end
名詞
定義 end 名詞
location(位置)
- A2Countable(可數名詞)
The furthest point or part of something from its center.
末端；盡頭
This power cable should have a male connector on one end and a female connector on the other.
這條電源線的一端應該有一個公頭連接器，另一端應該有一個母頭連接器。
During the move, we bumped and damaged the far end of the piano.
在搬運過程中，我們撞到了鋼琴的遠端並造成了損壞。
Join the line at the back and wait your turn like everyone else.
請在隊伍的後面排隊，並像其他人一樣等待輪到你。
conclusion(結尾)
- A1Countable(可數名詞)
The concluding part of a period, activity, or narrative.
最後部分；終點
I always tidy my desk at the close of each workday.
我總是在每個工作日結束時整理我的桌子。
The finale of the film was much more thrilling than I had anticipated.
這部電影的結局比我預期的要刺激得多。
This recent injury likely signifies the conclusion of her career as a tennis player.
最近的這次受傷很可能意味著她作為網球運動員職業生涯的結束。
life(生命)
- Singular(單數)
A euphemism for the cessation of life.
死亡；逝世；過世
We were all present at her bedside as her life drew to a close.
我們都在她的床邊，見證她生命的終結。
He lost his life in a gunfight with law enforcement.
他在與執法部門的槍戰中失去了生命。
sports(運動)
- Countable(可數名詞)
One of the two halves of a sports field.
（運動場地的）半場
The two teams switch sides at half time so as to ensure fairness to both teams.
兩隊在中場休息時交換場地，以確保對雙方都公平。
remnant(殘留)
- Countable(可數名詞)
A small remaining piece of something after the majority has been used.
剩餘部分；殘餘
She is using the fabric remnants to create a quilt.
她正在用布料剩餘部分來製作一條被子。
Cigarette butts were scattered all over the floor.
地板上散落著香菸頭。
purpose(目的)
- Countable(可數名詞)
A goal, aim, or objective.
目的；目標
Is there a particular objective you have in mind?
你有什麼特定的目標嗎？
aspect(方面)
- Singular(單數)informal(非正式)
The specific aspects of a task or process that relate to a certain type of action or individual.
（與某類活動或人相關的）部分；方面
Rick is more involved with the fiscal aspects of the project.
Rick 更多地參與了該項目的財務方面。
片語 end 名詞
- in the end
After a period of discussion or consideration; ultimately.
最終
• We had planned to visit Switzerland, but in the end, we went to Austria.
我們原本計劃去瑞士，但最終我們去了奧地利。
- come to an end
To reach a state of completion or termination; to conclude.
結束
• The lengthy meeting finally came to an end.
漫長的會議終於結束了。
- bring something to an end
To cause something to stop or finish.
使某事結束
• Due to lack of time, he brought the interview to an end.
由於時間不夠，他結束了面試。
- for hours, days, etc. on end
continuously for a specified period of time, such as hours or days, without stopping.
連續數小時、數天等，不停頓地
• He used to lock himself in his room for hours on end, refusing to speak to anyone.
他過去常常把自己鎖在房間裡好幾個小時，拒絕和任何人說話。
- to this end
in order to achieve a particular aim or purpose
為了達到這個目標；為了這個目的
• He wanted science students to also develop an interest in the humanities, and to this end, he held literature classes at his home every Sunday afternoon.
他希望理科生也能對人文學科產生興趣，為此，他每週日下午都在家中舉辦文學課。
- someone's end of the bargain, deal, etc.
The part of an agreement, deal, or other arrangement that a particular person is responsible for fulfilling.
負責的部分
• We’ve completed our end of the agreement; let’s see if they can complete theirs.
我們已經完成了協議中我們的部分；讓我們看看他們能否完成他們的部分。
動詞
定義 end 動詞
- A2Transitive(及物動詞)Intransitive(不及物動詞)
To bring to a finish; to stop or cause something to stop.
（使）結束；（使）停止
At what time is your meeting scheduled to conclude?
你的會議預計在什麼時候結束？
Her formal resignation brings an end to months of speculation about what she will do next.
她的正式辭職結束了幾個月來對她下一步行動的猜測。
Their union ceased in the year 1991.
他們的聯盟在1991年結束了。
成語
- It'll (all) end in tears
This idiom suggests that a situation or relationship will likely conclude in a negative or unhappy way.
注定悲劇收場
• They started this project without proper planning, I think it'll end in tears.
他們在沒有適當規劃的情況下開始了這個項目，我認為這將以悲劇收場。
- at the end of the day
Used to emphasize the final result or most important point after considering all other factors.
歸根究柢
• We discussed all the options, but at the end of the day, we decided to stick with the original plan.
我們討論了所有選項，但最終，我們決定堅持原來的計劃。
- end of story
Used to indicate that the speaker believes their stated opinion is correct and not open to further debate or consideration.
就是這樣，沒什麼好說的。
• I've decided to move, end of story.
我決定要搬走了，就這樣，沒什麼好說的。
- no end
To a very great extent; extremely.
非常
• He was excited no end about the new movie.
他對這部新電影感到非常興奮。
- put an end to something
To cause something to stop happening or existing; to bring something to a conclusion.
終止
• The government must take action to put an end to this rampant corruption.
政府必須採取行動來終止這種猖獗的腐敗。
- no end of something
A large quantity or number of something.
很多的，大量的
• In that city, there is no end of restaurants to choose from.
在那個城市，有數不盡的餐廳可供選擇。
- end of
Used to indicate that a final decision has been made and no further discussion or debate is desired.
就這樣了！
• I've decided to quit my job, end of story, there's nothing more to say.
我決定辭職，就這樣，沒什麼好說的了。
- at the end of your tether
Having no remaining strength or patience.
感到精疲力竭；忍耐達到極限
• After looking after the children all day, she felt she was at the end of her tether.
照顧孩子一整天後，她覺得自己已經到了極限。
- make ends meet
To manage to survive on a limited income; to have just enough money to cover basic expenses.
勉強維持收支平衡；僅夠餬口
• After being unemployed for several months, he found it very difficult to make ends meet.
失業幾個月後，他發現很難維持收支平衡。
- the end justifies the means
This idiom is used to describe a situation where the importance of the final goal is considered so great that any method of achieving it is acceptable, regardless of the morality.
為達目的，不擇手段
• To survive in the highly competitive market, he decided to resort to some unethical means, believing the end justifies the means.
為了在競爭激烈的市場中生存，他決定採取一些不道德的手段，相信結果證明手段是正當的。
- the end of the line/road
The point at which a process or activity can no longer continue; the final stage.
山穷水盡（的境地）
• This project has reached the end of the line due to a lack of funding.
由於缺乏資金，這個項目已經走到了盡頭。
- get/have your end away
This idiom is used to express that a man has engaged in sexual intercourse.
性交（俗語）
• He finally got his end away with her last night.
他昨晚終於和她發生了關係。
- keep/hold your end up
To consistently fulfill one's responsibilities or obligations, especially when facing challenges or difficulties.
尽力胜任，克服困難
• In this project, everyone needs to keep their end up to ensure its success.
在這個專案中，每個人都需要盡力以確保其成功。
- end it (all)
To commit suicide; to take one's own life.
結束自己的生命；自殺。
• Feeling utterly hopeless, he began to consider ending it all.
感到徹底絕望，他開始考慮結束這一切。
- it'll (all) end in tears
This idiom suggests that a situation or relationship is likely to conclude in a negative manner, causing distress or disappointment to those involved.
悲劇收場
• They are always arguing; this relationship will end in tears.
他們總是爭吵；這段關係將會以淚水告終。
片語動詞 end
- end up
to ultimately find oneself in a specific place or situation
最終處於；最後成為；以...結束
• After years of hard work, he ended up becoming a successful doctor.
經過多年的努力，他最終成為了一名成功的醫生。