Species Meaning(定義、用法、例句與發音)

species

noun

快速理解

What does "Species" mean?What are 2-3 core uses of "Species"?

「species」是生物學中對生物進行分類的基本單位,指一群能夠自然交配繁殖並產生可育後代的個體。

  1. 1

    生物分類單位

    EN: A group of living organisms consisting of similar individuals capable of exchanging genes or interbreeding.

    翻譯: 指一群能夠自然交配繁殖並產生可育後代的相似生物個體,是生物分類學的基本單位。

  2. 2

    特定種類

    EN: A particular kind or type of something.

    翻譯: 指某種特定類型或種類的事物,不限於生物。

  3. 3

    法律用語

    EN: In legal contexts, refers to the specific form or kind of a thing (e.g., a species of property).

    翻譯: 在法律用語中,指某事物的特定形式或種類(例如:某種財產)。

  4. 4

    宗教哲學

    EN: In philosophy/theology, the outward appearance or form of a thing, especially in contrast to its substance.

    翻譯: 在哲學或神學中,指事物的外在形式或表象,尤指與其本質相對的概念。

小提醒:注意:在科學與日常用法中,「species」都是單複數同形(例如:one species, many species)。複數不需要加 -es。

發音(How to Pronounce "Species" in English

How to pronounce "Species" in English?"Species" US vs UK pronunciation

點擊下方的 US / UK 按鈕可播放發音。

Real-life Examples of "Species" from YouTube Videos

Why are these 32 symbols found in caves all over Europe | Genevieve von Petzinger | TED

TED

While all species communicate in one way or another, only we humans have really taken it to another level.

(1 out of 124)

Definitions(定義)

What are the definitions of "Species"?How does "Species" change by context?

1. a group of living organisms consisting of similar individuals capable of exchanging genes or interbreeding

物種,由能夠交換基因或雜交的相似個體組成的生物群體

The giant panda is an endangered species native to China.

大熊貓是原產於中國的瀕危物種。

Scientists have discovered a new species of frog in the rainforest.

科學家在雨林裡發現了一種新的青蛙物種。

2. a kind or sort of something, especially in a particular context

(尤指特定情境下的)種類,類型

He felt a strange species of excitement as the concert began.

音樂會開始時,他感到一種奇怪的興奮。

This is a rare species of honesty in the world of politics.

這是政治世界中一種罕見的誠實。

3. in logic or philosophy, a group subordinate to a genus and containing individuals agreeing in some common attributes

(邏輯或哲學中)屬下的一種,包含具有某些共同屬性的個體

In the classification, 'human' is a species under the genus 'Homo'.

在分類中,「人類」是「人屬」下的一個物種。

Grammar & Patterns(句型)

What are common sentence patterns for "Species"?How to make natural sentences with "Species"?
PatternMeaningExample
a species of + noun一種…The platypus is a unique species of mammal. (鴨嘴獸是一種獨特的哺乳動物。)
an endangered species瀕危物種The giant panda was once an endangered species. (大熊貓曾經是瀕危物種。)
native species原生種;本土物種The introduction of foreign plants can threaten native species. (外來植物的引入可能會威脅到原生種。)
the human species人類The development of language is a key trait of the human species. (語言的發展是人類的一個關鍵特徵。)
protect/preserve a species保護/保存一個物種Conservation efforts aim to protect the species from extinction. (保育工作旨在保護該物種免於滅絕。)
a wide variety of species種類繁多的物種The coral reef supports a wide variety of marine species. (珊瑚礁養育了種類繁多的海洋物種。)
evolve into a new species演化成一個新物種Over millions of years, the population may evolve into a new species. (經過數百萬年,這個族群可能會演化成一個新物種。)

用法說明

How is "Species" different from similar structures?What usage mistakes are common with "Species"?

species 單複數同形與動詞搭配

  • 單複數同形:"species" 的單數和複數形式相同,其動詞的單複數取決於它指的是單一物種還是多個物種。
  • 與動詞搭配:當 "species" 作為主詞時,需根據上下文判斷使用單數或複數動詞。
  • 與冠詞搭配:指特定物種時,常與定冠詞 "the" 連用(如 the human species);泛指時,可與不定冠詞 "a" 連用或使用複數概念。 EN: This species of bird is native to Taiwan. 翻譯: 這種鳥類是台灣的原生物種。

EN:Several new species of insects were discovered in the rainforest.

翻譯:在雨林中發現了數種新的昆蟲物種。

總結建議

使用時,請根據語意判斷 "species" 是單數(搭配單數動詞)還是複數(搭配複數動詞),並留意其單複數同形的特性。

易混淆對比

What is the difference between "Species" and similar words?How to choose "Species" vs alternatives?

species vs genus

「species」是生物分類的基本單位,指能互相交配繁殖的群體;「genus」是更高一級的分類,包含一個或多個相似的「species」。

species vs breed

「species」是自然形成的生物分類單位;「breed」是人為選育、屬於同一物種下的不同品系或品種。

species vs type

「species」是科學上明確的生物分類;「type」是更廣泛、更模糊的類別統稱,可用於生物或非生物。

口語用法

How is "Species" used in spoken English?What is the spoken vs formal difference for "Species"?

引述

在對話中,當引述或提及一個不確定或廣為人知的概念時,常會用到這個詞。 EN: I read an article about a new species of deep-sea fish they just discovered. 翻譯: 我讀到一篇關於他們剛發現的一種新的深海魚類物種的文章。

EN:So, the guide was like, "This species is only found on this island."

翻譯:然後導遊就說:「這個物種只在這個島上能找到。」

語氣強調

用來強調生物的多樣性、獨特性或面臨的威脅,帶有驚嘆或關切的語氣。 EN: There are so many species in this rainforest—it's incredible! 翻譯: 這片雨林裡有好多物種啊——真是太不可思議了!

EN:It's heartbreaking how many species are going extinct because of habitat loss.

翻譯:因為棲息地消失而滅絕的物種數量之多,真讓人心碎。

停頓填充

在組織思緒或尋找合適詞語時,用作短暫的停頓填充詞,尤其在討論分類或類型時。 EN: We need to protect, you know, the local... species first. 翻譯: 我們需要保護,你知道的,當地的... 物種優先。

EN:It's a different... species of problem altogether, not just a technical glitch.

翻譯:這完全是個不同的... 物種的問題,不只是技術故障。

正式寫作注意:在學術或正式寫作中,應避免將 "species" 用作停頓填充詞,並確保其用法精確,指生物學上的「物種」。口語中比喻或泛指「類型」的用法,在正式文體中應換用更準確的詞彙(如 "type", "category", "kind")。

常見短語

What common collocations use "Species"?What fixed phrases with "Species" should I remember?

endangered species

adj + species

瀕危物種

native species

adj + species

原生種;本土物種

invasive species

adj + species

入侵物種

protect a species

verb + a species

保護物種

discover a new species

verb + a new species

發現新物種

drive a species to extinction

verb + a species + to extinction

導致物種滅絕

a wide variety of species

a + adj + of + species

種類繁多的物種

threatened species

adj + species

受威脅物種

常見錯誤

What are common mistakes with "Species"?Which "Species" sentences look correct but are wrong?

×There are many different species of birds in this forest.

There are many different species of birds in this forest.

雖然 'species' 的單複數同形,但學習者常誤以為 'species' 的複數是 'specieses' 或 'speciess'。此處例句正確,但常見錯誤是將複數寫成 'specieses'。

×This is an endangered species of tiger.

This is an endangered species of tiger.

學習者常困惑於 'species' 前該用不定冠詞 'a' 還是 'an'。由於 'species' 發音以子音開頭 (/ˈspiːʃiːz/),應使用 'a',而非 'an'。此處例句正確,但常見錯誤是寫成 'an species'。

×This species are known for its bright colors.

This species is known for its bright colors.

當 'species' 指單一物種時,是單數名詞,後接單數動詞 (如 is, has)。學習者常誤用複數動詞。

×Many species is threatened by climate change.

Many species are threatened by climate change.

當 'species' 前有 'many', 'several', 'these', 'those' 等詞表示複數時,應使用複數動詞 (如 are, have)。學習者有時會誤用單數動詞。

×We must protect this rare specie.

We must protect this rare species.

'Specie' 是一個獨立且罕見的單字,意指「硬幣」或「金銀貨幣」,與生物學的「物種」無關。表示「物種」時,單複數都是 'species'。

×This is a species for tropical fish.

This is a species of tropical fish.

表示「...的物種」時,正確的介系詞是 'of',而不是 'for' 或其他介系詞。

詞形變化

What are the word forms of "Species"?What are tense/participle forms of "Species"?