1. to write the text for a film, play, broadcast, or speech
為（電影、戲劇、廣播或演講）撰寫劇本或文稿
She was hired to script the new television series.
她被聘請為新的電視連續劇撰寫劇本。
He spent months scripting his acceptance speech.
他花了數月時間撰寫他的獲獎感言。
Script Meaning（定義、用法、例句與發音）
script
verb
快速理解
What does "Script" mean?What are 2-3 core uses of "Script"?
「script」作為動詞，主要指為電影、戲劇等撰寫劇本，或用於描述以特定方式書寫文字。
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撰寫劇本
EN: to write the script for a film, play, broadcast, etc.
翻譯: 為電影、戲劇、廣播節目等撰寫劇本。
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編寫程式/腳本
EN: to write computer code or a series of instructions for a program.
翻譯: 編寫電腦程式碼或為程式撰寫一系列指令。
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以特定文字書寫
EN: to write something using a particular alphabet or writing system.
翻譯: 使用特定的字母系統或書寫體系來書寫文字。
小提醒：注意「script」作動詞時，最常見的用法是「為影視作品寫劇本」，與名詞「手稿」或「腳本」的意思相關但用法不同。
發音（How to Pronounce "Script" in English）
How to pronounce "Script" in English?"Script" US vs UK pronunciation
點擊下方的 US / UK 按鈕可播放發音。
Real-life Examples of "Script" from YouTube Videos
Why are these 32 symbols found in caves all over Europe | Genevieve von Petzinger | TED
TED
“The oldest systems of graphic communication in the world -- Sumerian, cuneiform, Egyptian hieroglyphs, the earliest Chinese script- all emerged between 4,000 and 5,000 years ago, with each coming into existence from an earlier protosystem made up of counting marks and pictographic representations where the meaning and the image were the same, So a picture of a bird would really have represented that animal.”
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Definitions（定義）
What are the definitions of "Script"?How does "Script" change by context?
2. to plan or organize an event or process in detail
詳細規劃或組織（事件或過程）
The entire ceremony was carefully scripted to avoid any surprises.
整個儀式都經過精心規劃，以避免任何意外。
They scripted every moment of the product launch.
他們詳細規劃了產品發布會的每一個環節。
3. to write code for a computer program
為電腦程式編寫程式碼
He scripted a simple tool to automate the data entry task.
他編寫了一個簡單的工具來自動化資料輸入工作。
You can use Python to script complex workflows.
你可以使用 Python 來編寫複雜的工作流程。
Grammar & Patterns（句型）
What are common sentence patterns for "Script"?How to make natural sentences with "Script"?
| Pattern | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| script + noun | 為…撰寫劇本 | He was hired to script the new superhero movie. (他被聘請為這部新的超級英雄電影撰寫劇本。) |
| script + noun + for + noun | 為…撰寫…的劇本 | She scripted the dialogue for the video game. (她為這款電子遊戲撰寫了對話。) |
| be scripted | 是事先寫好/安排的 | The entire ceremony was carefully scripted. (整個儀式都是精心安排的。) |
| script + out + noun | 詳細寫出…的劇本 | The writers need to script out the entire season. (編劇們需要詳細寫出整季的劇本。) |
用法說明
How is "Script" different from similar structures?What usage mistakes are common with "Script"?
script doing vs script to do
- "script doing" 通常描述為一個持續進行的過程或活動編寫腳本，強調腳本正在處理或控制該行為。
- "script to do" 則側重於為達成某個特定目的或一次性任務而編寫腳本，強調腳本的意圖或功能。
- 在描述常規、自動化或監控類任務時，常用 "script doing" 結構。
- 在表達目的、計畫或一次性指令時，則更常使用 "script to do" 結構。 EN: We need to script monitoring the server logs for errors. 翻譯: 我們需要編寫一個監控伺服器錯誤日誌的腳本。
EN:I will script to automatically back up the database at midnight.
翻譯:我將編寫一個在午夜自動備份資料庫的腳本。
總結建議
一般來說，描述腳本持續進行的「工作內容」用 "script doing"，而說明腳本的「設計目的」則用 "script to do"。
易混淆對比
What is the difference between "Script" and similar words?How to choose "Script" vs alternatives?
script vs write
「script」強調為特定媒體（如電影、戲劇）撰寫詳細的對話和場景指示，而「write」泛指一般的書寫或創作行為。
script vs compose
「script」專注於為視聽媒體創作有結構的對話和敘事，而「compose」更側重於音樂、詩歌等藝術作品的創作與結構安排。
script vs draft
「script」指完成一個特定類型（劇本）的創作，而「draft」強調創作的初步階段或草稿，不限文體。
口語用法
How is "Script" used in spoken English?What is the spoken vs formal difference for "Script"?
引述
在對話中，常用來引述或轉述他人的指示、安排或計劃。 EN: So I just did what the director said. He scripted the whole interaction. 翻譯: 所以我就照導演說的做了。他早就把整個互動都安排好了。
EN:Don't blame me, I'm just following the script they gave us for the meeting.
翻譯:別怪我，我只是照著他們給我們的會議劇本走。
語氣強調
用於強調某件事是事先精心策劃或安排的，常帶有負面或諷刺的語氣。 EN: Their reunion felt so awkward, like it was completely scripted. 翻譯: 他們的重逢感覺好尷尬，就像是完全照劇本演的一樣。
EN:Come on, your surprise was totally scripted! I saw the text messages.
翻譯:拜託，你的驚喜完全是安排好的！我看到那些簡訊了。
停頓填充
在思考如何描述一個被精心設計的流程或虛假情境時，作為口語中的停頓填充詞。 EN: The whole ceremony was just... scripted, you know? No real emotion. 翻譯: 整個儀式就是...照本宣科，你懂嗎？沒有真實情感。
EN:His apology seemed kind of... scripted, like he was reading from a card.
翻譯:他的道歉感覺有點...像背稿，好像在念卡片一樣。
正式寫作注意：在正式或學術寫作中，應避免使用「scripted」的口語引申義（如「虛假的」、「安排好的」）。建議使用更精確的詞彙，如「prearranged」、「orchestrated」或「rehearsed」，以保持語言的嚴謹性。
常見短語
What common collocations use "Script"?What fixed phrases with "Script" should I remember?
script something
script + [noun/pronoun]
為某事物撰寫劇本或腳本
script out
script out + [noun phrase]
詳細規劃或撰寫出（劇本、流程等）
script a response
script + a/the + response/reply
預先準備好（標準）回應
carefully scripted
carefully/meticulously + scripted
精心編排/設計的
script a show
script + a/the + [show/program/series]
為（電視、廣播）節目撰寫劇本
script an interaction
script + an/the + interaction/scenario
為互動或情境設計腳本（如用於培訓或軟體）
常見錯誤
What are common mistakes with "Script"?Which "Script" sentences look correct but are wrong?
×I need to write a script for the presentation.
✓I need to write a script for the presentation.
This is actually correct usage of 'script' as a noun. The confusion arises when learners think 'script' as a verb means 'to write a script'. As a verb, 'script' means to write the text for a play, film, or broadcast, or to plan or organize something carefully. The mistake is in misunderstanding the verb form's meaning and usage.
×I scripted a letter to my friend.
✓I wrote a letter to my friend.
'Script' as a verb is not a general synonym for 'write'. It specifically refers to writing text intended for performance (plays, films, broadcasts) or to carefully planning/orchestrating an event or sequence. Use 'write' for general text composition.
×The dialogue sounded unnatural because the actor scripted it himself.
✓The dialogue sounded unnatural because it was poorly scripted.
The verb 'script' is often used in the passive voice ('is scripted', 'was scripted') to describe the state or quality of the written text, especially when the focus is on the result rather than the person who did the writing. The active voice emphasizes the writer.
×I scripted a new program for the task.
✓I wrote a new script for the task.
In computing, 'script' is primarily a noun referring to a set of instructions for a computer program. While 'to script' can technically mean to write such a script, it is far less common. The more natural phrasing uses 'script' as a noun with verbs like 'write', 'create', or 'run'.
×The general scripted the military operation.
✓The general orchestrated/planned the military operation.
While 'script' as a verb can mean 'to plan or organize carefully', it often carries a connotation of pre-determining events or dialogue, sometimes implying a lack of spontaneity. For neutral or positive planning of complex actions, words like 'orchestrate', 'plan', 'mastermind', or 'choreograph' are often more appropriate.
詞形變化
What are the word forms of "Script"?What are tense/participle forms of "Script"?
scripts(3rd_singular)scripting(present_participle)scripted(past)scripted(past_participle)