1. to come together to form one mass or whole
合併；融合；結合成一體
The small droplets coalesced into a single large drop of water.
小水滴融合成了一顆大水珠。
Over time, the separate communities coalesced into a unified town.
隨著時間推移，分散的社區融合成了一個統一的城鎮。
Coalesce Meaning（定義、用法、例句與發音）
coalesce
verb
快速理解
What does "Coalesce" mean?What are 2-3 core uses of "Coalesce"?
coalesce 意指不同部分或群體結合、融合成一個整體。
- 1
結合為一體
EN: to come together to form one group or substance
翻譯: （不同的部分或群體）結合、融合成一個整體。
- 2
聯合行動
EN: to unite for a common end
翻譯: （為共同目標）聯合起來，結成聯盟。
- 3
逐漸成形
EN: to arise from the combination of distinct elements
翻譯: （想法、計畫等）由不同元素逐漸融合而形成。
小提醒：coalesce 強調的是從分離狀態「逐漸」或「自然地」結合為一個更緊密、統一的整體，過程比簡單的「結合」更為有機與完整。
發音（How to Pronounce "Coalesce" in English）
How to pronounce "Coalesce" in English?"Coalesce" US vs UK pronunciation
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Real-life Examples of "Coalesce" from YouTube Videos
Arthur Ganson: Moving sculpture
TED
“And they would coalesce for just a moment so you could perceive that there was a chair there.”
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Definitions（定義）
What are the definitions of "Coalesce"?How does "Coalesce" change by context?
2. to unite for a common end
（為共同目標）聯合起來
Various opposition groups coalesced to challenge the ruling party.
各個反對團體聯合起來挑戰執政黨。
The activists coalesced around the issue of climate change.
活動人士圍繞氣候變遷議題聯合了起來。
3. to arise from the combination of distinct elements
（由不同元素）結合而產生
A clear plan began to coalesce from our initial discussions.
一個清晰的計畫開始從我們最初的討論中成形。
Her artistic style coalesced from a blend of Eastern and Western influences.
她的藝術風格融合了東西方影響而逐漸成形。
Grammar & Patterns（句型）
What are common sentence patterns for "Coalesce"?How to make natural sentences with "Coalesce"?
| Pattern | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| coalesce into + noun | 融合成… | The scattered groups coalesced into a single, powerful organization. (分散的團體融合成一個強大的組織。) |
| coalesce around + noun | 圍繞…凝聚 | The opposition parties finally coalesced around a common candidate. (反對黨最終圍繞一位共同的候選人凝聚起來。) |
| noun + coalesce | …融合/合併 | Over time, the two ideas coalesced. (隨著時間推移，這兩個想法融合了。) |
| coalesce + adverb | 以…方式融合 | The factions coalesced quickly to face the external threat. (各派系迅速融合以面對外部威脅。) |
用法說明
How is "Coalesce" different from similar structures?What usage mistakes are common with "Coalesce"?
coalesce into vs. coalesce around
- coalesce into 強調不同部分最終合併、融合成一個單一、統一的整體或實體。焦點在於合併的結果。
- coalesce around 強調不同的人或團體圍繞著一個共同的想法、人物或目標團結、凝聚起來。焦點在於凝聚的核心。
- 兩者皆為正式用語，但
coalesce around在政治或社會運動的語境中更為常見。 EN: The scattered protests eventually coalesced into a nationwide movement. 翻譯: 零散的抗議活動最終匯聚成了一場全國性的運動。
EN:Opposition groups coalesced around the charismatic leader.
翻譯:反對派團體圍繞著那位魅力型領袖凝聚了起來。
總結建議
使用 coalesce into 描述事物合併成一個新整體，使用 coalesce around 描述人群圍繞一個核心凝聚。
易混淆對比
What is the difference between "Coalesce" and similar words?How to choose "Coalesce" vs alternatives?
coalesce vs merge
「coalesce」強調不同元素自然、有機地結合，形成一個統一整體，過程較抽象或漸進；「merge」則更通用，指兩個或多個事物結合，過程可能更直接、主動。
coalesce vs unite
「coalesce」側重於不同部分自發或自然地結合為一個新實體；「unite」強調為共同目的或目標而聯合，主動性更強。
coalesce vs consolidate
「coalesce」指不同事物結合形成新整體；「consolidate」側重於加強、鞏固已結合的事物，使其更穩固、高效。
口語用法
How is "Coalesce" used in spoken English?What is the spoken vs formal difference for "Coalesce"?
引述
在口語中，當引述或轉述他人關於合併、團結的觀點時，常用「coalesce around」來表示群體意見逐漸趨同。 EN: People are starting to coalesce around the idea of a community garden. 翻譯: 大家開始逐漸認同興建社區花園這個想法。
EN:I heard the different departments finally coalesced into a single team for the project.
翻譯:我聽說各部門最後合併成一個團隊來執行這個專案。
語氣強調
在對話中，為了強調從分散到統一的轉變過程，會用「really coalesce」或「finally coalesce」來加強語氣。 EN: The team's vision didn't really coalesce until the last meeting. 翻譯: 團隊的願景直到最後一次會議才真正凝聚起來。
EN:All these random ideas finally coalesced into a solid plan.
翻譯:所有這些零散的想法最終融合成了一個可靠的計畫。
停頓填充
在思考或組織語句時，有時會用「coalesce, you know...」或「start to coalesce」作為短暫的停頓，引出後續的結論或觀察。 EN: Our thoughts on the matter began to coalesce, and we realized we needed a new approach. 翻譯: 我們對這事的想法開始成形，然後意識到我們需要一個新方法。
EN:The feedback from users is starting to coalesce into a clear pattern of needs.
翻譯:來自用戶的回饋正逐漸匯聚成一個清晰的需求模式。
正式寫作注意：在正式或學術寫作中，「coalesce」是得體的用詞。但在極度口語或隨意的日常對話中（如閒聊八卦），使用「come together」、「merge」或「gel」會更為自然。
常見短語
What common collocations use "Coalesce"?What fixed phrases with "Coalesce" should I remember?
coalesce into
coalesce into [noun phrase]
融合、結合形成某物
coalesce around
coalesce around [idea/person/issue]
圍繞（某個想法、人物或議題）團結起來
coalesce to form
coalesce to form [noun phrase]
凝聚、合併形成
begin to coalesce
begin/start to coalesce
開始凝聚、結合
coalesce rapidly
coalesce [adverb]
迅速凝聚/結合
coalesce opposition
coalesce opposition/support
凝聚反對力量/支持力量
coalesce views
coalesce [plural noun: views/opinions/ideas]
整合觀點/意見/想法
常見錯誤
What are common mistakes with "Coalesce"?Which "Coalesce" sentences look correct but are wrong?
×The two groups coalesced together.
✓The two groups coalesced.
「coalesce」本身已包含「結合、合併」的意思，加上「together」是多餘且不自然的。
×I coalesced the data into one file.
✓I merged/combined the data into one file.
「coalesce」通常描述事物自發地、自然地結合，或用於抽象概念（如想法、團體）的融合，較少用於描述人為、主動的「合併」動作（如合併檔案）。在這種情況下，使用「merge」或「combine」更為自然。
×The plan coalesced quickly.
✓The plan came together quickly. / The plan took shape quickly.
雖然「coalesce」可以描述想法或計畫成形，但它通常暗示一個漸進的過程，而非瞬間完成。用於描述快速發生的事件時，聽起來不自然。更口語的說法是「come together」或「take shape」。
×We need to coalesce these two points.
✓We need to reconcile these two points. / We need to find common ground between these two points.
「coalesce」的主語通常是結合的事物本身，而不是執行結合動作的人（如「we」）。當想表達「使兩個觀點一致或調和」時，使用「reconcile」或「find common ground」更為準確。
×The company coalesced with its competitor.
✓The company merged with its competitor.
在商業或組織合併的正式語境中，「merge」是標準用詞。「coalesce」雖然有合併之意，但在此情境下較不常見，聽起來過於文學化或不精確。
詞形變化
What are the word forms of "Coalesce"?What are tense/participle forms of "Coalesce"?
coalesces(3rd_singular)coalescing(present_participle)coalesced(past)coalesced(past_participle)