1. in the space separating two things or people
在（兩者）之間
The cat is sleeping between the two pillows.
貓咪正睡在兩個枕頭之間。
She sat between her parents.
她坐在她的父母之間。
Between Meaning（定義、用法、例句與發音）
between
preposition
快速理解
What does "Between" mean?What are 2-3 core uses of "Between"?
表示兩者或多者之間的位置、時間、關係或選擇。
- 1
空間位置
EN: The river flows between the two mountains.
翻譯: 這條河流在兩座山之間。
- 2
時間區間
EN: The meeting is scheduled between 2 PM and 4 PM.
翻譯: 會議安排在下午兩點到四點之間。
- 3
關係或比較
EN: There is a strong bond between the two friends.
翻譯: 這兩位朋友之間有著深厚的情誼。
- 4
選擇或分配
EN: You have to choose between these two options.
翻譯: 你必須在這兩個選項之間做出選擇。
小提醒：注意：'between' 通常用於兩者之間，而 'among' 用於三者或以上。但在表示多個個體之間兩兩的關係或明確分組時，仍可使用 'between'。
發音（How to Pronounce "Between" in English）
How to pronounce "Between" in English?"Between" US vs UK pronunciation
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Definitions（定義）
What are the definitions of "Between"?How does "Between" change by context?
2. in the period of time separating two events or points in time
在（兩段時間）之間
I'll call you between 3 and 4 o'clock.
我會在3點到4點之間打電話給你。
The shop is closed between Christmas and New Year.
這家店在聖誕節和新年之間是關閉的。
3. used to show a connection or relationship involving two or more parties
（表示兩者或多者之間的關係、聯繫）
There is a strong bond between the twins.
這對雙胞胎之間有著強烈的羈絆。
The agreement was made between the three companies.
這項協議是由三家公司之間達成的。
4. shared by or involving two or more people or things
由…所共有；涉及…之間
They divided the money between themselves.
他們把錢在彼此之間分了。
We need to choose between these two options.
我們需要在這兩個選項之間做出選擇。
5. indicating a range, amount, or level that is within two limits
介於（兩個數量、程度或界限）之間
The temperature is between 20 and 25 degrees.
溫度介於20到25度之間。
The project will cost between five and ten thousand dollars.
這個專案的成本將介於五千到一萬元之間。
Grammar & Patterns（句型）
What are common sentence patterns for "Between"?How to make natural sentences with "Between"?
| Pattern | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| between + A + and + B | 在 A 與 B 之間（兩者） | The bank is between the post office and the supermarket. (銀行在郵局和超市之間。) |
| between + plural noun/pronoun | 在…之間（多個個體） | The secret must remain between us. (這個秘密必須保持在我們之間。) |
| choose/decide/distinguish between + A + and + B | 在 A 與 B 之間選擇/決定/區分 | It's hard to choose between the two options. (在這兩個選項之間做選擇很困難。) |
| the difference/distinction between + A + and + B | A 與 B 之間的差異/區別 | What's the main difference between these two models? (這兩個型號之間的主要差異是什麼？) |
| a relationship/connection between + A + and + B | A 與 B 之間的關係/聯繫 | There is a strong connection between diet and health. (飲食和健康之間有很強的聯繫。) |
| somewhere between + X + and + Y | 介於 X 和 Y 之間（大約） | The repair will cost somewhere between $100 and $150. (修理費用大約在 100 到 150 美元之間。) |
| come/stand/be placed between + A + and + B | 來到/站在/被放置於 A 與 B 之間 | She came between the two arguing friends to stop the fight. (她介入兩位爭吵的朋友之間以阻止爭執。) |
用法說明
How is "Between" different from similar structures?What usage mistakes are common with "Between"?
between X and Y vs between X or Y
- between X and Y 是唯一正確的結構，用於連接兩個或多個明確的項目或端點。
- between X or Y 是常見的錯誤用法，在標準英語中不被接受。介系詞
between要求使用and作為連接詞。 - 當涉及兩個以上的項目時，
between通常仍與and配對，連接最後兩個項目（例如：between A, B, and C）。
對比例句： EN: The secret is hidden between the desk and the wall. 翻譯: 秘密藏在書桌和牆壁之間。
EN:The secret is hidden between the desk or the wall.
翻譯:秘密藏在書桌或牆壁之間。
對比例句： EN: You must choose between coffee, tea, and water. 翻譯: 你必須在咖啡、茶和水之間做選擇。
EN:You must choose between coffee, tea, or water.
翻譯:你必須在咖啡、茶或水之間做選擇。
總結建議
請務必使用 between...and... 的結構，避免使用 between...or...。
易混淆對比
What is the difference between "Between" and similar words?How to choose "Between" vs alternatives?
between vs among
between 用於兩者之間或明確的個體之間；among 用於三個或以上群體之間，或不明確的群體之中。
between vs amongst
between 與 amongst 的區別類似於 between 與 among，amongst 是 among 較為古舊或文學的變體。
between vs in between
between 主要作介系詞；in between 常作副詞片語，表示在中間的位置或狀態。
口語用法
How is "Between" used in spoken English?What is the spoken vs formal difference for "Between"?
引述
在轉述對話或想法時，用來標示引述的內容範圍。 EN: He was like, "Choose between this and that," and I was so confused. 翻譯: 他當時說：「在這和那個之間選一個，」我整個一頭霧水。
EN:She kept thinking between "should I go?" and "maybe I shouldn't."
翻譯:她一直在「我該去嗎？」和「也許我不該去」之間糾結。
語氣強調
用於口語中強調選擇的有限性或兩難處境，常伴隨重音或手勢。 EN: It's just between you and me, okay? Don't tell anyone. 翻譯: 這就只是你我之間的事，好嗎？別告訴任何人。
EN:You have to decide between now and tomorrow—no more delays.
翻譯:你必須在現在和明天之間做出決定——不能再拖了。
停頓填充
在思考或組織語言時，用作短暫的停頓填充詞，引出接下來的選項。 EN: The difference is... between... well, quality and price, I guess. 翻譯: 差別在於…介於…嗯，我想是品質和價格之間吧。
EN:We can meet... between... Monday and Wednesday?
翻譯:我們可以約在…介於…星期一和星期三之間？
正式寫作注意：在正式書寫或報告中，應避免將「between」用作停頓填充詞，並確保其引導的結構完整清晰，而非口語化的零碎句式。
常見短語
What common collocations use "Between"?What fixed phrases with "Between" should I remember?
between you and me
between [person A] and [person B]
僅限你我之間（表示私下、保密）
choose between
choose between [option A] and [option B]
在...之間做選擇
difference between
difference between [X] and [Y]
...之間的差異
caught between
caught between [situation A] and [situation B]
陷入...與...之間的兩難處境
somewhere between
somewhere between [X] and [Y]
介於...與...之間（某處）
read between the lines
read between the lines
體會言外之意
torn between
torn between [choice A] and [choice B]
在...與...之間難以抉擇
常見錯誤
What are common mistakes with "Between"?Which "Between" sentences look correct but are wrong?
×The meeting is between 2 to 4 PM.
✓The meeting is between 2 and 4 PM.
在英文中，'between' 必須搭配 'and' 來連接兩個項目，不能使用 'to'。'between A and B' 是固定結構。
×We shared the cake between us three.
✓We shared the cake among the three of us.
'between' 通常用於兩者之間或明確的個體之間。當涉及三個或以上、且視為一個群體而非明確的個體時，應使用 'among'。
×There is a strong relationship between each department.
✓There is a strong relationship between the departments.
'between' 用於表示兩個或多個明確、分開的實體之間的關係。'each' 強調個體，與 'between' 的語意衝突。應直接使用複數名詞。
×The temperature is between 20-25 degrees.
✓The temperature is between 20 and 25 degrees.
在正式書寫中，'between' 後應使用 'and' 連接數字，而非連字號 (-)。連字號常用於表示範圍的簡寫（如 20-25 degrees），但與 'between' 連用時不正確。
×You have to decide between go or stay.
✓You have to decide between going and staying.
'between' 作為介系詞，後面必須接名詞、代名詞或動名詞 (V-ing)。不能接原形動詞。
詞形變化
What are the word forms of "Between"?What are tense/participle forms of "Between"?