1. a repeated decorative design
重複出現的裝飾性圖案
The fabric has a beautiful floral pattern.
這塊布料有美麗的花卉圖案。
She wore a dress with a geometric pattern.
她穿了一件帶有幾何圖案的連衣裙。
Pattern Meaning（定義、用法、例句與發音）
pattern
noun
快速理解
What does "Pattern" mean?What are 2-3 core uses of "Pattern"?
「pattern」主要指重複出現的規律、模型或設計樣式。
- 1
重複的規律
EN: a regular and repeated way in which something happens or is done
翻譯: 指事情發生或進行的固定、重複的方式或規律。
- 2
模型、範例
EN: a model or design used as a guide in making something
翻譯: 指製作物品時所依據的模型、樣板或設計圖。
- 3
裝飾圖案
EN: a decorative arrangement of shapes, colors, or lines
翻譯: 指布料、壁紙等物品上裝飾性的形狀、顏色或線條排列。
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典型範例
EN: a particular way in which something is organized or happens
翻譯: 指某事物被組織或發生的特定方式，常指可效仿的典型例子。
小提醒：注意「pattern」在中文中根據語境有不同的翻譯，如「模式」、「圖案」、「樣式」或「範例」，需根據上下文選擇最貼切的用詞。
發音（How to Pronounce "Pattern" in English）
How to pronounce "Pattern" in English?"Pattern" US vs UK pronunciation
點擊下方的 US / UK 按鈕可播放發音。
Real-life Examples of "Pattern" from YouTube Videos
Metal that breathes | Doris Kim Sung
TED
“I'm also looking at trying to develop some building components for the market, and so here you see a pretty typical double-glazed window panel, and in that panel, between those two pieces of glass, that double-glazing, I'm trying to work on making a thermo-bimetal pattern system so that when the sun hits that outside layer and heats that interior cavity, that thermo-bimetal will begin to curl, and what actually will happen then is it'll start to block out the sun in certain areas of the building, and totally if necessary.”
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Definitions（定義）
What are the definitions of "Pattern"?How does "Pattern" change by context?
2. a regular and intelligible form or sequence discernible in the way something happens or is done
（事情發生或進行的）模式，方式
The study revealed a pattern of behavior common to all subjects.
這項研究揭示了所有受試者共有的行為模式。
There is a predictable pattern to the seasons.
季節的變化有一個可預測的模式。
3. a model or design used as a guide in making something
（製作某物的）樣式，模型，紙樣
She used a sewing pattern to make her own dress.
她用縫紉紙樣來製作自己的連衣裙。
The architect showed us the pattern for the new building.
建築師向我們展示了新大樓的模型。
4. a combination of qualities, acts, tendencies, etc., forming a consistent or characteristic arrangement
（品質、行為、傾向等形成的）典型模式，特徵
His speech patterns are very distinctive.
他的說話模式非常獨特。
The weather pattern this year has been unusual.
今年的天氣型態很不尋常。
Grammar & Patterns（句型）
What are common sentence patterns for "Pattern"?How to make natural sentences with "Pattern"?
| Pattern | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| pattern + of + noun | ...的模式/樣式 | The pattern of stars in the sky is beautiful. (天空中星星的圖案很美。) |
| follow a pattern | 遵循一種模式 | The data seems to follow a predictable pattern. (數據似乎遵循一種可預測的模式。) |
| a pattern + for + noun | 用於...的樣式/範本 | She created a pattern for the new dress. (她為新洋裝設計了一個樣式。) |
| fit/break the pattern | 符合/打破模式 | His behavior fits the pattern of previous incidents. (他的行為符合先前事件的模式。) |
| in a pattern | 以某種模式 | The tiles were arranged in a geometric pattern. (瓷磚以幾何圖案排列。) |
| pattern + that-clause | ...的模式 | Researchers observed a pattern that repeated every few hours. (研究人員觀察到一個每隔幾小時重複一次的模式。) |
用法說明
How is "Pattern" different from similar structures?What usage mistakes are common with "Pattern"?
pattern of doing vs pattern to do
- 名詞 pattern 後方通常接 of doing，表示「做某事的模式或習慣」。
- 在正式或書面語中，有時會見到 pattern to do 的結構，用以描述「一種做某事的典型方式」，但較為少見。
- 最常見且自然的用法是 pattern of + [名詞] 或 pattern of + [動名詞 (doing)]，用來指可觀察到的重複性規律。 EN: Researchers observed a consistent pattern of migrating south in the autumn. 翻譯: 研究人員觀察到這些鳥類在秋季南遷的一貫模式。
EN:The company established a clear pattern to follow for all new projects.
翻譯:該公司為所有新專案建立了一個明確的遵循模式。
總結建議
一般情況下，使用 pattern of doing 來描述行為或事件的慣常模式是最安全且最自然的選擇。
易混淆對比
What is the difference between "Pattern" and similar words?How to choose "Pattern" vs alternatives?
pattern vs model
「pattern」強調重複出現的結構或樣式；「model」則指用於模仿或解釋的典範或原型。
pattern vs design
「pattern」是構成「design」的重複性元素；「design」是整體的、有意識的創作規劃。
pattern vs trend
「pattern」是結構性的重複；「trend」是方向性的變化，通常隨時間發展。
口語用法
How is "Pattern" used in spoken English?What is the spoken vs formal difference for "Pattern"?
引述
在口語中，'pattern' 常用來引述或總結一個觀察到的規律或趨勢。 EN: So the pattern I'm seeing is that sales drop every quarter. 翻譯: 所以我觀察到的規律是，銷售額每季都會下滑。
EN:Yeah, that's the pattern with these old machines—they break down when you need them most.
翻譯:對，這些舊機器就是這個模式——總是在你最需要的時候故障。
語氣強調
說話者會用 'pattern' 來強調某種行為或事件是重複發生的，並非單一事件。 EN: It's not a one-time thing; it's a pattern of behavior. 翻譯: 這不是一次性的，這是一種行為模式。
EN:There's a clear pattern here: every time we launch a new product, they copy it within months.
翻譯:這裡有個明顯的模式：每次我們推出新產品，他們幾個月內就會抄襲。
停頓填充
在組織思緒或尋找合適詞語時，'pattern' 有時會作為一個填充詞，引出後續的解釋。 EN: The whole... pattern of communication just feels off. 翻譯: 整個...溝通模式就是感覺不對勁。
EN:I'm trying to understand the, you know, pattern behind these decisions.
翻譯:我在試圖理解這些決定背後的，你知道的，模式。
正式寫作注意：在正式或學術寫作中，應避免將 'pattern' 用作填充詞或過於口語化的引述。應使用更精確的術語（如 'trend', 'regularity', 'model'）並確保上下文邏輯嚴謹，而非依賴口語停頓的節奏。
常見短語
What common collocations use "Pattern"?What fixed phrases with "Pattern" should I remember?
pattern of behavior
pattern of [noun]
行為模式
follow a pattern
follow a/the pattern
遵循模式
set a pattern
set a pattern (for)
樹立模式
weather pattern
[noun] pattern
天氣型態
break the pattern
break the pattern
打破模式
speech pattern
[noun] pattern
說話模式
emerge a pattern
a pattern emerges
模式浮現
常見錯誤
What are common mistakes with "Pattern"?Which "Pattern" sentences look correct but are wrong?
×I can see pattern in the data.
✓I can see a pattern in the data.
作為可數名詞，指一個特定的模式時，通常需要不定冠詞 'a'。
×The wallpaper has beautiful patterns.
✓The wallpaper has a beautiful pattern.
當描述一個整體、重複的設計時，通常用單數 'a pattern'。用複數 'patterns' 可能暗示多種不同的、不相關的圖案。
×She is a pattern for all young athletes.
✓She is a role model for all young athletes.
'Pattern' 主要指重複出現的形式、樣式或模型（如設計圖、行為模式）。指值得效仿的『榜樣』時，應用 'role model'。
×He has a pattern of biting his nails when nervous.
✓He has a habit of biting his nails when nervous.
雖然 'pattern' 可以指行為模式，但對於個人、重複的具體動作（如咬指甲），更常用 'habit'。'Pattern' 更側重於可觀察、有系統性的規律。
×Please cut the fabric according the pattern.
✓Please cut the fabric according to the pattern.
'According' 必須與 'to' 連用。或可使用其他動詞如 'follow' 或 'use'。
×The pattern of the results are interesting.
✓The pattern of the results is interesting.
主詞是單數名詞 'pattern'，因此動詞應使用單數形式 'is'。'of the results' 是修飾語，不影響主詞的單複數。
詞形變化
What are the word forms of "Pattern"?What are tense/participle forms of "Pattern"?