Alternatively Meaning(定義、用法、例句與發音)

alternatively

adverb

快速理解

What does "Alternatively" mean?What are 2-3 core uses of "Alternatively"?

用於提出另一個不同的選擇或可能性。

  1. 1

    提出替代方案

    EN: Used to suggest a different option instead of the one just mentioned.

    翻譯: 用於建議一個與剛才提到的選項不同的替代方案。

  2. 2

    表示另一種可能性

    EN: Used to introduce another possibility or interpretation of a situation.

    翻譯: 用於引出一種情況的另一種可能性或解釋。

  3. 3

    在兩者間選擇

    EN: Used when presenting two mutually exclusive choices, often with 'or'.

    翻譯: 用於提出兩個互斥的選項時,常與「或」連用。

小提醒:注意:"alternatively" 用於提出完全不同的「另一個」選擇,而非對原選項的補充或細化。它暗示了「要麼A,要麼B」的邏輯。

發音(How to Pronounce "Alternatively" in English

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Definitions(定義)

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1. used to introduce a different or second possibility

用於引出另一個或不同的可能性

You can take the bus, or alternatively, you could walk.

你可以搭公車,或者,你也可以選擇走路。

We could go to the cinema tonight. Alternatively, we could stay in and watch a movie.

我們今晚可以去看電影。或者,我們也可以待在家裡看電影。

2. in a way that offers a choice between two or more things

以提供兩個或更多選擇的方式

The software can be purchased with a one-time fee, or alternatively, through a monthly subscription.

這款軟體可以一次性付費購買,或者,也可以選擇按月訂閱。

The problem can be solved using method A. Alternatively, method B might be more efficient.

這個問題可以用方法A解決。或者,方法B可能更有效率。

3. used to suggest a different interpretation or perspective

用於提出不同的解釋或觀點

He seemed angry, or alternatively, he might have just been very focused.

他看起來很生氣,或者,也可能只是非常專注。

The data suggests a decline in sales. Alternatively, it could indicate a shift in market trends.

數據顯示銷售額下降。或者,這也可能意味著市場趨勢的轉變。

Grammar & Patterns(句型)

What are common sentence patterns for "Alternatively"?How to make natural sentences with "Alternatively"?
PatternMeaningExample
alternatively作為另一種選擇;或者We can take the train. Alternatively, we could drive. (我們可以搭火車。或者,我們也可以開車。)
alternatively, ...換個方式說;換言之The data suggests a decline, or alternatively, a period of stabilization. (數據顯示出下降,換言之,是一個穩定期。)
... or alternatively ...... 或者另一種選擇是 ...You can pay by credit card, or alternatively, we accept bank transfer. (你可以用信用卡付款,或者另一種選擇是,我們也接受銀行轉帳。)

用法說明

How is "Alternatively" different from similar structures?What usage mistakes are common with "Alternatively"?

alternatively 與 or 的用法區別

  • alternatively 用於提出一個與前述選項完全不同的替代方案,語氣較正式,常暗示兩個選項是互斥的。
  • or 則是一般性的連接詞,用於連接任何選擇項,語氣較隨意,不一定暗示互斥。
  • 在正式寫作或需要強調方案對比時,使用 alternatively 會比只用 or 更精確。

對比例句: EN: You can take the train. Alternatively, you could drive. 翻譯: 你可以搭火車。或者,你也可以開車去。

EN:You can take the train or drive.

翻譯:你可以搭火車或開車去。

總結建議

在正式或學術寫作中,當需要明確提出一個對比性的替代方案時,建議使用 alternatively 來取代簡單的 or

易混淆對比

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alternatively vs instead

兩者皆可表達替代方案,但 "alternatively" 語氣較正式且用於提出另一種完整選項;"instead" 則直接取代原有事物,語氣較直接。

alternatively vs otherwise

"alternatively" 提出一個中性的替代選項;"otherwise" 則常帶有「否則會發生負面後果」的警告意味。

alternatively vs on the other hand

"alternatively" 用於提出一個替換的作法或選擇;"on the other hand" 則用於呈現對比或不同的觀點,兩者通常並存以供考量。

口語用法

How is "Alternatively" used in spoken English?What is the spoken vs formal difference for "Alternatively"?

引述

在口語中,常用來引述或轉述另一個選項,語氣較為隨意。 EN: Alternatively, you could just take the bus if the train is too crowded. 翻譯: 或者,如果火車太擠,你乾脆搭公車也行。

EN:We can meet at the cafe. Alternatively, I can come to your office if that's easier.

翻譯:我們可以在咖啡廳碰面。或者,如果方便的話,我也可以去你辦公室。

語氣強調

用於強調前後選項的對比,常伴隨停頓或語調變化。 EN: You could finish the report today... alternatively, you could hand it in tomorrow—no big deal. 翻譯: 你可以今天把報告寫完… 不然,你明天再交也行——沒關係啦。

EN:We could order pizza. Alternatively—and this is just a thought—we could try that new Thai place.

翻譯:我們可以點披薩。或者——這只是個想法——我們也可以試試那家新開的泰式餐廳。

停頓填充

在思考或組織句子時,作為停頓的填充詞,類似「嗯… 或者說」。 EN: I think we should go left... alternatively, maybe right is faster? 翻譯: 我覺得我們應該左轉… 呃,或者說,右轉可能比較快?

EN:The best time to call would be after 3 PM. Alternatively... actually, mornings might work too.

翻譯:最好的通話時間是下午三點後。或者… 其實,早上可能也可以。

注意:在正式書寫(如學術論文、商業報告)中,應避免將 "alternatively" 用作停頓填充詞,以保持文句的簡潔與嚴謹。

常見短語

What common collocations use "Alternatively"?What fixed phrases with "Alternatively" should I remember?

alternatively, you can

Alternatively, [clause]

或者,你可以...

or alternatively

[Option A] or alternatively [Option B]

或者,另一個選擇是

as an alternative

As an alternative, ...

作為一個替代方案

think alternatively

to think alternatively

換個方式思考

use alternatively

to use [something] alternatively

交替使用

alternatively, if

Alternatively, if [condition], ...

或者,如果...

offer alternatively

to offer [something] alternatively

提供另一個選擇

常見錯誤

What are common mistakes with "Alternatively"?Which "Alternatively" sentences look correct but are wrong?

×We have an alternatively plan.

We have an alternative plan.

「alternatively」是副詞,用來連接句子或提出另一個選項,不能修飾名詞。修飾名詞時應使用形容詞「alternative」。

×You can study hard. Alternative, you might fail the exam.

You can study hard. Alternatively, you might fail the exam.

「alternative」是名詞或形容詞,不能單獨用來連接兩個句子。當要開始一個新句子來提出另一個可能性或選擇時,應使用副詞「Alternatively」作為句子開頭的連接詞。

×He didn't call. Alternatively, he sent a text message.

He didn't call. Instead, he sent a text message.

「alternatively」用於提出一個不同的、可供選擇的方案,通常用於計劃或建議的上下文。當描述一個實際發生的、取代了原先預期行動的單一事件時,應使用「instead」。

×Alternatively we could postpone the meeting.

Alternatively, we could postpone the meeting.

當「alternatively」用於句首來引導一個對比或選擇時,其後通常需要加逗號,以標明這是個引導整句的副詞,使句子結構更清晰。

×You can choose tea, or alternatively, coffee.

You can choose tea or coffee. / Alternatively, you could have juice.

在簡單的「A or B」並列選擇中,使用「alternatively」是多餘的。"alternatively" 更適合用於引導一個全新的、與前文並列的句子或選項,而不是在同一個句子中與「or」連用。

詞形變化

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