生物多樣性指地球上所有生命形式的種類、變異及其生態系統的複雜性。
物種多樣性
EN: The variety of different species of plants, animals, and microorganisms in a particular region or on Earth.
翻譯: 指在特定區域或地球上，不同植物、動物和微生物物種的豐富程度。
遺傳多樣性
EN: The genetic variation within a single species, which is crucial for adaptation and survival.
翻譯: 指單一物種內部的遺傳變異，對於物種的適應與生存至關重要。
生態系統多樣性
EN: The diversity of ecosystems, such as forests, coral reefs, and wetlands, and their interactions.
翻譯: 指森林、珊瑚礁、濕地等不同生態系統的種類及其相互作用的複雜性。
概念與價值
EN: A concept highlighting the importance of biological variety for ecosystem health, resilience, and human well-being.
翻譯: 一個強調生物多樣性對生態系統健康、恢復力及人類福祉重要性的概念。
小提醒：「Biodiversity」是一個不可數名詞，通常不直接使用複數形式。在中文中，它是一個整體概念，常與「保護」、「維護」、「喪失」等動詞搭配使用。
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Real-life Examples of "Biodiversity" from YouTube Videos
Ian Goldin: Navigating our global future
TED
“The collapse in biodiversity, climate change, pandemics, financial crises: these will be the currency that we will think about, And so a new awareness will have to arise of how we deal with these, how we mobilize ourselves in a new way and come together as a community to manage systemic risk.”
1. the variety of plant and animal life in a particular habitat or ecosystem
特定棲息地或生態系統中植物和動物生命的多樣性
The tropical rainforest is renowned for its incredible biodiversity.
熱帶雨林以其驚人的生物多樣性而聞名。
Protecting coral reefs is crucial for maintaining marine biodiversity.
保護珊瑚礁對於維持海洋生物多樣性至關重要。
2. the existence of a wide variety of species and genetic variation within those species
物種內存在廣泛的物種多樣性和遺傳變異
Genetic biodiversity within a population helps it adapt to environmental changes.
族群內的遺傳生物多樣性有助於其適應環境變化。
The loss of biodiversity can make ecosystems more vulnerable to diseases.
生物多樣性的喪失會使生態系統更容易受到疾病的侵害。
3. a measure of the health and resilience of an ecosystem
衡量生態系統健康和復原力的指標
High biodiversity often indicates a stable and thriving ecosystem.
高生物多樣性通常表示一個穩定且繁榮的生態系統。
Scientists use biodiversity as a key indicator when assessing environmental impact.
科學家在評估環境影響時，將生物多樣性作為一個關鍵指標。
4. the subject of conservation efforts and environmental policy aimed at protecting species and habitats
保護物種和棲息地的保育工作和環境政策的主題
The new legislation focuses on preserving biodiversity in national parks.
新立法重點在於保護國家公園內的生物多樣性。
International agreements often include commitments to halt biodiversity loss.
國際協議通常包含阻止生物多樣性喪失的承諾。
| Pattern | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| biodiversity + of + [place] | ...的生物多樣性 | The biodiversity of the Amazon rainforest is unparalleled. (亞馬遜雨林的生物多樣性是無與倫比的。) |
| preserve / protect + biodiversity | 保護/維護生物多樣性 | We must take action to protect biodiversity. (我們必須採取行動來保護生物多樣性。) |
| loss of biodiversity | 生物多樣性的喪失 | The loss of biodiversity is a major environmental concern. (生物多樣性的喪失是一個重大的環境問題。) |
| high / rich + biodiversity | 高/豐富的生物多樣性 | Coral reefs are known for their rich biodiversity. (珊瑚礁以其豐富的生物多樣性而聞名。) |
| threaten + biodiversity | 威脅生物多樣性 | Pollution and deforestation threaten global biodiversity. (污染和森林砍伐威脅著全球的生物多樣性。) |
EN:There is a remarkable biodiversity in this small coral reef ecosystem.
翻譯:在這片小小的珊瑚礁生態系統中，存在著驚人的生物多樣性。
一般來說，提及某個具體地點（如森林、國家公園）的生物多樣性時，使用 biodiversity of 或 biodiversity in 皆可，但若強調其為該地的固有特性，使用 of 更為精準。
biodiversity vs ecology
「biodiversity」專指生物多樣性，即物種、基因與生態系統的豐富程度；「ecology」則指生態學，是研究生物與環境關係的科學領域。
biodiversity vs biology
「biodiversity」指特定範圍內生物種類與變異的豐富度；「biology」是生物學，泛指研究所有生命現象的廣泛科學。
biodiversity vs species richness
「biodiversity」涵蓋基因、物種到生態系統等多層次多樣性；「species richness」僅指一個區域內物種的數量多寡。
在對話中，當引述或轉述他人關於生態的觀點時，常用來引入話題。 EN: She was talking about the biodiversity in that region and how it's under threat. 翻譯: 她當時在談論那個地區的生物多樣性，以及它如何受到威脅。
EN:So I heard him say, "We need to protect biodiversity at all costs."
翻譯:所以我聽到他說：「我們必須不惜一切代價保護生物多樣性。」
在表達擔憂、驚嘆或強調重要性時，會加重語氣或使用副詞修飾。 EN: The biodiversity there is absolutely incredible—you have to see it for yourself. 翻譯: 那裡的生物多樣性簡直令人難以置信—你得親眼去看看。
EN:We're literally losing biodiversity every single day, and it's terrifying.
翻譯:我們幾乎每天都在失去生物多樣性，這真的很可怕。
在組織思緒或尋找合適詞語時，可能用作短暫的停頓點，後面再接具體說明。 EN: The main issue, biodiversity... well, it's more complex than just saving a few species. 翻譯: 主要的問題，生物多樣性…嗯，它比只是拯救幾個物種要複雜得多。
EN:When you think about the environment—biodiversity, I mean—it connects to everything.
翻譯:當你想到環境—我是說生物多樣性—它與一切都息息相關。
正式寫作注意：在學術或正式報告中，應避免上述口語化的停頓、引述語氣或過度強調的副詞（如 "literally"），建議使用更精確、客觀的表述，例如 "The rapid decline in biodiversity necessitates immediate conservation measures."（生物多樣性的迅速下降需要立即採取保護措施。）
biodiversity loss
noun + noun
生物多樣性喪失
protect biodiversity
verb + noun
保護生物多樣性
biodiversity hotspot
noun + noun
生物多樣性熱點
rich biodiversity
adjective + noun
豐富的生物多樣性
threat to biodiversity
noun + preposition + noun
對生物多樣性的威脅
biodiversity conservation
noun + noun
生物多樣性保育
maintain biodiversity
verb + noun
維持生物多樣性
×The biodiversity of the forest is very high.
✓The biodiversity in the forest is very high.
When referring to biodiversity existing within a specific area or ecosystem, use 'in' rather than 'of'. 'Of' is more abstract, while 'in' indicates location.
×We need to protect the biodiversity.
✓We need to protect biodiversity.
'Biodiversity' is usually used as an uncountable noun when referring to the general concept. Do not use the definite article 'the' unless referring to a specific instance previously mentioned or defined.
×The biodiversity is decreasing.
✓Biodiversity is decreasing.
Similar to the previous rule, when making a general statement about the state of biodiversity globally or as a concept, do not use the definite article 'the'.
×There are many biodiversities in the world.
✓There is great biodiversity in the world. / The world has many biodiverse regions.
'Biodiversity' is an uncountable noun. It cannot be pluralized. To express the idea of multiple areas with high biodiversity, use phrases like 'biodiverse regions' or 'areas of high biodiversity'.
×The company's project will affect the local biodiversity.
✓The company's project will affect local biodiversity.
When 'biodiversity' is modified by an adjective like 'local', 'global', or 'marine', it typically does not take the definite article 'the', unless you are specifying a previously mentioned or particularly defined instance.
×Loss of biodiversity is a big problem.
✓The loss of biodiversity is a major problem.
When referring to the specific concept of 'loss of biodiversity' as a known global issue, the definite article 'the' is often used. Also, 'major' or 'significant' is more formal and precise than 'big' in academic or serious contexts.