1. coming immediately after this one in time, order, or sequence
緊接在（當前的）之後的；下一個的
I'll see you next week.
我下週見你。
What's the next stop on the train line?
這條火車線的下一站是哪裡？
Turn to the next page, please.
請翻到下一頁。
Next Meaning（定義、用法、例句與發音）
next
adjective
快速理解
What does "Next" mean?What are 2-3 core uses of "Next"?
「next」主要描述時間或空間上緊接在後的人事物。
- 1
時間上的下一個
EN: immediately following in time
翻譯: 指時間順序上緊接在後的。
- 2
空間上的下一個
EN: immediately adjacent in space or order
翻譯: 指位置、序列或清單中緊鄰在後的。
- 3
下一個（用於指定）
EN: the one that follows
翻譯: 特指在特定序列中即將到來或輪到的那一個。
- 4
緊接的（重要性或程度）
EN: immediately following in importance or degree
翻譯: 指重要性、程度或規模上僅次於當前所指的。
小提醒：「next」在表示「下一個」時，前面通常會加定冠詞「the」，例如「the next day」（第二天）。若表示「下一個要…的人」，則常用「next in line」。
發音（How to Pronounce "Next" in English）
How to pronounce "Next" in English?"Next" US vs UK pronunciation
點擊下方的 US / UK 按鈕可播放發音。
Real-life Examples of "Next" from YouTube Videos
Steven Schwaitzberg: A universal translator for surgeons
TED
“Now go ahead and cut. Very good, Oscar, I'll see you next week, SS. So that's what we're working on in our quest for the universal translator.”
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Definitions（定義）
What are the definitions of "Next"?How does "Next" change by context?
2. immediately adjacent in space or position
緊鄰的；隔壁的
She lives in the house next to the park.
她住在公園隔壁的房子。
Could you pass me the next book on the shelf?
你能把書架上緊鄰的那本書遞給我嗎？
The next room is the conference room.
隔壁房間是會議室。
3. the most immediate or upcoming in importance or consideration
接下來（最重要或最需考慮）的
The next question is crucial for our decision.
接下來的這個問題對我們的決定至關重要。
What's the next step in the process?
這個流程的下一步是什麼？
Our next priority is to secure funding.
我們接下來的首要任務是確保資金。
4. immediately afterwards; following in time or order
接下來；然後；緊接著
First, we need to gather the materials. Next, we can start building.
首先，我們需要收集材料。接下來，我們可以開始建造。
What happened next?
接下來發生了什麼事？
She finished her drink and next ordered a coffee.
她喝完飲料，然後點了一杯咖啡。
5. on the first subsequent occasion
下一次
When I next saw him, he looked much happier.
我下一次見到他時，他看起來開心多了。
We'll discuss this matter next we meet.
我們下次見面時會討論這件事。
Grammar & Patterns（句型）
What are common sentence patterns for "Next"?How to make natural sentences with "Next"?
| Pattern | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| the next + noun (singular/plural) | 下一個／接下來的（名詞） | We'll meet at the next bus stop. (我們在下一個公車站見面。) |
| next + time period (week, month, year) | 下一個（時間段） | She is starting her new job next Monday. (她下週一開始新工作。) |
| the next + ordinal number (first, second, etc.) + noun | 接下來的第（序數）（名詞） | He was the next person in line. (他是隊伍中的下一個人。) |
| be next to + noun/pronoun | 緊鄰著（名詞／代名詞） | The pharmacy is next to the supermarket. (藥局緊鄰著超市。) |
| What's next? | 接下來呢？／下一步是什麼？ | We've finished the report. What's next? (我們完成報告了。接下來呢？) |
| next in line (for/to) | （輪到）下一個（做某事） | She is next in line for the promotion. (她是下一個獲得晉升的人。) |
用法說明
How is "Next" different from similar structures?What usage mistakes are common with "Next"?
next to + N 與 next + N 的區別
- next to + N 主要表示空間上的「緊鄰、在…旁邊」，是一個介系詞片語。
- next + N 則表示時間或序列上的「下一個」，是一個形容詞修飾名詞的結構。
- 在口語中，有時會省略
to，直接用next表示「旁邊」，但這並非正式用法。 - 在書寫或正式場合，應明確區分兩者，以避免混淆位置與順序。 EN: Please sit next to me. 翻譯: 請坐在我旁邊。
EN:The next meeting is on Monday.
翻譯:下一次會議在星期一。
總結建議
在表達空間位置時使用「next to + N」，表達時間或順序時使用「next + N」，兩者不宜混用。
易混淆對比
What is the difference between "Next" and similar words?How to choose "Next" vs alternatives?
next vs following
「next」通常指緊接在後的單一項目或時間點，強調順序上的直接性；「following」則可指接下來的一段時間或多個項目，範圍較廣。
next vs subsequent
「next」特指緊接在後的；「subsequent」則泛指之後的任何一個，不一定緊接，且更正式、多用於書面。
next vs coming
兩者皆可指「即將到來的」，但「next」更側重於序列中的位置；「coming」則更強調時間上的接近，常用於指即將開始的一段時期。
口語用法
How is "Next" used in spoken English?What is the spoken vs formal difference for "Next"?
引述
在對話中，常用來引述或轉述他人的話，表示「接下來要說的是…」。 EN: And then she was like, "Next, I'm going to travel to Japan." 翻譯: 然後她就說：「接下來，我打算去日本旅行。」
EN:He told me, "Next on the agenda is the budget discussion."
翻譯:他告訴我：「議程的下一項是預算討論。」
語氣強調
用來強調即將發生的事件或順序中的重要性，帶有「緊接著的」、「下一個就是」的強調語氣。 EN: Wait for it… the next scene is absolutely incredible! 翻譯: 等著看…接下來的這一幕絕對精彩！
EN:If you think this is good, just wait till the next part.
翻譯:如果你覺得這已經很棒了，等著看下一部分吧。
停頓填充
在思考或組織語句時，作為短暫的填充詞，類似「然後」、「接著」。 EN: So we finished the report, and, next… oh right, we need to email it. 翻譯: 所以我們完成了報告，然後，接下來…哦對，我們得把它用電郵寄出去。
EN:First, add the eggs. Next… um, slowly mix in the flour.
翻譯:首先，加入雞蛋。接下來…嗯，慢慢拌入麵粉。
正式寫作注意：在正式或學術寫作中，應避免將 "next" 用作填充詞或過於口語化的引述方式，建議使用更明確的連接詞如 "subsequently"、"following this" 或 "the next step is" 來維持文章的嚴謹性。
常見短語
What common collocations use "Next"?What fixed phrases with "Next" should I remember?
next to
prepositional phrase
緊鄰；在…旁邊
next in line
noun phrase
下一個；繼任者
the next best thing
noun phrase
次佳的選擇；退而求其次的選擇
next of kin
noun phrase
最近親；直系親屬
next day
adjective + noun
次日；第二天
next step
adjective + noun
下一步
next time
adverbial phrase
下次
常見錯誤
What are common mistakes with "Next"?Which "Next" sentences look correct but are wrong?
×I will see you next Monday.
✓I will see you next Monday.
This is actually correct. A common mistake is using 'the next' incorrectly. For example, 'I will see you the next Monday' (when referring to the Monday of the following week) is wrong. Use 'the next' only when referring to a sequence from a specific past or future point (e.g., 'The next Monday after the holiday was very busy').
×In the next chapter, we will discuss this topic.
✓In the next chapter, we will discuss this topic.
This is also correct. The mistake is confusing 'next' with 'following'. 'Next' typically refers to the immediate one in sequence from now. 'Following' is used after a stated point in time or sequence. For instance, 'The meeting is on Monday. The following day, I'm leaving' is correct. Using 'next day' here would be ambiguous.
×My house is next the park.
✓My house is next to the park.
'Next' as an adjective meaning 'coming immediately after' does not stand alone to describe physical location. For location, you must use the prepositional phrase 'next to' (meaning adjacent to). 'Near' or 'close to' are synonyms but do not imply immediate adjacency.
×Next time I will go to Japan, I want to visit Kyoto.
✓Next time I go to Japan, I want to visit Kyoto.
In time clauses introduced by 'next time', 'when', 'before', 'after', etc., we use the present simple tense to refer to the future, not 'will'.
×Who is the next?
✓Who is next?
When 'next' is used as a pronoun meaning 'the next person or thing', the definite article 'the' is often omitted, especially in questions and short answers about sequence or turn.
詞形變化
What are the word forms of "Next"?What are tense/participle forms of "Next"?