led
led — 動詞
- ledpresent simple I / you / we / they
- leds3rd person singular
- ledding-ing form
- leddedpast simple
1. the past tense and past participle form of the verb 'lead', used to show that a
帶領（過去）
動詞 lead 的過去式及過去分詞
the past tense and past participle form of the verb 'lead', used to show that a person guided others, went first, or was responsible for directing something at an earlier time.
Asher led the children safely across the busy road near the town library.
Asher 帶領孩子們安全地越過圖書館附近的繁忙馬路。
led + object + across/through/along (direction)
The doctor's research eventually led to a new treatment for childhood asthma.
醫生的研究最後導致了一種兒童氣喘的新療法。
led + to + result (cause and effect)
Mayumi led the design team through a year-long project to rebuild the damaged bridge.
Mayumi 帶領設計團隊進行了一項為期一年的計畫，重建受損的橋樑。
Karim's curiosity led him to read every book on the science shelf in the library.
Karim 的好奇心驅使他讀完圖書館裡科學書架上的每一本書。
A narrow stone path led the hikers to a small cabin hidden among the pine trees.
一條狹窄的石徑引領登山客來到隱藏在松樹間的小木屋。
- followed
to go behind someone rather than in front
文法句型
led + object + prepositional phrase (direction)
led + to + noun (result)
led + object + to-infinitive
用法筆記
Frequently used with 'to' to show a result or consequence ('led to') — this pattern is more common for past events than for present ones.
常見錯誤
led — 名詞
- ledsingular
- ledsplural
1. a small electronic component that gives off light when an electric current passe
LED
通電後會發光的電子零件
a small electronic component that gives off light when an electric current passes through it, commonly used in electronic displays, remote controls, and lighting systems.
The tiny red LED on the computer monitor blinks when the system is in sleep mode.
電腦螢幕上的紅色 LED 在系統進入休眠模式時會閃爍。
"tiny red / green / blue" — colours describe LED status
Modern bicycle lights use bright white LEDs so that drivers can see cyclists at night.
現代的腳踏車燈使用明亮的白色 LED，讓駕駛人在夜間能看見騎士。
Daichi replaced the broken LED inside the television with a new part from the repair shop.
Daichi 更換了電視機裡故障的 LED，從修理店買了一個新的零件來裝。
The small green LED on the kettle stays lit while the water is still hot inside.
熱水壺上的小型綠色 LED 在壺內的水還熱的時候會一直亮著。
- light-emitting diode
the full technical term, used in formal or written contexts
用法筆記
LED is both the full name (light-emitting diode) and the common short form. In everyday speech, 'an LED' Is more common than 'a light-emitting diode'.
2. a small signal lamp found on various electronic devices that relies on light-emi
LED指示燈
電子裝置上的小型指示燈
a small signal lamp found on various electronic devices that relies on light-emitting diode technology to show operating information, such as when the device is turned on, charging, or linked to a network.
A green LED on the front of the router shows that the internet connection is working properly.
路由器前方的綠色 LED 顯示網路連線正常運作。
LED + shows/indicates + status (function pattern)
When Paloma plugged in her laptop, a small orange LED near the power port began to glow.
Paloma 將筆記型電腦插上電源時，電源孔附近的一盞小橘色 LED 開始亮起。
The red LED on the smoke detector flashes every thirty seconds to show the battery is active.
煙霧偵測器上的紅色 LED 每三十秒閃爍一次，表示電池運作正常。
Jin checked the small blue LED on the charging station to confirm the batteries were full.
Jin 查看充電站上的藍色 LED，以確認電池已充飽。
- indicator light
a more general term that does not specify the technology used
- status light
common in user manuals and product descriptions
用法筆記
This sense focuses on the light as a signal or indicator rather than on the electronic component itself. The colour of the LED typically conveys the status: green for OK, red for problem, orange for charging.
3. a light bulb that produces light using one or more light-emitting diodes instead
LED 燈泡
使用 LED 技術的燈泡
a light bulb that produces light using one or more light-emitting diodes instead of a traditional filament, designed to last longer and use less electricity.
The old lamps in the living room now use LED bulbs that last for many years.
客廳裡的舊燈具現在都換成可使用多年的 LED 燈泡。
Jin installed LED bulbs throughout the apartment to reduce the monthly electricity bill.
Jin 在公寓各處安裝了 LED 燈泡，以降低每月的電費。
install + LED bulbs + location (common pattern)
Many offices are switching to LED bulbs because they produce much less heat than older ones.
許多辦公室正改用 LED 燈泡，因為它們產生的熱氣遠比舊燈泡少。
A single LED bulb in the hallway used less power than the old lamp had used in a week.
走廊裡的一顆 LED 燈泡所耗的電力，比舊燈泡一週所用還少。
- LED lamp
used interchangeably with LED bulb, especially for non-screw-fit lights
- incandescent bulb
the older type of bulb that uses a wire filament and consumes more energy
用法筆記
Distinguish from sense 1 (the electronic component) — this sense refers to the finished household product (the bulb you screw into a lamp). The word 'LED' alone can mean either the component or the bulb, but 'LED bulb' is unambiguous.
常見錯誤
led — 形容詞
- ledpositive
- leddercomparative
- leddestsuperlative
1. describes electronic devices, lights, or screens that employ light-emitting diod
LED 的
採用發光二極體技術的
describes electronic devices, lights, or screens that employ light-emitting diode technology to produce light or display images.
The office manager ordered new LED lighting for all the desks on the second floor.
辦公室主管為二樓所有辦公桌訂購了新的 LED 照明設備。
Amani bought an LED desk lamp because it gives a much clearer light for reading.
Amani 買了一盞 LED 桌燈，因為它的光線更適合閱讀。
LED + noun (modifier pattern for technology type)
The new stadium features a huge LED screen that shows replays of the game from every angle.
新體育場裝設了一面巨大的 LED 螢幕，從各個角度播放比賽重播畫面。
Min replaced the kitchen ceiling light with an LED panel that produces a softer glow.
Min 把廚房的天花板燈換成了光線更柔和的 LED 面板。
led — 字尾
1. attached to the end of a noun to indicate that an activity or process is guided,
由…主導的
由特定對象規劃或控制的
attached to the end of a noun to indicate that an activity or process is guided, managed, or driven by a specific group, idea, or external force.
The new policy is part of a customer-led approach to improving the quality of service.
這項新政策是以顧客為導向改善服務品質的做法之一。
noun + -led (compound adjective pattern)
Many European universities now prefer a research-led teaching model in their graduate programs.
許多歐洲大學如今在研究所課程中偏好以研究為主導的教學模式。
The technology sector has seen a shift toward market-led innovation rather than government planning.
科技業已轉向以市場為主導的創新模式，而非由政府規劃。
An export-led economic recovery helped the country create new jobs after the recession.
以出口為導向的經濟復甦協助該國在經濟衰退後創造了新的就業機會。
文法句型
noun + -led
用法筆記
Common in business and academic writing. The first noun names the force or group that drives the process: 'customer-led' means customers decide the direction, 'market-led' means market forces are in control. Do not confuse with 'LED' (light-emitting diode).