1. to put a border around something
為…加上邊框
She framed the photograph and hung it on the wall.
她將照片裱框起來，掛在牆上。
The artist framed his painting with a simple wooden border.
藝術家用一個簡單的木邊框為他的畫作裱框。
Frame Meaning（定義、用法、例句與發音）
frame
verb
快速理解
What does "Frame" mean?What are 2-3 core uses of "Frame"?
「frame」作為動詞，主要表示構建結構、設計表達方式，或陷害他人。
- 1
構建框架
EN: to build or make the basic structure of something
翻譯: 建造或構成某物的基本結構。
- 2
構思表達
EN: to formulate or express something in a particular way
翻譯: 以特定方式構思或表達某事。
- 3
陷害誣告
EN: to make someone appear guilty by providing false evidence
翻譯: 透過提供虛假證據使某人看起來有罪。
- 4
襯托凸顯
EN: to surround or enclose something to make it more noticeable
翻譯: 圍繞或框住某物以使其更顯眼。
小提醒：注意「frame」在「構建論點」和「陷害他人」兩個意思上的巨大差異，需根據上下文判斷。
發音（How to Pronounce "Frame" in English）
How to pronounce "Frame" in English?"Frame" US vs UK pronunciation
點擊下方的 US / UK 按鈕可播放發音。
Real-life Examples of "Frame" from YouTube Videos
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“So government then exits the frame. This is now in the hands of the consortium.”
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Definitions（定義）
What are the definitions of "Frame"?How does "Frame" change by context?
2. to produce false evidence to make someone appear guilty
誣陷，陷害
The suspect claimed he was framed by the real criminal.
嫌疑犯聲稱他是被真正的罪犯陷害的。
They planted evidence to frame him for the robbery.
他們栽贓證據，誣陷他犯下搶劫案。
3. to express something in a particular way
以特定方式表達；構思
You need to frame your argument more clearly.
你需要更清楚地構思你的論點。
He carefully framed his question to avoid offending anyone.
他小心翼翼地措辭他的問題，以免冒犯任何人。
4. to create or develop a plan, system, or set of rules
制定，構建
The committee is tasked with framing the new policy.
該委員會的任務是制定新政策。
The constitution was framed over two hundred years ago.
這部憲法是兩百多年前制定的。
Grammar & Patterns（句型）
What are common sentence patterns for "Frame"?How to make natural sentences with "Frame"?
| Pattern | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| frame + noun (object) | 給…裝框；構築…的框架 | He carefully framed the photograph. (他小心地給照片裝框。) |
| frame + noun (object) + as + noun/adj | 將…描述為；把…塑造成 | The media framed the protest as a violent riot. (媒體將抗議活動描述為一場暴力騷亂。) |
| frame + noun (object) + in/with + noun | 用…框住；在…背景下呈現 | She framed her face with a silk scarf. (她用一條絲巾框住臉龐。) |
| be framed (passive) | 被陷害；被裝裱 | The suspect claimed he was framed by the real criminal. (嫌疑人聲稱他是被真兇陷害的。) |
| frame + question/argument/idea | 構思（問題、論點、想法） | Try to frame your question more clearly. (試著把你的問題構思得更清楚些。) |
| frame + noun + in terms of + noun | 從…的角度來闡述 | The economist framed the issue in terms of supply and demand. (經濟學家從供需的角度來闡述這個問題。) |
用法說明
How is "Frame" different from similar structures?What usage mistakes are common with "Frame"?
frame doing vs frame to do
- frame doing 通常用於描述「構思、構建」一個持續性的、概念性的過程或整體想法。
- frame to do 則較為少見，但可能出現在特定上下文中，表示「為了（某個目的）而構建或設計」。
- 在表達「構思一個問題」或「構建一個論點」時，frame a question/argument 是固定搭配，後面通常接 as... 或 in terms of...，而非不定詞。
- 被動語態 be framed to + V 可能用於描述某物被設計來達成特定目的。 EN: The lawyer framed his question carefully to elicit a specific response. 翻譯: 律師精心構思了他的問題，以引導出特定的回答。
EN:The policy was framed to address long-term environmental concerns.
翻譯:該政策的制定是為了處理長期的環境問題。
總結建議
一般情況下，使用 frame + noun 或 frame + noun + as... 的結構最為自然，應避免直接使用「frame to do」來表達「為了做某事而構思」。
易混淆對比
What is the difference between "Frame" and similar words?How to choose "Frame" vs alternatives?
frame vs formulate
「frame」強調為想法或論述設定邊界或結構，常帶有特定意圖或觀點；「formulate」則側重將想法系統化、明確地表達出來，如制定計畫或理論。
frame vs construct
「frame」著重為論述或想法建立基本架構或視角；「construct」則指更全面、具體地建立或組裝某物，範圍更廣。
frame vs phrase
「frame」關注的是整個論述的結構與視角設定；「phrase」則專注於用特定的詞語組合來表達單一想法。
口語用法
How is "Frame" used in spoken English?What is the spoken vs formal difference for "Frame"?
引述
在對話中，常用來引述或轉述他人的話，尤其是帶有指控或特定意圖的內容。 EN: Don't frame it like I'm the one who messed up the project. 翻譯: 別把這件事說成好像是我搞砸了專案一樣。
EN:She framed his comment as a personal attack.
翻譯:她把他的評論說成是人身攻擊。
語氣強調
用於強調某人被刻意塑造成某種形象，或情況被刻意呈現成某種樣子，常帶有負面含義。 EN: The whole debate was framed around his past mistakes. 翻譯: 整個辯論都圍繞著他過去的錯誤來展開。
EN:They're trying to frame this as a simple misunderstanding.
翻譯:他們試圖把這件事說成只是一個簡單的誤會。
停頓填充
在組織想法或尋找合適詞語時，作為短暫的停頓填充，引出對某事的定義或描述。 EN: How would you... frame... your biggest regret? 翻譯: 你會怎麼…描述…你最大的遺憾？
EN:Let me try to frame this in a different way.
翻譯:讓我試著用另一種方式來說明這件事。
正式寫作注意：在正式或學術寫作中，應避免將 "frame" 用作口語中的停頓填充詞。其「塑造、構建」的動詞用法雖可接受，但需確保語境清晰、結構嚴謹，不宜過於隨意。
常見短語
What common collocations use "Frame"?What fixed phrases with "Frame" should I remember?
frame a question
frame + [noun]
構思、提出一個問題
frame an argument
frame + [noun]
構建論點；組織論據
frame a picture
frame + [noun]
為畫作裝框
frame someone for a crime
frame + [person] + for + [crime]
誣陷某人犯罪
frame the issue
frame + the + [noun]
界定問題；設定議題框架
frame a response
frame + [noun]
構思回應；組織答覆
frame a shot
frame + [noun]
構圖；取景
frame the debate
frame + the + [noun]
設定辯論的框架；主導辯論方向
常見錯誤
What are common mistakes with "Frame"?Which "Frame" sentences look correct but are wrong?
×He framed the picture on the wall.
✓He hung the picture on the wall.
「frame」指的是將畫放入畫框的動作，而不是將畫掛在牆上。掛畫的正確動詞是「hang」。
×The window was framed by wood.
✓The window was framed with wood.
描述「用某種材料製作框架」時，應使用介系詞「with」，表示使用的材料。使用「by」會使句子聽起來像是被動語態的動作執行者，語意不正確。
×He framed a question to the teacher.
✓He posed/asked a question to the teacher.
「frame」用於「構思、組織」問題、論點或句子時，指的是精心設計其結構與措辭，使其更有效或更清晰。一般性的「提問」應使用「ask」或「pose」。
×She was framed for the crime she didn't do.
✓She was framed for a crime she didn't commit.
「frame someone for a crime」是固定搭配，指「誣陷某人犯罪」。使用「do」來搭配「crime」不夠正式且不自然，應使用「commit a crime」。
×Can you help me to frame this?
✓Can you help me frame this?
在動詞「help」後面，接另一個動詞時，可以省略「to」，直接使用原形動詞（bare infinitive）。「help someone (to) do something」兩種形式都正確，但省略「to」在口語中更為常見。
×The discussion was framed around three main points.
✓The discussion was framed around three main points.
此句文法正確，但學習者常誤解其意。這裡的「frame」並非「裝框」，而是「以...為中心來組織、構建」討論、議題或敘述。這是一個較進階的用法。
詞形變化
What are the word forms of "Frame"?What are tense/participle forms of "Frame"?
frames(3rd_singular)framing(present_participle)framed(past)framed(past_participle)