那是一架軍用飛機。
EN:We're talking about a next-generation aircraft here.
翻譯:我們這裡談論的可是下一代飛機。
停頓填充
在組織思維或尋找合適詞彙時，說話者可能會用「aircraft...」作為短暫的停頓填充詞。 EN: The main challenge was... aircraft maintenance logistics. 翻譯: 主要的挑戰是…飛機的後勤維護。
EN:They focused on the, uh, aircraft's fuel efficiency.
翻譯:他們專注於，呃，飛機的燃油效率。
正式寫作注意：在正式報告或學術寫作中，應避免使用口語中的停頓填充（如「uh」）及過於隨意的引述方式。應直接、明確地使用「aircraft」一詞，並保持句子結構完整。例如，應寫成「The maintenance of the aircraft is critical.」，而非口語化的「So, the aircraft... its maintenance is key.」。
常見短語
What common collocations use "Aircraft"?What fixed phrases with "Aircraft" should I remember?
military aircraft
adjective + aircraft
軍用飛機
commercial aircraft
adjective + aircraft
商用飛機
aircraft carrier
aircraft + noun
航空母艦
light aircraft
adjective + aircraft
輕型飛機
to board an aircraft
verb + aircraft
登上飛機
aircraft engine
aircraft + noun
飛機引擎
unmanned aircraft
adjective + aircraft
無人駕駛飛機
常見錯誤
What are common mistakes with "Aircraft"?Which "Aircraft" sentences look correct but are wrong?
×There are many aircrafts at the airport.
✓There are many aircraft at the airport.
"Aircraft" is both singular and plural. Adding "-s" to make it plural is incorrect. This is similar to words like "sheep" or "deer."
×He is pilot of an aircraft.
✓He is the pilot of an aircraft.
When referring to a specific role or position (like "pilot of an aircraft"), the definite article "the" is usually required. The indefinite article "an" is used before "aircraft" because it starts with a vowel sound.
×The military uses many different airplanes, including helicopters and drones.
✓The military uses many different aircraft, including helicopters and drones.
"Aircraft" is the broader, correct term that includes all vehicles that can fly (airplanes, helicopters, gliders, drones, etc.). "Airplane" (or aeroplane) refers specifically to fixed-wing aircraft. Use "aircraft" when talking about the general category.
×The aircraft are landing on the runway.
✓The aircraft is landing on the runway.
When "aircraft" is used as a singular noun (referring to one vehicle), it takes a singular verb ("is"). It only takes a plural verb ("are") when it is clearly referring to multiple vehicles. The context of "on the runway" suggests one aircraft is landing.
×The aircraft's wing was damaged.
✓The aircraft's wing was damaged. (or "The wing of the aircraft was damaged.")
The original sentence is grammatically correct. The common mistake is thinking that "aircraft" cannot take the possessive 's because it might sound like a plural. However, both singular and plural forms of "aircraft" are "aircraft," so the possessive for a singular aircraft is "aircraft's." For clarity, learners can also use the "of the" construction.
詞形變化
What are the word forms of "Aircraft"?What are tense/participle forms of "Aircraft"?