1. the achievement of a desired aim or result
達成預期目標或結果
The success of the project was due to careful planning.
這個專案的成功歸功於周密的規劃。
She measured her success by the happiness of her clients.
她以客戶的滿意度來衡量自己的成功。
Success Meaning（定義、用法、例句與發音）
success
noun
快速理解
What does "Success" mean?What are 2-3 core uses of "Success"?
指達成目標、獲得財富或名聲的狀態或結果。
- 1
達成目標
EN: the achievement of a desired aim or result
翻譯: 達成預期目標或結果
- 2
財富與地位
EN: the attainment of wealth, fame, or high social position
翻譯: 獲得財富、名聲或崇高的社會地位
- 3
成功的事物/人
EN: a person or thing that achieves success
翻譯: 指成功的人或事物
小提醒：注意：'success' 為不可數名詞，但當指『一個成功的人或一件成功的事』時，可作為可數名詞，如 'a great success'。
發音（How to Pronounce "Success" in English）
How to pronounce "Success" in English?"Success" US vs UK pronunciation
點擊下方的 US / UK 按鈕可播放發音。
Real-life Examples of "Success" from YouTube Videos
Elon Musk On How To Be Most Useful
Y Combinator
“so it's actually really about um, uh, yeah, just trying to be useful and matter when you're trying to estimate probability of success.”
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Definitions（定義）
What are the definitions of "Success"?How does "Success" change by context?
2. the attainment of fame, wealth, or social status
獲得名聲、財富或社會地位
He achieved great success in the business world.
他在商界取得了巨大的成功。
The book brought her overnight success.
這本書讓她一夜成名。
3. a person or thing that achieves success
成功的人或事物
The new product was an instant success.
這款新產品一推出就大獲成功。
She is considered a great success in her field.
她被認為是她所在領域的傑出成功者。
4. the favorable outcome of an undertaking
事業或行動的順利結果
We wish you every success in your new venture.
我們祝您的新事業一切順利成功。
The success of the mission depended on precise timing.
任務的成功取決於精準的時機。
Grammar & Patterns（句型）
What are common sentence patterns for "Success"?How to make natural sentences with "Success"?
| Pattern | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| success + in + V-ing/noun | 在…方面取得成功 | He had great success in launching the new product. (他在推出新產品方面取得了巨大成功。) |
| success + as + noun | 作為…的成功 | She found success as a novelist. (她作為小說家取得了成功。) |
| success + of + noun | …的成功 | The success of the event depended on the weather. (這次活動的成功與否取決於天氣。) |
| success + with + noun | 在…上獲得成功 | The company has had remarkable success with its marketing strategy. (該公司在其行銷策略上取得了顯著成功。) |
| achieve/attain + success | 獲得成功 | After years of hard work, she finally achieved success. (經過多年努力，她終於獲得了成功。) |
| be a success | 是成功的 | The fundraising dinner was a great success. (那場募款晚宴非常成功。) |
| meet with success | 獲得成功 | Their innovative approach met with unexpected success. (他們創新的方法獲得了意想不到的成功。) |
| the key to success | 成功的關鍵 | Perseverance is often the key to success. (毅力往往是成功的關鍵。) |
| a string of successes | 一連串的成功 | The team enjoyed a string of successes last season. (這支隊伍在上個賽季享受了一連串的成功。) |
用法說明
How is "Success" different from similar structures?What usage mistakes are common with "Success"?
success in doing vs success to do
- "success" 作為名詞，其後常接介系詞 "in" 來引導說明成功的領域或行動，形成 "success in (doing) something" 的結構。
- 直接使用 "success to do something" 是不正確的英文用法。
- 動詞 "succeed" 則會使用 "succeed in doing something" 的結構。
對比範例： EN: Her success in launching the product was remarkable. 翻譯: 她在產品上市方面的成功非常顯著。
EN:He had great success in convincing the team.
翻譯:他在說服團隊方面取得了巨大成功。
總結建議
使用 "success in (doing) something" 來表達「在...方面的成功」，避免使用 "success to do"。
易混淆對比
What is the difference between "Success" and similar words?How to choose "Success" vs alternatives?
success vs achievement
「success」強調達成目標的整體結果與狀態，常與財富、名聲等社會認可掛鉤；「achievement」則側重經過努力而完成的具體事蹟或功績。
success vs victory
「success」適用範圍廣，指任何領域目標的達成；「victory」特指在競爭、戰鬥或比賽中擊敗對手的「勝利」。
success vs triumph
「success」是中性描述成功的事實；「triumph」則帶有強烈情感色彩，強調輝煌、壓倒性的勝利或重大成功，常伴隨歡慶。
口語用法
How is "Success" used in spoken English?What is the spoken vs formal difference for "Success"?
引述
在對話中，人們常會引述或提及他人對「成功」的看法。 EN: He kept saying "success is a journey, not a destination," and I finally get it now. 翻譯: 他一直說「成功是一段旅程，不是終點」，我現在終於明白了。
EN:When she mentioned her idea of success, all I could think was, "That's not my definition."
翻譯:當她提到她對成功的想法時，我心裡只想著：「那不是我對成功的定義。」
語氣強調
在口語中，會透過重複或加強語氣來強調「成功」的程度或真實性。 EN: It was a success, a huge success, beyond anything we imagined. 翻譯: 那是一次成功，一次巨大的成功，超出了我們所有的想像。
EN:I need a real success this time, not just another attempt.
翻譯:我這次需要的是真正的成功，而不僅僅是又一次嘗試。
停頓填充
在思考或組織語句時，可能會用「成功」這個概念作為短暫的停頓或填充詞。 EN: So, the project... success... well, it depends on how you measure it. 翻譯: 所以，這個專案…成功…嗯，這取決於你如何衡量它。
EN:What we're aiming for is, you know, success, but in a sustainable way.
翻譯:我們所追求的，你知道的，是成功，但是以一種可持續的方式。
正式寫作注意：以上口語用法（如引述、語氣重複、停頓填充）在正式報告、學術論文或商業提案中應避免使用，以保持文體的嚴謹與簡潔。
常見短語
What common collocations use "Success"?What fixed phrases with "Success" should I remember?
achieve success
verb + success
取得成功、獲得成功
a great success
adjective + success
巨大的成功、非常成功
success depends on
success + verb + preposition
成功取決於...
key to success
noun + to + success
成功的關鍵
meet with success
verb + with + success
獲得成功、取得成功
success story
success + noun
成功故事、成功案例
guarantee success
verb + success
保證成功
road to success
noun + to + success
成功之路
常見錯誤
What are common mistakes with "Success"?Which "Success" sentences look correct but are wrong?
×He has achieved many successes in his life.
✓He has achieved great success in his life.
作為不可數名詞時，'success' 泛指成功，通常不加 'a' 或複數形式。雖然 'success' 在指具體成功事例時可數，但泛指整體成就時常用不可數形式。
×The success of the company depends in good management.
✓The success of the company depends on good management.
表達「...的成功」應使用 'success of' 或 'success in'。'success of' 後接成功的主體；'success in' 後接成功的領域或活動。介系詞搭配需正確，如 'depend on'。
×She is a very success person.
✓She is a very successful person.
'Success' 是名詞，形容人事物成功應使用形容詞 'successful'。常見錯誤是將名詞直接當形容詞使用。
×It was success from the start.
✓It was a success from the start.
當 'success' 指一個具體的成功事件、專案或結果時，為可數名詞，前面通常需要冠詞 'a' 或 'the'。
×I hope to success in the exam.
✓I hope to succeed in the exam.
'Success' 是名詞，對應的動詞是 'succeed'。常見錯誤是將名詞誤用作動詞。
×We have had a lot of successes in the past year.
✓We have had a lot of success in the past year.
當 'success' 泛指一段時間內整體的成就或好結果時，通常作為不可數名詞使用，不加 's'。雖然 'successes'（具體的成功事例）在語法上正確，但在許多泛指情境下，使用不可數形式更自然。
詞形變化
What are the word forms of "Success"?What are tense/participle forms of "Success"?