1. a person who drives a vehicle
駕駛車輛的人
She is a very careful driver.
她是一位非常小心的駕駛。
The bus driver announced the next stop.
公車司機報出了下一站。
He works as a taxi driver in the city.
他在市區開計程車。
Driver Meaning（定義、用法、例句與發音）
driver
noun
快速理解
What does "Driver" mean?What are 2-3 core uses of "Driver"?
「driver」主要指駕駛交通工具的人，也延伸指電腦軟體或高爾夫球桿。
- 1
駕駛者
EN: a person who drives a vehicle
翻譯: 駕駛車輛的人
- 2
軟體驅動程式
EN: a computer program that controls a device
翻譯: 控制裝置的電腦程式
- 3
高爾夫球桿
EN: a golf club for hitting long shots
翻譯: 用於擊出長距離球的高爾夫球桿
- 4
推動因素
EN: a factor that causes something to happen
翻譯: 導致某事發生的因素
小提醒：「driver」在科技領域常指「驅動程式」，而非駕駛員。例如安裝印表機需要「printer driver」。
發音（How to Pronounce "Driver" in English）
How to pronounce "Driver" in English?"Driver" US vs UK pronunciation
點擊下方的 US / UK 按鈕可播放發音。
Real-life Examples of "Driver" from YouTube Videos
Know Why You're Starting a Company - Danae Ringelmann of Indiegogo
Y Combinator
“um, that that allowed us to focus on actual customer happiness being a key driver of our business and now a key differentiator.”
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Definitions（定義）
What are the definitions of "Driver"?How does "Driver" change by context?
2. a software program that controls a device
控制裝置的軟體程式
You need to install the printer driver.
你需要安裝印表機驅動程式。
My computer is searching for a driver update.
我的電腦正在搜尋驅動程式更新。
The graphics driver is causing problems.
這個顯示卡驅動程式造成了一些問題。
3. a golf club used for hitting the ball long distances
用於將球擊出長距離的高爾夫球桿
He selected his driver for the first tee shot.
他為第一洞的開球選用了開球木桿。
A good driver is essential for long holes.
一支好的開球木桿對於長洞來說至關重要。
4. a main factor causing something to happen
導致某事發生的主要因素
Cost reduction is a key driver for the new policy.
降低成本是這項新政策的關鍵驅動力。
Technological innovation is a major driver of economic growth.
科技創新是經濟成長的主要驅動力。
5. a tool for turning screws
用來轉動螺絲的工具
He used a power driver to assemble the furniture.
他用電動起子來組裝傢俱。
Make sure you have the right screwdriver bit for your driver.
確保你的起子有正確的螺絲頭配件。
Grammar & Patterns（句型）
What are common sentence patterns for "Driver"?How to make natural sentences with "Driver"?
| Pattern | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| driver + of + noun | ...的駕駛者/司機 | The driver of the bus was very experienced. (那輛公車的司機經驗非常豐富。) |
| driver + for + noun | 為...工作的司機 | He works as a driver for a delivery company. (他是一家快遞公司的司機。) |
| driver + behind + noun | ...背後的驅動者/原因 | She was the main driver behind the project's success. (她是這個專案成功背後的主要推手。) |
| be + a + (adjective) + driver | 是一個(形容詞)的司機 | He is a very cautious driver. (他是一個非常謹慎的司機。) |
| noun + driver | ...驅動程式 | I need to update the printer driver on my computer. (我需要更新電腦上的印表機驅動程式。) |
| driver + in + noun | ...中的驅動因素 | Technological innovation is a key driver in economic growth. (科技創新是經濟成長的關鍵驅動因素。) |
用法說明
How is "Driver" different from similar structures?What usage mistakes are common with "Driver"?
driver 與 driver's
- driver 通常指「駕駛員」這個人或「驅動程式」這個事物本身。
- driver's 是所有格形式，表示「屬於駕駛員的」或「與駕駛員相關的」。
- 在談論駕駛員的責任、技能或所屬物品時，常用 driver's。
- 在談論駕駛員這個職業或身份時，則用 driver。 EN: The driver of the bus was very experienced. 翻譯: 那位公車司機經驗非常豐富。
EN:The driver's license must be renewed every few years.
翻譯:駕駛執照必須每隔幾年就更換一次。
EN:She is a professional driver.
翻譯:她是一名職業駕駛。
EN:The driver's seat is adjustable.
翻譯:駕駛座是可以調整的。
總結建議
記住：談論「人/事物本身」用 driver，談論「屬於駕駛員的」則用 driver's。
易混淆對比
What is the difference between "Driver" and similar words?How to choose "Driver" vs alternatives?
driver vs pilot
driver 通常指駕駛地面車輛（如汽車、卡車）的人；pilot 則專指駕駛飛機、船隻或太空船的人。
driver vs chauffeur
driver 是駕駛者的通稱；chauffeur 則特指受僱的專業司機，通常為私人或貴賓服務。
driver vs operator
driver 通常指駕駛車輛的人；operator 則用於操作機器、設備或系統的人，範圍更廣。
口語用法
How is "Driver" used in spoken English?What is the spoken vs formal difference for "Driver"?
引述
在轉述他人的話或想法時，用來指稱「主導因素」或「背後原因」。 EN: The main driver behind his decision was the potential for growth. 翻譯: 他決策背後的主要驅動力是成長潛力。
EN:She said the driver for the change was customer feedback.
翻譯:她說這次變革的驅動因素是客戶回饋。
語氣強調
用於強調某事物是關鍵的推動者或核心原因，常與「the」、「big」、「real」等詞連用。 EN: Lack of investment is the real driver of the problem. 翻譯: 投資不足才是問題的真正癥結。
EN:He's been the big driver of innovation in our team.
翻譯:他一直是我們團隊創新的主要推手。
停頓填充
在思考或組織語言時，作為一個短暫的填充詞，引出接下來要說的原因或解釋。 EN: The project failed... driver being, we didn't have enough resources. 翻譯: 專案失敗了…主要原因是，我們資源不足。
EN:We need to change strategy. The driver here is market shift.
翻譯:我們需要改變策略。這裡的關鍵在於市場轉變。
正式寫作注意：在正式報告或學術寫作中，建議使用更精確的詞彙，如「primary cause」、「key factor」、「main impetus」或「motivating force」，以替代較為口語化的「driver」。
常見短語
What common collocations use "Driver"?What fixed phrases with "Driver" should I remember?
bus driver
noun + driver
公車司機
taxi driver
noun + driver
計程車司機
truck driver
noun + driver
卡車司機
backseat driver
adjective + driver
後座駕駛（指愛指點駕駛者的人）
designated driver
adjective + driver
指定駕駛（指聚會中不喝酒負責開車的人）
install a driver
verb + driver
安裝驅動程式
update a driver
verb + driver
更新驅動程式
screwdriver
noun (compound)
螺絲起子
常見錯誤
What are common mistakes with "Driver"?Which "Driver" sentences look correct but are wrong?
×He is a good driver of car.
✓He is a good driver.
在英文中，'driver' 本身已包含駕駛車輛的意思，不需要額外加 'of car'。直接說 'He is a good driver.' 即可。
×I need to buy a new driver for my computer.
✓I need to install a new driver for my computer.
談到電腦的『驅動程式』時，動詞通常用 'install'（安裝）、'update'（更新）或 'download'（下載），而不是 'buy'（購買），因為驅動程式通常是免費的軟體。
×The main driver of the company is the CEO.
✓The main driver of the company's growth is the CEO.
當 'driver' 用作比喻，表示『推動者、驅動力』時，通常需要明確指出推動的是什麼（例如：growth, success, change）。單獨說 'driver of the company' 意思不完整。
×He works as a taxi driver.
✓He is a taxi driver.
表示某人的職業是計程車司機時，最自然簡單的說法是 'He is a taxi driver.'。使用 'works as' 雖然文法正確，但較不常用於這種常見的職業。
×She is the driver of this project.
✓She is the driving force behind this project.
雖然 'driver' 有比喻用法，但用於指『人』是專案的『主要推動者』時，更地道的說法是 'the driving force behind...'。'Driver of this project' 聽起來不自然。
×Please pass me the screwdriver. I need to fix this driver.
✓Please pass me the screwdriver. I need to fix this screw.
這是一個混淆詞義的錯誤。'Driver' 可以是高爾夫球桿的一種（發球桿），或是電腦的驅動程式，但不是螺絲起子（screwdriver）或螺絲（screw）。句子中想修理的物件應該是 'screw'（螺絲）。
詞形變化
What are the word forms of "Driver"?What are tense/participle forms of "Driver"?