1. to make something new or bring something into existence
創造出新的事物或使某物產生
The artist used clay to create a beautiful sculpture.
藝術家用黏土創造出一座美麗的雕塑。
She created a new recipe for the cooking contest.
她為烹飪比賽創造了一個新食譜。
「create」意指使某事物從無到有地產生或存在。
創造、發明
EN: to make something new or original that did not exist before
翻譯: 創造出前所未有的新事物或原創作品。
引起、產生
EN: to cause a particular feeling, situation, or condition to happen
翻譯: 引發某種感覺、狀況或條件。
任命、授予
EN: to give someone a particular rank, title, or status
翻譯: 授予某人特定的職位、頭銜或身分。
小提醒:「create」強調從無到有的「創造」,而「make」則泛指一般的「製作」或「使成為」。例如,我們說「create a work of art」(創造藝術品),但「make a cake」(做蛋糕)。
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Real-life Examples of "Create" from YouTube Videos
Steve Jobs' 2005 Stanford Commencement Address
Stanford
“Pixar went on to create the worlds first computer animated feature film, Toy Story, and is now the most successful animation studio in the world.”
1. to make something new or bring something into existence
創造出新的事物或使某物產生
The artist used clay to create a beautiful sculpture.
藝術家用黏土創造出一座美麗的雕塑。
She created a new recipe for the cooking contest.
她為烹飪比賽創造了一個新食譜。
2. to cause a particular feeling or situation to happen
引起某種感覺或造成某種情況
His sudden arrival created a lot of excitement.
他的突然到來引起了很大的騷動。
The new policy created confusion among the employees.
新政策在員工間造成了困惑。
3. to invent or design something, such as a character, story, or system
發明或設計某物(如角色、故事或系統)
The writer created a fascinating world in his novel.
這位作家在他的小說中創造了一個迷人的世界。
They created a new software program to solve the problem.
他們設計了一個新的軟體程式來解決這個問題。
4. to establish or found something, such as an organization or institution
建立或創立某物(如組織或機構)
The government created a new department to handle environmental issues.
政府成立了一個新部門來處理環境問題。
They created a charity to help homeless children.
他們創立了一個慈善機構來幫助無家可歸的兒童。
| Pattern | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| create + noun | 創造、建立(某事物) | The artist wanted to create a masterpiece. (這位藝術家想創造一幅傑作。) |
| create + noun + from + noun | 用(某物)創造出(某物) | She created a beautiful sculpture from recycled metal. (她用回收金屬創造出一座美麗的雕塑。) |
| create + noun + for + noun/pronoun | 為(某人/某事)創造(某物) | The chef created a special menu for the event. (主廚為這場活動創造了一份特別菜單。) |
| be created + to + V | 被創造出來是為了(做某事) | This tool was created to solve a specific problem. (這個工具被創造出來是為了解決一個特定的問題。) |
| create + opportunity / atmosphere / impression | 創造機會/營造氣氛/留下印象 | His speech created a positive atmosphere in the room. (他的演講在房間裡營造了積極的氣氛。) |
| create + a sense of + noun | 營造一種…的感覺 | The lighting helps create a sense of warmth. (燈光有助於營造一種溫暖的感覺。) |
| create + problem / difficulty / confusion | 造成問題/困難/混亂 | The sudden change in plans created a lot of confusion. (計劃的突然改變造成了很大的混亂。) |
EN:The company created a new app to streamline the process.
翻譯:這家公司創造了一個新的應用程式來簡化流程。
表達純粹的「創造」行為時用 create + 名詞,若需明確指出創造的「目的」則使用 create + 名詞 + to + V。
create vs make
「create」強調從無到有的原創性,常與藝術、抽象概念連用;「make」則泛指製造、生產,範圍更廣。
create vs produce
「create」側重原創與設計的過程;「produce」強調大量製造或產出結果。
create vs generate
「create」帶有主動設計與創意;「generate」多指透過系統、規則或過程自動產生。
在轉述他人想法或計畫時,常用「create」來引述,語氣較為客觀。 EN: He was like, "We need to create a more welcoming atmosphere." 翻譯: 他就說:「我們需要營造一個更友善的氛圍。」
EN:So she goes, "I'm going to create a playlist for the road trip."
翻譯:然後她就說:「我要為這趟公路旅行創建一個播放清單。」
在口語中,常與「really」、「actually」等副詞連用,以強調創造的意圖或結果。 EN: I really need to create some me-time this weekend. 翻譯: 我這個週末真的需要創造一些屬於自己的時間。
EN:Did you actually create that whole design by yourself?
翻譯:那個設計真的是你一個人獨立完成的嗎?
在思考或組織句子時,會用「create」相關的短語作為填充,如「to create a... you know...」。 EN: The goal is to create a... more efficient workflow. 翻譯: 目標是建立一個…更有效率的工作流程。
EN:We're trying to create, like, a sense of community here.
翻譯:我們試圖在這裡創造,嗯,一種社群歸屬感。
正式寫作注意:在正式書寫(如報告、論文)中,應避免使用上述口語中的引述格式(如「he was like」)、填充詞(如「like」、「you know」)及過於隨意的副詞搭配,以保持文體的嚴謹與精確。
create an opportunity
create + an opportunity
創造機會
create a good/bad impression
create + a(n) [adjective] impression
留下好/壞印象
create an atmosphere
create + an atmosphere
營造氛圍
create an account
create + an account
建立帳戶
create a problem
create + a problem
製造問題
create from scratch
create + from scratch
從零開始創造
create value
create + value
創造價值
create demand
create + demand
創造需求
×I created a new account yesterday.
✓I created a new account yesterday.
This is actually correct. The common mistake is thinking 'create' is wrong here and using 'make' instead. 'Create' is appropriate for bringing something new into existence, like an account, document, or profile.
×We need to create a meeting.
✓We need to schedule/organize/set up a meeting.
'Create' is not typically used for arranging events or appointments. Use verbs like 'schedule', 'organize', 'arrange', or 'set up' instead.
×He created to solve the problem.
✓He created a solution to solve the problem.
'Create' is a transitive verb and requires a direct object. You must specify WHAT is being created.
×The noise created the baby to wake up.
✓The noise caused the baby to wake up.
Do not use 'create' to mean 'cause' for events or reactions. 'Create' implies bringing something new into existence, not triggering an existing thing. Use 'cause', 'lead to', or 'result in'.
×I will create you a cake.
✓I will make/bake you a cake.
For food, especially following a standard recipe, 'make' or a specific verb like 'bake', 'cook' is more natural. 'Create' is used for food when emphasizing artistic, innovative, or original culinary work.
×They created a company last year.
✓They founded/started/established a company last year.
For starting a business or organization, 'found', 'start', 'establish', or 'set up' are more precise. 'Create' can be used but is more general and less idiomatic for this context.