1. to a moderate degree when compared to something else
相對地；比較而言
The test was relatively easy compared to the last one.
相較於上一次，這次的測驗相對簡單。
She's relatively new to the company.
她相對來說是公司的新人。
Relatively Meaning（定義、用法、例句與發音）
relatively
adverb
快速理解
What does "Relatively" mean?What are 2-3 core uses of "Relatively"?
用於比較或對照，表示程度並非絕對，而是相對於其他事物而言。
- 1
比較而言
EN: in comparison with something else
翻譯: 與其他事物相比較
- 2
相對地
EN: to a moderate degree when compared to others
翻譯: 相較於其他情況，程度尚可
- 3
就...而言
EN: considering the specific circumstances
翻譯: 考慮到特定情況
小提醒：「relatively」本身不直接表示「非常」，而是暗示「相對於某個標準或預期」。例如，「relatively easy」意思是「相對於其他更難的事物來說算簡單」，而非「極其簡單」。
發音（How to Pronounce "Relatively" in English）
How to pronounce "Relatively" in English?"Relatively" US vs UK pronunciation
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“Now those affected are gauging the damage. Jos Antonio Brun, a local beekeeper, was relatively lucky.”
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Definitions（定義）
What are the definitions of "Relatively"?How does "Relatively" change by context?
2. used to say something is true or correct to a certain degree, but not completely
在某種程度上；相對來說（表示不完全正確）
That's a relatively accurate description of the event.
那是對該事件相對準確的描述。
The two theories are relatively similar in their conclusions.
這兩個理論的結論相對類似。
3. in relation or proportion to something else
相對於；與...成比例地
Prices have risen relatively slowly this year.
今年的物價上漲相對緩慢。
The cost is relatively low when you consider the benefits.
考慮到效益，這個成本相對較低。
Grammar & Patterns（句型）
What are common sentence patterns for "Relatively"?How to make natural sentences with "Relatively"?
| Pattern | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| relatively + adjective | 相對地… | The task was relatively easy. (這項任務相對簡單。) |
| relatively + adverb | 相對地… | The system performed relatively well. (該系統表現相對良好。) |
| relatively + few/little + noun | 相對較少… | He has relatively few friends. (他的朋友相對較少。) |
| relatively + more/less + adjective | 相對更…/較不… | This model is relatively more efficient. (這個型號相對更有效率。) |
| relatively speaking | 相對而言 | Relatively speaking, the damage was minor. (相對而言，損害是輕微的。) |
用法說明
How is "Relatively" different from similar structures?What usage mistakes are common with "Relatively"?
relatively + adjective vs. relatively + adverb
- relatively + adjective 是最常見的用法，用於修飾形容詞，表示「相對地...」，強調與其他事物比較。
- relatively + adverb 則用於修飾動詞或另一個副詞，表示動作或狀態的程度是相對的。
- 在正式寫作中，relatively 通常不直接修飾動詞的 -ing 形式（如 relatively doing）或不定詞（如 relatively to do）。
- 沒有 would relatively to + V 這樣的結構；若要表達「相對地想要...」，應使用其他方式，如 would like to... relatively soon。 EN: The task was relatively easy for an experienced programmer. 翻譯: 對有經驗的程式設計師來說，這項任務相對簡單。
EN:The car is moving relatively slowly compared to the others on the highway.
翻譯:與高速公路上其他車輛相比，這輛車開得相對緩慢。
總結建議
在大多數情況下，使用「relatively + 形容詞」來修飾名詞的性質，或使用「relatively + 副詞」來修飾動作的程度即可。
易混淆對比
What is the difference between "Relatively" and similar words?How to choose "Relatively" vs alternatives?
relatively vs comparatively
兩者皆表示「相對地」，但 'relatively' 更常用於口語和非正式場合，強調與一般標準或預期相比；'comparatively' 則更正式，強調與特定事物或類別進行比較。
relatively vs fairly
'relatively' 強調與其他事物或一般情況的對比；'fairly' 則單純表示「相當地、頗」，描述程度中等，不一定隱含比較。
relatively vs quite
'relatively' 側重於相對性或比較後的結果；'quite' 則表示「十分、完全」，強調絕對程度，且語氣通常比 'fairly' 更強。
口語用法
How is "Relatively" used in spoken English?What is the spoken vs formal difference for "Relatively"?
引述
在口語中，常用來引述一個普遍看法或一般性描述，使自己的陳述聽起來更客觀、不絕對。 EN: It's relatively easy to get tickets for the weekday shows. 翻譯: 平日場次的票相對來說比較好買。
EN:He's relatively new to the team, so he's still learning the ropes.
翻譯:他相對來說是團隊的新人，所以還在熟悉工作。
語氣強調
用於比較時，強調差異並非極端巨大，帶有緩和語氣的作用，避免聽者覺得你在誇大。 EN: The exam was relatively straightforward compared to the practice tests. 翻譯: 跟練習考比起來，這次考試相對直接一些。
EN:I'm feeling relatively better today, thanks for asking.
翻譯:我今天感覺相對好一點了，謝謝關心。
停頓填充
在即時對話中思考下一句話時，可作為一種填充詞，使停頓不那麼突兀，同時暗示接下來的內容是經過粗略比較的。 EN: So, the project is... relatively... on track, but we've hit a few snags. 翻譯: 所以，這個專案...相對來說...還在軌道上，但我們遇到了一些小問題。
EN:Her reaction was, you know, relatively calm under the circumstances.
翻譯:她的反應，你知道的，在那種情況下相對冷靜。
正式寫作注意：在學術或正式商業寫作中，應避免將 "relatively" 用作模糊的填充詞。建議提供具體的比較基準（例如 "relatively high compared to the industry average"），或使用更精確的副詞（如 "moderately", "comparatively"）來提升嚴謹性。
常見短語
What common collocations use "Relatively"?What fixed phrases with "Relatively" should I remember?
relatively [adjective]
relatively + adjective
相對地...
relatively speaking
sentence modifier
相對而言
relatively few / little
relatively + few/little + noun
相對少數的 / 相對少量的
relatively high / low
relatively + high/low
相對高的 / 相對低的
relatively unknown
relatively + unknown
相對不為人知的
relatively early / late
relatively + early/late
相對早的 / 相對晚的
relatively stable
relatively + stable
相對穩定的
relatively recent
relatively + recent
相對近期的
常見錯誤
What are common mistakes with "Relatively"?Which "Relatively" sentences look correct but are wrong?
×It is a relatively easy problem to solve.
✓It is a relatively easy problem to solve.
雖然此句文法正確，但學習者常將 'relatively' 誤置於形容詞之後，如 'easy relatively problem'。'Relatively' 應直接置於所修飾的形容詞或副詞之前。
×The room is relatively empty. (When there is absolutely nothing in it)
✓The room is completely empty.
'Relatively' 用於比較情境，表示相對於其他事物或標準而言。若情況是絕對的（如完全空無一物），則應使用 'completely', 'absolutely' 等詞。
×This car is relatively more expensive than that one.
✓This car is relatively expensive compared to that one. / This car is more expensive than that one.
'Relatively' 本身已隱含比較意味，通常不與比較級 'more', 'less' 等直接連用，以避免冗餘。應使用 'compared to' 結構或直接使用比較級。
×Relatively, the company also announced a new policy.
✓In relation to that, the company also announced a new policy. / Relatedly, the company also announced a new policy.
'Relatively' 意為「相對地、比較而言」，不用來連接相關話題。欲表達「相關地、就此而言」，應使用 'relatedly', 'in relation to this', 或 'on a related note'。
×The results were relatively good.
✓The results were relatively good for a first attempt.
使用 'relatively' 時，最好明確或暗示比較的基準（如 'for a first attempt', 'compared to last year'），否則語意可能不夠清晰。
詞形變化
What are the word forms of "Relatively"?What are tense/participle forms of "Relatively"?