1. to travel to or around a new or unfamiliar place to learn about it
探索，勘察（新的或不熟悉的地方）
We spent the afternoon exploring the old town.
我們花了一下午探索那座老城鎮。
The children love to explore the woods behind their house.
孩子們喜歡探索他們房子後面的樹林。
Explore Meaning（定義、用法、例句與發音）
explore
verb
快速理解
What does "Explore" mean?What are 2-3 core uses of "Explore"?
探索指為了發現新事物或了解未知而進行調查或旅行。
- 1
實地考察
EN: to travel through an unfamiliar area to learn about it
翻譯: 到不熟悉的地區旅行以了解該地
- 2
仔細研究
EN: to examine or discuss something carefully
翻譯: 仔細檢查或討論某事物
- 3
嘗試體驗
EN: to try or experience something new
翻譯: 嘗試或體驗新事物
小提醒：注意 'explore' 與 'exploit' 的區別。'explore' 是探索未知，'exploit' 是開發利用已知資源，有時帶負面含義。
發音（How to Pronounce "Explore" in English）
How to pronounce "Explore" in English?"Explore" US vs UK pronunciation
點擊下方的 US / UK 按鈕可播放發音。
Real-life Examples of "Explore" from YouTube Videos
Users You Don't Want by Michael Seibel
Y Combinator
“totally like the, it's really totally ok if you want to explore some of those use cases that are not these, case that you thought that are still use cases that, like could be good for you, huh, then it's a totally ok to explore, to experiment, so and so forth, but it's like: don't let your app, like don't let the crack den guys on Airbnb control the product or a math for air B&B right, and suggest two features that they like right, not where you want.”
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Definitions（定義）
What are the definitions of "Explore"?How does "Explore" change by context?
2. to examine or discuss an idea, possibility, or subject carefully
探討，仔細研究（想法、可能性或主題）
The book explores the themes of love and loss.
這本書探討了愛與失去的主題。
We need to explore all options before making a decision.
我們在做決定前需要探討所有的選項。
3. to search for natural resources like oil or minerals
勘探，探勘（石油、礦物等自然資源）
The company is exploring for oil in the Arctic region.
該公司正在北極地區勘探石油。
This area has been explored for valuable minerals.
這個地區已被探勘過是否有珍貴礦物。
4. to experience or try something new to see if you like it
嘗試，體驗（新事物）
She's exploring a career in graphic design.
她正在嘗試平面設計的職業道路。
He wants to explore different cuisines during his travels.
他想在旅行期間體驗不同的菜餚。
Grammar & Patterns（句型）
What are common sentence patterns for "Explore"?How to make natural sentences with "Explore"?
| Pattern | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| explore + noun (place/idea) | 探索（某個地方或想法） | They plan to explore the ancient ruins. (他們計劃探索那些古代遺跡。) |
| explore + the possibility of + noun/V-ing | 探討…的可能性 | The company is exploring the possibility of expanding into Asia. (該公司正在探討擴展至亞洲的可能性。) |
| explore + for + noun (resource) | 勘探（某種資源） | The team was sent to explore for oil in the desert. (該團隊被派往沙漠勘探石油。) |
| explore + how/what/why + clause | 探討如何／什麼／為何… | The book explores how technology shapes society. (這本書探討科技如何塑造社會。) |
| explore + an area/topic + in depth | 深入探索某個領域／主題 | Her research explores the topic in great depth. (她的研究非常深入地探索了這個主題。) |
| explore + around + place | 在（某地）附近探索 | We had an hour to explore around the old town. (我們有一小時可以在古城附近探索。) |
| explore + with + someone | 與某人一起探索 | Children love to explore the woods with their parents. (孩子們喜歡和父母一起探索樹林。) |
用法說明
How is "Explore" different from similar structures?What usage mistakes are common with "Explore"?
explore doing vs explore to do
- explore + V-ing 表示「探索、嘗試做某事」，強調探索的過程或活動本身。這是標準且常見的用法。
- explore + to + V 在標準英語中並不正確，應避免使用。
- 若要表達「為了某個目的而探索」，應使用其他結構，例如 explore (something) in order to + V 或 explore (something) to see if...。
- 動詞 explore 後面通常直接接名詞（explore an idea）或動名詞（explore doing），不接不定詞（to do）。 EN: The company is exploring using renewable energy to reduce costs. 翻譯: 該公司正在探索使用可再生能源以降低成本。
EN:The team will explore different methods to improve efficiency.
翻譯:團隊將探索不同的方法來提升效率。
總結建議
建議使用 explore + V-ing 或 explore + 名詞 來表達探索某項活動或事物，避免使用 explore to do 的結構。
易混淆對比
What is the difference between "Explore" and similar words?How to choose "Explore" vs alternatives?
explore vs investigate
「explore」強調廣泛、開放性地探索未知領域或可能性，帶有發現的意味；「investigate」則指針對特定事件、問題或罪行進行系統性、深入的調查，以查明事實。
explore vs examine
「explore」側重於對未知事物進行廣泛、初步的探索與了解；「examine」則指仔細、詳細地檢查或審視某物，通常已有特定焦點。
explore vs search
「explore」是為了發現新事物而進行的探索，過程本身即是目的；「search」則是為了找到特定的人、物或資訊而進行的搜尋，目標明確。
口語用法
How is "Explore" used in spoken English?What is the spoken vs formal difference for "Explore"?
引述
在對話中，當引述或轉述一個想法、計畫或問題時，常用來表示「探討一下」或「研究看看」。 EN: So I said, "Let's explore some other options before we decide." 翻譯: 所以我就說：「我們在決定前，先探討一下其他選項吧。」
EN:Her suggestion was to explore whether working from home is feasible.
翻譯:她的建議是，探討一下在家工作是否可行。
語氣強調
在口語中，常用來強調對某事物的好奇心、開放態度或主動嘗試的意願，語氣較隨意。 EN: I really want to explore the local food scene when we travel. 翻譯: 我們去旅行的時候，我真的很想好好探索一下當地的美食。
EN:Feel free to explore the app and see what you think.
翻譯:你可以隨意試用這個應用程式，看看你覺得怎麼樣。
停頓填充
在思考或組織語言時，用作填充詞，表示「嗯…我們來想想」或「這個嘛…我們探討一下」，使對話更自然。 EN: Hmm, explore... maybe we could start by looking at the budget. 翻譯: 嗯，探討一下…或許我們可以先從預算開始看。
EN:Well, let me explore that idea for a second—it might actually work.
翻譯:這個嘛，讓我稍微琢磨一下這個點子—說不定真的可行。
正式寫作注意：在正式報告或學術寫作中，應避免將 "explore" 用於上述口語的停頓或隨意引述情境。建議使用更精確的動詞，如 "investigate"、"examine"、"analyze" 或 "consider"，並保持句子結構完整。
常見短語
What common collocations use "Explore"?What fixed phrases with "Explore" should I remember?
explore possibilities
explore + noun
探索可能性
explore options
explore + noun
探索選項
explore the world
explore + noun phrase
探索世界
explore in depth
explore + adverbial phrase
深入探索
explore new ideas
explore + noun phrase
探索新想法
explore a topic
explore + noun phrase
探索一個主題
explore further
explore + adverb
進一步探索
explore the relationship
explore + noun phrase
探索關係
常見錯誤
What are common mistakes with "Explore"?Which "Explore" sentences look correct but are wrong?
×I explored to the new city.
✓I explored the new city.
動詞 'explore' 是及物動詞，後面直接接受詞，不需要介系詞 'to'。
×He is exploring about the possibility.
✓He is exploring the possibility.
'explore' 後面直接接探索的對象或主題，不需要 'about'。使用 'about' 是受到中文「探索關於...」的影響。
×Let's explore what can we do next.
✓Let's explore what we can do next.
在動詞 'explore' 後面的名詞子句中，主詞和動詞的順序應為陳述句語序 (subject + verb)，而非疑問句語序 (verb + subject)。
×I will explore to find a solution.
✓I will explore ways to find a solution. / I will try to find a solution.
'explore' 的受詞通常是具體的事物、地方、想法或可能性，而不是另一個動作或目的。若要表達嘗試找出解決方案，應使用 'explore ways/methods/options to...' 或改用其他動詞如 'try to'。
×The children were very exciting to explore the cave.
✓The children were very excited to explore the cave.
描述人的感受或狀態時，應使用過去分詞 'excited' (感到興奮的)。'exciting' (令人興奮的) 用於描述事物本身的特性。這裡是指孩子們感到興奮。
詞形變化
What are the word forms of "Explore"?What are tense/participle forms of "Explore"?
explores(3rd_singular)exploring(present_participle)explored(past)explored(past_participle)