Terms 对比 Words

在英语中何时使用每一个，包含含义、语域和例句。

Terms

前 1000（非常常见） B2 noun

Words

高频组块

	Terms	Words
发音	🇬🇧 /["/tɜːmz/"]/ 🇺🇸 /["/tɜːrmz/"]/	🇬🇧 //wɜːdz// 🇺🇸 //wɝːdz//
含义	Words or phrases that have a specific meaning.	有意义的字母或声音组合。 Letters or sounds that make a meaning.
例句	The terms of the contract were clearly stated to avoid any misunderstandings.	He has a way with words that captivates everyone.
语域	中性	中性
常见程度	前 1000（非常常见）	高频组块
CEFR 等级	B2	-
词性	noun
搭配	terms and conditions, technical terms, legal terms, terms of service, payment terms	choose words, use words, find words, express words, hear words
反义	agreements, conditions, contracts	silence, quiet
常见错误	Confused with 'conditions' - they are related but not the same., Using 'terms' in singular form when referring to multiple items., Not distinguishing between technical terms and colloquial terms.	Confused with 'word' when referring to a single term., Using 'words' as a verb instead of a noun., Omitting the plural form when necessary in context.
用法说明	Use 'terms' when discussing definitions, agreements, or conditions. Avoid using it in very casual conversations where simpler words are preferred.	在口语和书面语中都使用。在非正式场合，“words”也可以指承诺。避免在过于正式的场合使用。 Used in both spoken and written English. In informal settings, 'words' can also mean promises. Avoid using in overly formal contexts.

在真实片段中看它

I said the words: "Don't forget my father's watch."

The Wire › S1 E1

Well, say the words, Bunk.

FORREST: And he liked to say the "F" word.

I said the words: "Don't forget my father's watch."

The Wire › S1 E1

Well, say the words, Bunk.

Words

常见问题：Terms 对比 Words

Terms和Words 有什么区别？

Terms: Words or phrases that have a specific meaning. Words: Letters or sounds that make a meaning.

能各给一个例子吗？

Terms: The terms of the contract were clearly stated to avoid any misunderstandings. Words: He has a way with words that captivates everyone.

我可以互换使用 Terms和Words 吗？

不总是。Terms和Words 相关，有时可以互换，但在语域、常见程度和用法上不同，所以换用可能改变意思或语气。替换前先看看上面的区别。