1. paying close attention to something or someone
專注的，注意的
The students were very attentive during the lecture.
學生們在講座期間非常專心。
An attentive driver can avoid many accidents.
一個專注的司機可以避免許多事故。
Attentive Meaning（定義、用法、例句與發音）
attentive
adjective
快速理解
What does "Attentive" mean?What are 2-3 core uses of "Attentive"?
形容人專注、留意或對他人體貼周到。
- 1
專注的
EN: paying close attention to something
翻譯: 對某事非常專心、仔細留意。
- 2
留意的
EN: listening or watching carefully
翻譯: 仔細聆聽或觀察。
- 3
體貼的
EN: considerate of the needs of others
翻譯: 對他人的需求考慮周到、關懷備至。
小提醒：注意：形容人體貼時，常用於「attentive to someone's needs」的結構，而非直接加受詞。
發音（How to Pronounce "Attentive" in English）
How to pronounce "Attentive" in English?"Attentive" US vs UK pronunciation
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“Everybody applauded politely. The faces in the audience were very serious and attentive.”
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Definitions（定義）
What are the definitions of "Attentive"?How does "Attentive" change by context?
2. considerate and thoughtful of others' needs
體貼的，關懷的
He was very attentive to his elderly grandmother.
他對年邁的祖母非常體貼。
The hotel staff were exceptionally attentive to all our requests.
飯店員工對我們所有的要求都特別關照。
3. showing careful attention to detail
細心的，周到的
Her attentive editing improved the manuscript significantly.
她細心的編輯使手稿有了顯著的改善。
The restaurant is known for its attentive service and fine cuisine.
這家餐廳以其周到的服務和精緻的菜餚而聞名。
Grammar & Patterns（句型）
What are common sentence patterns for "Attentive"?How to make natural sentences with "Attentive"?
| Pattern | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| be attentive to + noun | 對…專注、留意 | The staff were very attentive to the guests' needs. (工作人員非常留意客人的需求。) |
| be attentive in + noun (e.g., class, meeting) | 在…中專心 | She is always attentive in class. (她在課堂上總是很專心。) |
| attentive + noun | 細心的、體貼的… | He is an attentive listener. (他是一位細心的聆聽者。) |
| keep a + noun + attentive | 保持…專注 | The teacher's story kept the children attentive. (老師的故事讓孩子們保持專注。) |
用法說明
How is "Attentive" different from similar structures?What usage mistakes are common with "Attentive"?
attentive to + noun vs. attentive to + verb-ing
- attentive to + noun 是最常見的結構，表示對某人或某事物（名詞）給予關注、體貼或留意。
- attentive to + verb-ing 則強調對「某個動作或過程」保持專注或留意。這種用法較為少見，且通常用於較正式的書面語。
- 在大多數日常情境中，使用 attentive to + noun 即可清晰表達意思。 EN: She is very attentive to her guests' needs. 翻譯: 她對賓客的需求非常體貼周到。
EN:The student was attentive to following the complex instructions.
翻譯:這位學生專注於遵循複雜的指示。
總結建議
建議優先使用「attentive to + 名詞」的結構，這是最自然且最常見的表達方式。
易混淆對比
What is the difference between "Attentive" and similar words?How to choose "Attentive" vs alternatives?
attentive vs careful
「attentive」強調對人或細節的關注與留心；「careful」則更廣泛地指做事謹慎、避免錯誤。
attentive vs observant
「attentive」側重於持續的關注與回應；「observant」強調善於觀察和注意到細節。
attentive vs considerate
「attentive」指行為上的關注與留心；「considerate」則指體貼、為他人著想的內在品質。
口語用法
How is "Attentive" used in spoken English?What is the spoken vs formal difference for "Attentive"?
引述
在重複或引述他人的話時，用來表示「你剛剛說要專心，對吧？」。 EN: So you're saying we need to be more attentive to the details? 翻譯: 所以你的意思是我們需要對細節更「attentive」一點？
EN:She kept emphasizing "attentive" during the briefing.
翻譯:她在簡報中一直強調「attentive」這個詞。
語氣強調
單獨使用或加重語氣，以強調專注、留心的狀態。 EN: You need to be attentive—seriously, don't miss anything. 翻譯: 你得保持「attentive」——說真的，別漏掉任何事。
EN:Attentive! That's the key word for today's session.
翻譯:「Attentive」！這是今天會議的關鍵字。
停頓填充
在思考或組織語句時，作為暫時的填充詞。 EN: The service was... attentive, yeah, very good actually. 翻譯: 那服務算是…「attentive」吧，對，其實非常好。
EN:We should be more, um, attentive to each other's needs.
翻譯:我們應該更，嗯，「attentive」於彼此的需求。
正式寫作注意：在正式書寫中（如報告、論文），應避免直接插入英文單字或使用上述口語填充方式。請使用完整、正式的對應中文詞彙（如「專注的」、「細心的」、「周到的」）來表達。
常見短語
What common collocations use "Attentive"?What fixed phrases with "Attentive" should I remember?
attentive to
attentive to [noun/pronoun]
對...細心、留意
attentive listener
an attentive listener
專注的聆聽者
attentive service
attentive service
周到、細心的服務
attentive audience
an attentive audience
專注的觀眾/聽眾
attentive care
attentive care
細心的照料
attentive staff
attentive staff
細心周到的員工
attentive parent
an attentive parent
細心關注的父/母親
常見錯誤
What are common mistakes with "Attentive"?Which "Attentive" sentences look correct but are wrong?
×He is very attentive on his work.
✓He is very attentive to his work.
形容詞 'attentive' 的正確介系詞搭配是 'to'，表示對某人或某事專注。使用 'on' 是常見的介系詞錯誤。
×Please be more attentively during the lecture.
✓Please be more attentive during the lecture.
'attentive' 是形容詞，用來修飾名詞或與 be 動詞連用。'attentively' 是副詞，用來修飾動詞。此處需要形容詞來描述主語的狀態。
×He is an attentive person who always listens careful.
✓He is an attentive person who always listens carefully.
動詞 'listens' 需要副詞來修飾，因此應使用 'carefully'。'attentive' 在此修飾名詞 'person'，用法正確，但句子後半部分有副詞錯誤。
×The waiter provided an attentive service for us.
✓The waiter provided attentive service for us.
名詞 'service' 在此為不可數名詞，泛指服務行為，前面通常不加不定冠詞 'an'。應直接使用 'attentive service'。
×She is attentive to make sure everyone is comfortable.
✓She is attentive, making sure everyone is comfortable.
'attentive' 作為形容詞，不直接接不定詞 'to make'。可以使用分詞構句 'making...' 或改寫為 'She is attentive and makes sure...' 來表達伴隨的動作或結果。
×I am very attention in class.
✓I am very attentive in class.
'attention' 是名詞，不能直接與 'am' 連用來描述狀態。應使用形容詞 'attentive' 來表示「專心的」。這是混淆詞性的常見錯誤。
詞形變化
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