1. larger in size, amount, or degree
尺寸、數量或程度上更大的
The greater part of the day was spent outdoors.
一天中大部分時間都在戶外度過。
We need a greater effort to finish on time.
我們需要付出更大的努力才能準時完成。
Greater Meaning（定義、用法、例句與發音）
greater
adjective
快速理解
What does "Greater" mean?What are 2-3 core uses of "Greater"?
「greater」主要用於比較，表示在程度、規模或重要性上更大或更強。
- 1
比較級
EN: Used as the comparative form of 'great' to indicate a higher degree or larger amount.
翻譯: 作為「great」的比較級，表示程度更高或數量更大。
- 2
更重要的
EN: Of more importance, significance, or value.
翻譯: 指在重要性、意義或價值上更大。
- 3
更大的範圍
EN: Referring to a larger area, scope, or extent.
翻譯: 指涉更大的區域、範圍或規模。
- 4
更強的強度
EN: Having higher intensity, power, or influence.
翻譯: 擁有更高的強度、力量或影響力。
小提醒：「greater」是「great」的比較級，通常與「than」連用進行比較，例如「greater than」。它不僅用於尺寸，也常用於抽象概念如重要性或強度。
發音（How to Pronounce "Greater" in English）
How to pronounce "Greater" in English?"Greater" US vs UK pronunciation
點擊下方的 US / UK 按鈕可播放發音。
Real-life Examples of "Greater" from YouTube Videos
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“I think the idea that we should be sacrificing these little expenses for the sake of an extra $20, $30 a week, that's an idea that I struggle with, because I think sometimes those little expenses are tied to a sense of community and a sense of greater purpose.”
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Definitions（定義）
What are the definitions of "Greater"?How does "Greater" change by context?
2. more important or of higher quality
更重要的；品質更高的
The greater good of the community must be considered.
必須考慮到社區的更大利益。
He is one of the greater artists of our time.
他是我們這個時代更偉大的藝術家之一。
3. used in names to indicate a larger or more important area
用於地名，表示更大或更重要的區域
We visited Greater London during our trip.
我們在旅行期間參觀了大倫敦地區。
The Greater Tokyo Area is densely populated.
大東京地區人口密集。
4. used in comparisons to indicate a higher degree of a quality
用於比較，表示某種特質的程度更高
With greater confidence, she delivered the speech.
她帶著更大的信心發表了演講。
The new model offers greater efficiency.
新模型提供了更高的效率。
Grammar & Patterns（句型）
What are common sentence patterns for "Greater"?How to make natural sentences with "Greater"?
| Pattern | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| greater than + NOUN | 比…更… | The population of this city is greater than that of the capital. (這個城市的人口比首都還多。) |
| greater + NOUN (uncountable) | 更多的… | We need to show greater patience with the new system. (我們需要對新系統展現更多耐心。) |
| greater + NOUN (plural) | 更多的… | The project will bring greater opportunities for local businesses. (這個計畫將為本地企業帶來更多機會。) |
| the greater part of + NOUN | …的大部分 | He spent the greater part of his life abroad. (他一生中大部分時間都在國外度過。) |
| to a greater or lesser extent | 在某種程度上；或多或少 | All parents influence their children to a greater or lesser extent. (所有父母或多或少都會影響他們的孩子。) |
| greater + NOUN (abstract, e.g., detail, understanding) | 更深入的…；更詳細的… | The report provides greater detail on the financial risks. (這份報告對財務風險提供了更詳細的說明。) |
用法說明
How is "Greater" different from similar structures?What usage mistakes are common with "Greater"?
greater than vs greater of
- greater than 用於比較兩個不同的事物，表示「大於」或「勝過」。
- greater of 則用於從兩個（或多個）選項中選出「較大的那一個」，常與「the」連用，結構為 the greater of A and B。
- 在比較兩個具體數值或程度時，使用 greater than。
- 在指涉從特定集合中選出的較優或較大者時，使用 the greater of。 EN: The benefits of this plan are far greater than the costs. 翻譯: 這項計畫的效益遠大於成本。
EN:We will choose the greater of the two options.
翻譯:我們會從兩個選項中選擇較好的那個。
總結建議
在比較差異時用「greater than」，在從特定選項中選出較大者時用「the greater of」。
易混淆對比
What is the difference between "Greater" and similar words?How to choose "Greater" vs alternatives?
greater vs larger
「greater」多用於抽象概念或程度上的比較，如價值、重要性；「larger」則多用於具體尺寸、面積或數量的比較。
greater vs bigger
「greater」較正式，強調程度、範圍或重要性；「bigger」較口語，多指體積、規模或年齡上的更大。
greater vs higher
「greater」強調整體程度或數量上的優勢；「higher」則專注於高度、水平、等級或數值上的更高。
口語用法
How is "Greater" used in spoken English?What is the spoken vs formal difference for "Greater"?
引述
在口語中，常用來引述或轉述他人對比較結果的看法。 EN: He said the risks were greater than the rewards. 翻譯: 他說風險大於回報。
EN:Everyone felt the pressure was greater this time.
翻譯:大家都覺得這次的壓力更大。
語氣強調
與「much」、「far」、「even」等副詞連用，在對話中加強比較的語氣。 EN: This is a far greater achievement than we expected. 翻譯: 這成就遠比我們預期的要大得多。
EN:We need an even greater effort to finish on time.
翻譯:我們需要付出更大的努力才能準時完成。
停頓填充
在思考或組織語句時，有時會用「the greater...」作為開頭，引出後續的觀點或結論。 EN: The greater... concern is how this affects the team long-term. 翻譯: 更大的……顧慮是這對團隊的長期影響。
EN:The greater... the risk, the more preparation we need.
翻譯:風險越大……我們就需要做更多準備。
正式寫作注意：在正式或學術寫作中，應避免使用口語中的停頓填充結構（如「The greater... concern」），並確保比較對象明確、句子結構完整。
常見短語
What common collocations use "Greater"?What fixed phrases with "Greater" should I remember?
greater than
greater than [noun/number]
大於
the greater good
the greater good
更大的利益；公眾利益
the greater part of
the greater part of [noun]
大部分；主要部分
to a greater extent
to a greater extent
在更大程度上
a greater number of
a greater number of [plural noun]
更多數量的
in greater detail
in greater detail
更詳細地
greater understanding
greater understanding (of)
更深入的理解
常見錯誤
What are common mistakes with "Greater"?Which "Greater" sentences look correct but are wrong?
×He has more experience than me.
✓He has greater experience than me.
雖然 'more' 可用於比較級，但 'greater' 更強調程度、規模或重要性上的超越，常用於抽象名詞（如經驗、理解、機會）。
×The population of Tokyo is greater of New York.
✓The population of Tokyo is greater than that of New York.
比較結構 'greater than' 必須完整，比較對象需對等。當比較兩個不同事物的屬性時，常用 'that of' 或 'those of' 來保持文法一致。
×We need a bigger effort to solve this.
✓We need a greater effort to solve this.
'bigger' 通常指物理尺寸或規模，而 'greater' 更常用於抽象概念，如努力、重要性、影響力、風險等。
×This is much greater better.
✓This is much greater.
'greater' 本身已是比較級，不需再加 'more' 或 'better' 等比較詞。可用 'much', 'far', 'significantly' 等副詞加強程度，但不可重複比較。
×As greater as you study, your score will improve.
✓The greater your effort, the better your score will be.
表示「越…越…」應用 'the + 比較級..., the + 比較級...' 結構，而非 'as...as...'。'greater' 在此結構中常用於前半句。
×This is greater for our previous solution.
✓This is greater than our previous solution.
比較時必須使用正確的介系詞 'than'，不可誤用 'for', 'to', 'from' 等。'greater than' 是固定搭配。
詞形變化
What are the word forms of "Greater"?What are tense/participle forms of "Greater"?