1. putting something in a particular place or position
將某物放置於特定地點或位置
She is setting the vase on the table.
她正把花瓶放在桌子上。
Please set the books down here.
請把書放在這裡。
Setting Meaning（定義、用法、例句與發音）
setting
verb
快速理解
What does "Setting" mean?What are 2-3 core uses of "Setting"?
「setting」作為動詞，核心概念是「放置」或「使處於某種狀態」，並延伸出建立、調整、啟動等相關含義。
- 1
放置；使就位
EN: to put something in a particular place or position
翻譯: 將某物放置在特定地點或位置。
- 2
建立；設定
EN: to establish, arrange, or fix something (like a rule, time, or value)
翻譯: 建立、安排或固定某事物（如規則、時間或數值）。
- 3
啟動；觸發
EN: to start or cause a process or series of events to begin
翻譯: 啟動或導致一個過程或一系列事件開始。
- 4
調整；對準
EN: to adjust or position something so it is ready or correct
翻譯: 調整或對準某物，使其準備就緒或正確無誤。
小提醒：注意「setting」作為動詞時，其過去式和過去分詞都是「set」，是不規則變化。例如「He set the table yesterday.」，而非「He setted...」。
發音（How to Pronounce "Setting" in English）
How to pronounce "Setting" in English?"Setting" US vs UK pronunciation
點擊下方的 US / UK 按鈕可播放發音。
Real-life Examples of "Setting" from YouTube Videos
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“It's really about setting up a dialogue. We have a lot to learn.”
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Definitions（定義）
What are the definitions of "Setting"?How does "Setting" change by context?
2. adjusting or fixing something to a specific state or value
將某物調整或設定到特定狀態或數值
He is setting the alarm clock for 7 AM.
他正在把鬧鐘設定在早上七點。
Can you set the thermostat to 22 degrees?
你能把恆溫器設定在22度嗎？
3. establishing, arranging, or deciding something
建立、安排或決定某事
The company is setting new rules for remote work.
公司正在為遠距工作制定新規定。
They set a date for the meeting.
他們為會議定下了一個日期。
4. causing something to be in a specified condition
使某物處於特定狀態
Her words set my mind at ease.
她的話讓我安心了。
The joke set everyone laughing.
這個笑話讓大家都笑了。
5. hardening or becoming solid (for substances like concrete, jelly, etc.)
變硬或凝固（指混凝土、果凍等物質）
Leave the jelly in the fridge until it sets.
把果凍放在冰箱裡直到它凝固。
The cement will take a few hours to set.
水泥需要幾個小時才會凝固。
Grammar & Patterns（句型）
What are common sentence patterns for "Setting"?How to make natural sentences with "Setting"?
| Pattern | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| set + noun | 放置（某物） | She is setting the vase on the table. (她正把花瓶放在桌上。) |
| set + noun + prepositional phrase (e.g., on, in, under) | 將（某物）放置於（某處） | Please set the books on the shelf. (請把書放到書架上。) |
| set + object + adjective | 使（某物/某人）處於某種狀態 | The news set her heart at ease. (這消息讓她安心了。) |
| set + to + V (infinitive) | 著手、開始（做某事） | They set to work immediately. (他們立刻開始工作。) |
| set + V-ing | 使（某物）開始（某種動作或狀態） | His joke set everyone laughing. (他的笑話讓大家都笑了起來。) |
| set + noun + to + V (infinitive) | 指派、安排（某人）去做（某事） | The manager set him to organize the files. (經理安排他去整理檔案。) |
| be set + to + V (infinitive) | 預定、準備好（做某事） | The new policy is set to take effect next month. (新政策預定下個月生效。) |
| set + adverb (e.g., aside, up, off) | 根據副詞含義進行特定動作（如留出、建立、出發） | We need to set aside some money for emergencies. (我們需要留一些錢以備不時之需。) |
| set + noun + adverb particle (phrasal verb) | 將（某物）以特定方式安置或處理 | Can you help me set up the projector? (你能幫我架設投影機嗎？) |
用法說明
How is "Setting" different from similar structures?What usage mistakes are common with "Setting"?
setting doing vs setting to do
- setting doing 通常用於描述一個正在進行或持續的動作，強調「設定」這個動作本身或正在進行的狀態。
- setting to do 則常用於表達「設定（某個目標或時間）去做某事」，強調設定的目的或未來要執行的動作。
- 當「設定」的對象是具體的參數、選項或環境時，通常使用 setting something 或 setting something to a value 的結構。 EN: She is setting the alarm clock for 6 AM. 翻譯: 她正在把鬧鐘設定在早上六點。
EN:He is setting to finish the report by Friday.
翻譯:他正設定目標要在週五前完成報告。
總結建議
一般情況下，描述設定具體事物或參數時用「setting + 名詞」，而表達設定目標去做某事時則可考慮使用「setting to do」的結構。
易混淆對比
What is the difference between "Setting" and similar words?How to choose "Setting" vs alternatives?
setting vs placing
「setting」強調設定一個標準、規則或狀態，常與抽象事物或條件連用；「placing」則側重於將物體放在一個具體的物理位置。
setting vs adjusting
「setting」指初次建立或確定一個值；「adjusting」指對已存在的值進行微調或改變。
setting vs fixing
「setting」指建立或安排一個可變的狀態或條件；「fixing」指使某物穩定、牢固或不變，或解決問題。
口語用法
How is "Setting" used in spoken English?What is the spoken vs formal difference for "Setting"?
引述
在口語中，常用來引述或轉述某人的決定、規則或安排。 EN: So he's setting the meeting for Friday, right? 翻譯: 所以他說會議定在星期五，對吧？
EN:They're setting a new policy that everyone has to sign in.
翻譯:他們正在制定一項新規定，每個人都必須簽到。
語氣強調
與「just」、「really」等副詞連用，強調正在進行或即將完成的設定動作。 EN: I'm just setting the table; dinner will be ready soon. 翻譯: 我正在擺桌子而已，晚餐馬上就好。
EN:She's really setting high standards for the project.
翻譯:她真的為這個專案設定了很高的標準。
停頓填充
在思考或組織語句時，作為短暫的停頓填充詞，常以「I'm setting...」或「we're setting...」開頭。 EN: We're setting... uh, maybe a budget of around five thousand. 翻譯: 我們正在設定... 呃，大概五千左右的預算。
EN:I'm setting... let me think, the alarm for 6 AM.
翻譯:我正在設定... 讓我想想，早上六點的鬧鐘。
正式寫作注意：在正式書面語中，應避免使用上述口語中的停頓填充結構（如「setting... uh」），並選擇更精確、完整的動詞片語（例如「establishing guidelines」、「scheduling an appointment」）來替代較為口語化的「setting」。
常見短語
What common collocations use "Setting"?What fixed phrases with "Setting" should I remember?
setting up
setting up [something]
建立、設立、安裝
setting off
setting off
出發、啟程；引發
setting aside
setting aside [something]
留出、撥出；擱置
setting in
setting in
開始、來臨（通常指不愉快或持續的狀態）
setting forth
setting forth [something]
陳述、闡明；出發
setting about
setting about [doing something]
開始著手（做某事）
setting down
setting down [something]
寫下、記錄；放下
常見錯誤
What are common mistakes with "Setting"?Which "Setting" sentences look correct but are wrong?
×I am setting the table for dinner.
✓I am setting the table for dinner.
This sentence is actually correct. A common mistake is thinking 'setting' is wrong here because it's confused with 'sitting'. Learners sometimes incorrectly use 'sitting' when arranging objects.
×The sun is setting down.
✓The sun is setting.
The verb 'set' (as in the sun) is intransitive and does not need the preposition 'down'. 'Setting down' implies placing something down, which is not correct for celestial bodies.
×He is setting a good example for his children.
✓He is setting a good example for his children.
This sentence is correct. The mistake learners often make is using the base form 'set' in continuous tenses, thinking it's incorrect. 'Setting' is the correct present participle.
×I will setting the meeting for tomorrow.
✓I will set the meeting for tomorrow.
After modal verbs like 'will', 'can', 'should', the base form of the verb must be used, not the '-ing' form.
×She spent the afternoon setting on the sofa.
✓She spent the afternoon sitting on the sofa.
Confusion between 'set' (to put/place) and 'sit' (to be seated). 'Setting' requires an object (you set *something*), while 'sitting' does not.
×The movie's setting is taken place in Paris.
✓The movie's setting is in Paris. / The movie takes place in Paris.
'Setting' is a noun here describing the location. It cannot be used with the verb phrase 'is taken place'. Use 'is in [location]' or use the separate verb phrase 'takes place'.
詞形變化
What are the word forms of "Setting"?What are tense/participle forms of "Setting"?
sets(3rd_singular)setting(present_participle)set(past)set(past_participle)