technically

technically — adverb

1. relating to what is true when you follow strict rules or the precise definition

1.副詞B2
釋義

relating to what is true when you follow strict rules or the precise definition of a term, often used to show a contrast with what happens in real life.

例句

Technically, the rental agreement ends on Friday, but the landlord lets us stay until Sunday.

sentence adverb + clause showing rules vs. reality

Sora is technically still a university student, although she has finished all her exams.

technically + clause with contrast implied

同義詞
  • strictly speaking

    more formal and focuses purely on rule following, without the practical contrast that 'technically' carries

  • in theory

    emphasises that something should be true according to ideas, whereas 'technically' focuses on rules or definitions

  • formally

    used for official or legal rules, not for general definitions or word meanings

  • literally

    focuses on the exact meaning of words, often used for emphasis; 'technically' allows more room for exceptions

反義詞
  • practically

    describes what is true in real use, ignoring strict rules or definitions

文法句型

technically + clause

technically + adjective

用法筆記

Often used at the start of a sentence to introduce a fact that follows strict rules but does not match the practical situation. Frequently followed by 'but' or 'however' to point out the real-world difference.

常見錯誤

❌Technically, I am finishing my degree next month.' (when you just mean 'according to plan').
✅Technically, I have passed all the courses, but the certificate will not arrive until next month.
💡Use 'technically' only when there is a gap between what the rules say and what is actually true in practice.
❌Technically, he is wrong.' (without a contrast).
✅Technically, he is wrong, but the judge accepted his argument anyway.
💡The word works best when you follow it with a real-world exception.

2. connected with the use of scientific knowledge, machines, electronic systems, or

2.副詞B1
釋義

connected with the use of scientific knowledge, machines, electronic systems, or industrial methods.

例句

The new phone is technically advanced, with a battery that lasts two full days.

technically + adjective describing device feature

Ziad's team found the project technically challenging, but they managed to finish it on time.

technically + adjective describing difficulty of work

同義詞
  • technologically

    narrower — focuses specifically on electronic or digital technology; 'technically' also covers machines and industrial methods

  • mechanically

    limited to machines with moving parts; 'technically' includes broader scientific knowledge

文法句型

technically + adjective

technically + past participle

用法筆記

Commonly modifies adjectives that describe a feature or quality of a machine, system, or product (e.g. 'technically advanced,' 'technically superior'). Can also modify a past participle (e.g. 'technically sophisticated').

常見錯誤

❌This is a technically problem.
✅This is a technical problem.
💡'Technically' is an adverb; use 'technical' before a noun.
❌She is technically engineer.
✅She works in a technically demanding field.
💡'Technically' cannot replace 'technical' as an adjective.

3. concerning the hands-on skills and specific methods used in a sport, art, music,

3.副詞B2
釋義

concerning the hands-on skills and specific methods used in a sport, art, music, or profession.

例句

The young pianist played the piece technically well, but her performance lacked warmth and feeling.

technically + adverb, contrast with artistry

Rafael is a technically skilled swimmer who uses very little energy with each stroke.

technically + adjective describing skill level

同義詞
  • in terms of technique

    a longer phrase that means the same thing but is less common in everyday speech

  • skill-wise

    informal and used mainly in spoken English to mean 'regarding skill'

文法句型

technically + adverb

technically + adjective

用法筆記

Frequently appears in reviews or critiques where the writer separates technical skill from artistic or emotional quality. Often paired with 'but' to contrast mastery of a technique with a less successful aspect of the performance.

常見錯誤

❌He is a technically boxer.
✅He is technically skilled as a boxer.
💡'Technically' is an adverb and cannot modify a noun directly.
❌The dance was technical perfect.
✅The dance was technically perfect.
💡Use the adverb form to modify the adjective 'perfect'.