1. to arrange in a particular order
按特定順序排列
The librarian sequenced the books according to their publication dates.
圖書館員按照出版日期將書籍排序。
Please sequence these tasks by priority.
請按優先級將這些任務排序。
Sequence Meaning（定義、用法、例句與發音）
sequence
verb
快速理解
What does "Sequence" mean?What are 2-3 core uses of "Sequence"?
「sequence」作為動詞，意指將事物按特定順序排列或組織。
- 1
按順序排列
EN: to arrange things in a particular order
翻譯: 將事物按特定順序排列。
- 2
確定順序
EN: to determine the order of a series of items
翻譯: 確定一系列項目的先後次序。
- 3
使接續發生
EN: to cause events or actions to follow one after another
翻譯: 使事件或行動一個接一個地發生。
- 4
基因定序
EN: to determine the order of nucleotides in a DNA or RNA molecule
翻譯: 確定DNA或RNA分子中核苷酸的排列順序。
小提醒：「sequence」作動詞時，其受詞通常是需要被排序的「事物」本身，而非順序。例如，正確用法是「sequence the data」（將資料排序），而非「sequence the order」。
發音（How to Pronounce "Sequence" in English）
How to pronounce "Sequence" in English?"Sequence" US vs UK pronunciation
點擊下方的 US / UK 按鈕可播放發音。
Real-life Examples of "Sequence" from YouTube Videos
Ellen Jorgensen: Biohacking -- you can do it, too
TED
“By the end of this year, we'll be able to sequence the three million bits of information in your genome in less than a day and for less than 1,000 euros.”
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Definitions（定義）
What are the definitions of "Sequence"?How does "Sequence" change by context?
2. to determine the order of components in a biological molecule
測定生物分子中成分的順序
Scientists sequenced the entire human genome in the early 2000s.
科學家在二十一世紀初測定了整個人類基因組的序列。
The lab is working to sequence the DNA of the newly discovered virus.
實驗室正在努力測定新發現病毒的DNA序列。
3. to edit and arrange (video clips, music, etc.) in a specific order
編輯並排列（影片片段、音樂等）成特定順序
The film editor sequenced the shots to create a suspenseful opening scene.
電影剪輯師將鏡頭排序，以營造一個充滿懸念的開場畫面。
She sequenced the songs on the album to tell a story.
她將專輯中的歌曲排序，以講述一個故事。
Grammar & Patterns（句型）
What are common sentence patterns for "Sequence"?How to make natural sentences with "Sequence"?
| Pattern | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| sequence + noun | 將…排序、安排順序 | The software can sequence the DNA samples automatically. (該軟體能自動為DNA樣本排序。) |
| sequence + noun + adverb/prepositional phrase | 按…順序安排 | She carefully sequenced the slides for the presentation. (她仔細地為簡報的投影片安排了順序。) |
| be sequenced | 被定序、被排序 | The entire genome was sequenced in record time. (整個基因組在創紀錄的時間內被定序完成。) |
| sequence + noun + to + verb | 安排…以… | The director sequenced the scenes to build suspense. (導演安排了場景的順序以營造懸念。) |
用法說明
How is "Sequence" different from similar structures?What usage mistakes are common with "Sequence"?
sequence doing vs sequence to do
- sequence doing 通常用於描述一個已經安排好的、確定的步驟或流程，強調的是「按順序進行某個動作」這個事實本身。
- sequence to do 則更常出現在表示目的、意圖或為了某個目標而安排順序的語境中，特別是與
need to,have to,in order to等詞連用時。 - 在描述一個標準操作程序或既定流程時，使用 sequence doing 更為自然。
- 當句子主語是「人」且有明確的意圖去安排順序以達成某事時，使用 sequence to do 結構。 EN: The software sequences loading the modules to ensure stability. 翻譯: 該軟體會依序載入模組以確保穩定性。
EN:We need to sequence the tasks to do in order to meet the deadline.
翻譯:我們需要為待辦任務排序，以便在截止日期前完成。
總結建議
一般情況下，描述既定流程時用「sequence doing」，而表達為了某個目的而安排順序時則用「sequence to do」。
易混淆對比
What is the difference between "Sequence" and similar words?How to choose "Sequence" vs alternatives?
sequence vs arrange
「sequence」強調按特定順序（如時間、邏輯、數字）排列，通常有內在規律；「arrange」則泛指整理、安排，順序可能基於便利或美觀。
sequence vs order
「sequence」側重於建立或遵循一個連續的序列；「order」則強調整理成有條理的狀態，或指命令。
sequence vs schedule
「sequence」關注項目之間的順序關係；「schedule」則為項目分配具體的時間點或時段。
口語用法
How is "Sequence" used in spoken English?What is the spoken vs formal difference for "Sequence"?
引述
在口語中，當引述或轉述一連串的項目、步驟或事件時，常用 "sequence" 來表示「按順序排列」或「依序進行」的動作。 EN: So, after you log in, the app sequences you through the setup steps: profile first, then preferences. 翻譯: 所以，在你登入後，應用程式會引導你依序完成設定步驟：先是個人檔案，然後是偏好設定。
EN:She sequenced the story for us, starting from how they met all the way to the wedding.
翻譯:她為我們依序講述了整個故事，從他們如何相遇一直講到婚禮。
語氣強調
在對話中，使用 "sequence" 可以強調事情是「有條理地」、「按部就班地」發生，而非隨機或混亂的。 EN: Don't just throw the data at me. Can you sequence the key findings logically? 翻譯: 別直接把數據丟給我。你能有條理地依序列出關鍵發現嗎？
EN:The magic trick only works if you sequence the movements perfectly.
翻譯:這個魔術只有當你完美地依序完成每個動作時才會成功。
停頓填充
在較為隨性或思考性的對話中，說話者可能會用 "sequence" 作為一個短暫的停頓點，來整理思緒或接下來的要點。 EN: My plan for the day is to... sequence my tasks: email, meeting, then the report. 翻譯: 我今天的計劃是…把任務排個順序：先處理電郵，然後開會，最後寫報告。
EN:Let me just sequence this in my head... first we need approval, then we can order the parts.
翻譯:讓我在腦子裡理一下順序…首先我們需要獲得批准，然後才能訂購零件。
正式寫作注意：在正式或學術寫作中，"sequence" 作為動詞的使用較為精確且有限，通常用於描述科學、技術或邏輯上的排序過程。在一般敘述或描述中，使用 "arrange in order"、"outline" 或 "detail step by step" 可能更為自然。口語中較為隨性的用法應避免出現在正式文體中。
常見短語
What common collocations use "Sequence"?What fixed phrases with "Sequence" should I remember?
sequence the data
sequence + [noun]
將數據按順序排列
sequence the events
sequence + [noun]
按時間順序排列事件
sequence the genome
sequence + [noun]
對基因組進行定序
sequence the tasks
sequence + [noun]
安排任務的順序
sequence the shots
sequence + [noun]
安排鏡頭的順序
sequence the DNA
sequence + [noun]
對DNA進行定序
sequence the steps
sequence + [noun]
安排步驟的順序
常見錯誤
What are common mistakes with "Sequence"?Which "Sequence" sentences look correct but are wrong?
×We need to sequence the data in a correct sequence.
✓We need to sequence the data correctly.
Avoid using 'sequence' as both verb and noun in the same clause. Use the verb 'sequence' and then an adverb or prepositional phrase to describe how.
×Sequence these events with chronological order.
✓Sequence these events in chronological order.
The correct preposition to describe the method or system of sequencing is 'in', not 'with'.
×The steps were sequenced by the computer.
✓The computer sequenced the steps.
While grammatically correct, the passive voice is often less direct. In technical or instructional writing, the active voice (subject + verb + object) is usually clearer and more concise.
×Before analysis, we must sequence.
✓Before analysis, we must sequence the DNA samples.
'Sequence' as a transitive verb requires a direct object (what is being ordered). The object must be clearly stated.
×Can you sequence the furniture in the living room?
✓Can you arrange the furniture in the living room?
'Sequence' implies putting things in a specific, often logical or temporal, order (like steps, data, genes). For placing physical objects in a space, use 'arrange', 'organize', or 'set up'.
×Yesterday I am sequencing the files.
✓Yesterday I sequenced the files.
Use the simple past tense for completed actions in the past. The present continuous ('am sequencing') is for actions happening now.
詞形變化
What are the word forms of "Sequence"?What are tense/participle forms of "Sequence"?
sequences(3rd_singular)sequencing(present_participle)sequenced(past)sequenced(past_participle)