1. to add something that makes a thing complete or perfect
補充，使完整或完美
The dark blue curtains complement the light-colored walls perfectly.
深藍色的窗簾完美地襯托了淺色的牆壁。
Her analytical skills complement his creative thinking.
她的分析能力與他的創造性思維相輔相成。
Complement Meaning（定義、用法、例句與發音）
complement
verb
快速理解
What does "Complement" mean?What are 2-3 core uses of "Complement"?
作為動詞，指使某事物變得更完整、更好或更有效。
- 1
補充；使完整
EN: to add something that makes a thing complete or perfect
翻譯: 添加某物使事物變得完整或完美
- 2
搭配；襯托
EN: to combine well with something, often enhancing its qualities
翻譯: 與某物很好地結合，通常能提升其特質
- 3
補足；配套
EN: to provide something that is lacking or needed in a situation
翻譯: 提供某情境中所缺乏或需要的東西
小提醒：注意與拼寫相似的 "compliment"（讚美）區分。"Complement" 是關於「補充完善」，而 "compliment" 是關於「稱讚」。
發音（How to Pronounce "Complement" in English）
How to pronounce "Complement" in English?"Complement" US vs UK pronunciation
點擊下方的 US / UK 按鈕可播放發音。
Real-life Examples of "Complement" from YouTube Videos
Jonathan Drori: Why we don't understand as much as we think
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“Finally, my plea to you is to allow yourselves and your children and anyone you know, to kind of fiddle with stuff, because it's by fiddling with things that you, you know, you complement your other learning.”
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Definitions（定義）
What are the definitions of "Complement"?How does "Complement" change by context?
2. to combine well with something to form a balanced whole
與某物搭配良好，形成一個平衡的整體
The wine was chosen to complement the flavors of the main course.
選擇這款葡萄酒是為了搭配主菜的風味。
The two musicians complement each other's styles beautifully.
這兩位音樂家的風格美妙地互補。
3. to provide something that is lacking or needed in a situation
提供某情境中所缺乏或需要的東西
The new software will complement our existing systems, filling a critical gap.
新軟體將補充我們現有的系統，填補一個關鍵缺口。
His practical experience complements the theoretical knowledge he gained in school.
他的實務經驗補充了他在學校獲得的理論知識。
Grammar & Patterns（句型）
What are common sentence patterns for "Complement"?How to make natural sentences with "Complement"?
| Pattern | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| complement + noun | 補充、完善某事物 | The dark wood floors **complement** the white walls perfectly. (深色木地板完美地襯托了白牆。) |
| be complemented by + noun | 由某事物來補充/襯托 | Her academic knowledge **is complemented by** her practical experience. (她的學術知識由她的實務經驗來補足。) |
| complement + each other | 彼此互補、相輔相成 | Their skills **complement each other** very well in the project. (在這個專案中，他們的技能彼此互補得非常好。) |
用法說明
How is "Complement" different from similar structures?What usage mistakes are common with "Complement"?
complement doing vs complement to do
- complement doing 通常用於描述一個事物或特質如何自然地、完美地補充或襯托另一個事物，強調一種和諧的共存關係。
- complement to do 則較為少見，但可能出現在較正式的語境中，表示「為了完善某事而採取某個行動」。
- 在大多數日常及正式寫作中，complement 作為動詞時，後面直接接名詞或動名詞（doing）是最自然、最常見的用法。
- 當使用 would complement 等情態動詞時，後面也通常直接接名詞，而非不定詞（to do）。 EN: The soft lighting complements the room's minimalist decor, creating a cozy atmosphere. 翻譯: 柔和的燈光與房間的極簡裝潢相得益彰，營造出舒適的氛圍。
EN:A glass of red wine would complement this cheese perfectly.
翻譯:一杯紅酒會是這款乳酪的完美搭配。
總結建議
在表達「補充、襯托」之意時，建議使用 complement + 名詞/動名詞 的結構，這是最標準且自然的用法。
易混淆對比
What is the difference between "Complement" and similar words?How to choose "Complement" vs alternatives?
complement vs supplement
「complement」強調的是使某物完整或完美，兩者相輔相成；「supplement」則是額外添加以彌補不足或增強效果。
complement vs compliment
「complement」是動詞，指補充、使完整；「compliment」是動詞，指稱讚、恭維。兩者發音相同但拼寫與意義不同。
complement vs complete
「complement」強調的是添加相配之物以增強整體；「complete」則指使某事物達到完整狀態或結束某個過程。
口語用法
How is "Complement" used in spoken English?What is the spoken vs formal difference for "Complement"?
引述
在對話中，引述他人觀點或描述一個公認的事實時，常用「complement」來表示某事物是對另一事物的完美補充。 EN: "As my mentor always says, a good wine should complement the meal, not overpower it." 翻譯: 就像我的導師常說的，一杯好酒應該襯托餐點，而不是蓋過它的風味。
EN:"You know what they say, the right music can really complement the atmosphere of a party."
翻譯:你知道大家常說的，對的音樂真的能為派對的氣氛大大加分。
語氣強調
在非正式交談中，為了強調兩者搭配得天衣無縫，會用「complement」加強語氣，常與「really」、「perfectly」等副詞連用。 EN: "Your new scarf really complements your eyes—they look amazing together." 翻譯: 你的新圍巾真的和你的眼睛很搭——它們配在一起好看極了。
EN:"I think this side dish perfectly complements the main course. You have to try it."
翻譯:我覺得這道配菜和主菜搭配得完美無缺。你一定要試試看。
停頓填充
在組織思緒或尋找合適詞語時，說話者可能會用「to complement that...」或「complementing that idea...」作為短暫的停頓填充，引出下一個相關觀點。 EN: "We need a strong marketing campaign... and to complement that, we should also boost our social media presence." 翻譯: 我們需要一個強力的行銷活動……而為了與之相輔相成，我們也應該加強社群媒體的曝光。
EN:"The design is sleek and modern. Complementing that idea, I suggest we use a minimalist color palette."
翻譯:這個設計流線又現代。延續這個想法，我建議我們採用極簡風的配色方案。
正式寫作注意：在正式或學術寫作中，應避免將「complement」用於上述口語中的停頓填充功能。建議使用更直接的連接詞，如「furthermore」、「additionally」或「moreover」來引導下一個論點，以保持文章的嚴謹與流暢。
常見短語
What common collocations use "Complement"?What fixed phrases with "Complement" should I remember?
complement something
verb + noun
補充、完善某事物
complement each other
verb + pronoun (each other)
互相補充、相輔相成
complement perfectly
verb + adverb
完美地襯托、完美地搭配
complement nicely/well
verb + adverb
很好地搭配、相得益彰
designed to complement
passive participle + infinitive
設計用來搭配、旨在襯托
complement and contrast
verb + conjunction + verb
既互補又形成對比
常見錯誤
What are common mistakes with "Complement"?Which "Complement" sentences look correct but are wrong?
×I want to complement you on your excellent work.
✓I want to compliment you on your excellent work.
混淆了 complement（補充、補足）和 compliment（稱讚）。當你想表達讚美時，應該用 compliment。
×This vitamin will complement your diet.
✓This vitamin will supplement your diet.
Complement 強調的是使某物完整或完美，而 supplement 則是額外添加以增強或彌補不足。維他命是額外添加物，通常用 supplement。
×This sauce complements to the main dish.
✓This sauce complements the main dish.
Complement 是及物動詞，後面直接接受詞，不需要介系詞 to。
×The team is complemented by the new software.
✓The new software complements the team's work.
雖然被動語態在文法上正確，但 complement 通常用於主動語態，強調兩者之間主動的、相互增強的關係。被動語態可能使句子聽起來不自然或模糊。
×We need one more player to complement the team.
✓We need one more player to complete the team.
這裡想表達的是「湊齊人數使團隊完整」，應該用 complete（完成、使完整）。Complement 指的是「以不同的特質來增強或完善」，例如：A defensive player would complement our offensive strategy.（一名防守球員能與我們的進攻策略相輔相成。）
詞形變化
What are the word forms of "Complement"?What are tense/participle forms of "Complement"?
complements(3rd_singular)complementing(present_participle)complemented(past)complemented(past_participle)