1. existing from the beginning; first or earliest
原始的，最初的
The original plan was to leave at noon.
最初的計劃是中午離開。
This is the original version of the document.
這是文件的原始版本。
Original Meaning（定義、用法、例句與發音）
original
adjective
快速理解
What does "Original" mean?What are 2-3 core uses of "Original"?
形容事物最初的、有創意的，或指最初的版本或人。
- 1
最初的
EN: existing from the beginning; first or earliest
翻譯: 指事物最初存在的狀態或最早的版本。
- 2
原創的
EN: created directly and personally by a particular artist; not a copy
翻譯: 指由創作者親自構思、獨特且非模仿的作品或想法。
- 3
新穎的
EN: fresh and unusual; showing new ideas
翻譯: 指想法、設計等新鮮、不尋常且富有新意的。
- 4
原物/本人
EN: the earliest form of something, or the person from whom a copy is made
翻譯: 指被複製或模仿的最初物件或本人。
小提醒：注意 'original' 作名詞時，指的是『原作』或『原件』，例如：'This painting is a copy; the original is in a museum.'（這幅畫是複製品，原作在博物館裡）。
發音（How to Pronounce "Original" in English）
How to pronounce "Original" in English?"Original" US vs UK pronunciation
點擊下方的 US / UK 按鈕可播放發音。
Real-life Examples of "Original" from YouTube Videos
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“They were the original shoulders, And while a surprising number of important inventions come out of that distant time, what I want to talk to you about today is the invention of graphic communication.”
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Definitions（定義）
What are the definitions of "Original"?How does "Original" change by context?
2. created directly and personally by a particular artist; not a copy
原創的，非複製的
She bought an original painting by a famous artist.
她買了一幅著名藝術家的原創畫作。
Is this the original manuscript or a photocopy?
這是原稿還是影印本？
3. new and different; showing a fresh and inventive quality
新穎的，有創意的
He has a very original way of thinking.
他的思考方式非常新穎。
The design is highly original and has won several awards.
這個設計極具創意，已贏得多個獎項。
4. the earliest form of something, from which copies can be made
原件，原作，原物
Please keep the original of the contract for your records.
請保留合約的原件以供存檔。
The museum displays a copy; the original is too fragile.
博物館展出的是複製品，原作太脆弱了。
Grammar & Patterns（句型）
What are common sentence patterns for "Original"?How to make natural sentences with "Original"?
| Pattern | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| original + noun | 原始的、最初的 + 名詞 | The original plan was much more ambitious. (最初的計畫要宏大得多。) |
| original + in + noun/gerund | 在…方面有原創性 | She is highly original in her approach to problem-solving. (她在解決問題的方法上極具原創性。) |
| be original | 有原創性的、獨創的 | His ideas are always fresh and original. (他的想法總是新穎且富有創意。) |
| the original + noun | 原版的、原作的 + 名詞 | I prefer the original version of the song. (我更喜歡這首歌的原版。) |
| original to + person/place/time | 源自於…的、…所獨有的 | This architectural style is original to the region. (這種建築風格是該地區所獨有的。) |
| original with + person | 由…原創的 | The concept was original with the young designer. (這個概念是由那位年輕設計師原創的。) |
用法說明
How is "Original" different from similar structures?What usage mistakes are common with "Original"?
original in doing vs original to do
- original in doing 強調在進行某個特定行為或過程中所展現的獨創性。
- original to do 則強調「做某事」這個行為本身是獨特、新穎的，常用於評價一個想法或提議。
- 當描述某人的思考或創作方式時，通常使用 original in thinking/designing 等結構。
- 在評價一個行動方案或建議時，則常用 It is original to (do something) 的句型。 EN: She was original in designing the user interface. 翻譯: 她在設計使用者介面方面很有獨創性。
EN:It was original to combine traditional music with electronic beats.
翻譯:將傳統音樂與電子節拍結合，這個想法很新穎。
總結建議
描述行為過程中的原創性用「original in doing」，評價某個行動或想法本身新穎則用「original to do」。
易混淆對比
What is the difference between "Original" and similar words?How to choose "Original" vs alternatives?
original vs initial
「original」強調從一開始就存在、未經修改的原始狀態；「initial」則指時間順序上的最初階段或開始點。
original vs genuine
「original」強調是第一個版本或來源；「genuine」強調真實性、非仿冒，且可用於描述人的真誠。
original vs creative
「original」強調前所未有、獨一無二；「creative」強調富有想像力與創造力，但不一定是首創。
口語用法
How is "Original" used in spoken English?What is the spoken vs formal difference for "Original"?
引述
用於引述或轉述他人的話，強調其「原話如此」或「最初的說法」。 EN: He said, and I quote, "We need to go back to the original plan." 翻譯: 他說，我引述一下，「我們需要回到最初的計畫。」
EN:Her original words were, "I'm not interested," but she changed her mind later.
翻譯:她原話是說「我沒興趣」，但後來改變主意了。
語氣強調
在口語中用來強調某事物的「原版」、「最初版本」或「未經改變的狀態」，常帶有對比意味。 EN: No, I want the original version of the song, not the remix. 翻譯: 不，我要這首歌的原版，不是混音版。
EN:The original idea was much better before all these changes.
翻譯:原本的點子在這些改動之前好多了。
停頓填充
在思考或組織語言時，作為填充詞使用，類似於「原本呢…」、「是這樣的…」來引出背景或對比。 EN: So, original... we were going to meet at five, but then it got pushed back. 翻譯: 所以，原本呢…我們是約五點，但後來時間往後推了。
EN:The original... let me think... the original budget was only half of this.
翻譯:最初的…讓我想想…最初的預算只有這個的一半。
正式寫作注意：在正式或學術寫作中，應避免將 "original" 用作「停頓填充」的用法。引述用法也應以更正式的方式呈現（如使用 "the original statement was..."），而非直接模仿口語中的停頓語氣。
常見短語
What common collocations use "Original"?What fixed phrases with "Original" should I remember?
original idea
original + noun
原創的想法
original intent
original + noun
最初的意圖
original version
original + noun
原始版本
original owner
original + noun
原主，原始擁有者
in the original
preposition + the + original
以原文/原貌
the original and best
the + original + and + best
原創且最優秀的（常為宣傳用語）
original cast
original + noun
原班人馬，原始演員陣容
original manuscript
original + noun
原始手稿
常見錯誤
What are common mistakes with "Original"?Which "Original" sentences look correct but are wrong?
×This is the original of the painting.
✓This is the original painting.
當 'original' 作為形容詞時，應直接修飾名詞，不需加 'of'。'The original of the painting' 意指畫作的原件，但此處語意通常是指「這幅畫是原作」，而非複製品。
×The idea was original came from my brother.
✓The idea originally came from my brother.
此處需要副詞 'originally' 來修飾動詞 'came'，表示「最初、一開始」。形容詞 'original' 無法修飾動詞。
×My original home is in Taipei.
✓My first home was in Taipei. / I am originally from Taipei.
'original' 強調「最初的、原始的、非複製的」，不直接用來表示「第一個」或「出生地」。描述出生地或第一個住所時，應使用 'first' 或 'originally from'。
×His design is very original.
✓His design is highly original. / His design is truly original.
雖然口語中 'very original' 可以接受，但在正式寫作或強調極高的原創性時，使用 'highly', 'truly', 'remarkably' 等副詞搭配 'original' 更為自然和有力。
×This is copy, and that is original.
✓This is a copy, and that is the original.
當 'original' 作為名詞使用，指「原件、原作」時，通常需要定冠詞 'the'，因為它指的是特定、已知的那份原始物件。同樣，'copy' 作為可數名詞也需要冠詞。
×The tradition originals from an ancient festival.
✓The tradition originates from an ancient festival.
'original' 是形容詞或名詞，而 'originate' 是動詞，表示「起源於」。不可將詞性混淆。
詞形變化
What are the word forms of "Original"?What are tense/participle forms of "Original"?