particulars
particulars — 慣用語
1. the complete set of facts, names, dates, and descriptions that give a full accou
詳情；細節
事件或個人的完整資訊
the complete set of facts, names, dates, and descriptions that give a full account of an event or a person's identity, especially when these are written down or officially recorded.
The police officer wrote down the particulars of the accident while speaking to the driver.
警察記下了事故的詳情，同時和司機交談。
particulars of [event] — full facts about a situation
Please fill in your personal particulars on this form before the interview starts.
請在面試前於這張表格上填寫您的個人資料。
personal particulars — official identifying details
Amara sent an email with the full particulars of her travel plans and hotel bookings.
Amara 寄了一封電子郵件，說明她旅遊行程和飯店訂房的完整細節。
The lawyer asked for all the particulars of the case before preparing the court documents.
律師在準備法庭文件前，要求提供案件的所有詳細資料。
The insurance company requested written particulars of the damage to the house.
保險公司要求提供房屋損壞的書面詳情。
- details
more common in everyday English; less formal
- information
broader meaning; does not emphasise completeness
- specifics
similar register; focuses on exact facts rather than full set
文法句型
the particulars of [something]
personal particulars
用法筆記
Always used in the plural form 'particulars'. The singular form 'particular' has a different meaning (see noun entry). Common in official, legal, and administrative contexts.
常見錯誤
particulars — 形容詞
- particularspositive
- more particularscomparative
- most particularssuperlative
1. used when you want to single out one individual person, thing, or situation rath
特定的
指向單一特定的人事物
used when you want to single out one individual person, thing, or situation rather than anyone or anything else in the same group.
Is there any particular reason why you chose this university over the others?
你選擇這所大學而非其他學校，有什麼特定原因嗎？
particular reason — single specific cause
Lukas asked for a particular brand of paint for the living room walls.
Lukas 要求一種特定品牌的油漆來刷客廳的牆壁。
The teacher gave particular attention to the students who needed extra help with reading.
老師特別關注那些在閱讀方面需要額外幫助的學生。
Siti wants a particular book about Indonesian cooking, but she cannot remember the title.
Siti 想要一本關於印尼料理的特定書籍，但她不記得書名了。
Each particular type of flower needs a different amount of water and sunlight.
每一種特定的花卉需要不同量的水分和陽光。
文法句型
particular + noun
a particular [person/thing]
用法筆記
This sense always appears directly before a noun. It contrasts with 'general' or 'any' — you use it when you have a clear, narrow referent in mind. Do not confuse with sense 4 (fussy/selective).
常見錯誤
2. greater, more significant, or more impressive than what is normal or expected in
特別的
異於平常的；值得注意的
greater, more significant, or more impressive than what is normal or expected in a given situation.
The wedding cake was of particular beauty, with tiny sugar flowers on every layer.
那個婚禮蛋糕特別美，每一層都綴有小小的糖花。
of particular beauty — exceptionally beautiful
Fatima took particular care packing the glass cups for her move to a new flat.
Fatima 在打包玻璃杯準備搬到新公寓時，格外小心。
Of particular interest to the children was the dinosaur exhibit at the natural history museum.
孩子們特別感興趣的是自然歷史博物館裡的恐龍展。
The project manager noted particular progress on the new software this month.
專案經理指出，團隊這個月在新軟體方面取得了顯著的進展。
The old wooden table had a particular smell that reminded Grace of her grandmother's kitchen.
那張舊木桌有種特別的氣味，讓 Grace 想起外婆的廚房。
- special
warmer, more emotional; less formal
- remarkable
stronger; emphasises surprising quality
- notable
slightly more formal; focuses on importance
文法句型
of particular + noun
particular + noun
用法筆記
Frequently appears in the structure 'of particular + noun'. Unlike sense 1 (SPECIFIC), this sense cannot be replaced with 'specific' — 'a particular beauty' means outstanding beauty, not a specific kind of beauty.
常見錯誤
3. containing or providing many specific facts, descriptions, or pieces of informat
詳盡的
包含許多具體細節的
containing or providing many specific facts, descriptions, or pieces of information rather than general statements.
The travel agent gave us a particular description of each hotel room and its view.
旅行社人員詳細描述了每家飯店的房間和窗外的景色。
particular description — detailed account
Henry kept a particular record of every expense during his six-month trip across South America.
Henry 在他為期六個月的南美洲之旅中，詳細記錄了每一筆開支。
The report contains a particular account of the events that led to the factory fire.
那份報告詳盡記述了導致工廠火災的一系列事件。
Nadia wrote a particular list of tools and materials for the building project.
Nadia 為建築專案列出了所有工具和材料的詳細清單。
- detailed
much more common in everyday English; same meaning
- thorough
emphasises completeness rather than number of facts
- exhaustive
stronger; covering every possible aspect
文法句型
particular + noun (account, description, list)
用法筆記
Formal register — this sense of 'particular' is less common in everyday speech. It typically modifies nouns like 'account', 'description', 'record', or 'list'. The more common word for this meaning is 'detailed'.
常見錯誤
4. extremely careful about every small aspect of something, so that it is difficult
挑剔的
對細節極度講究的
extremely careful about every small aspect of something, so that it is difficult for others to satisfy your standards.
Grandma is very particular about how the dishes are washed and where they are stored.
奶奶對於碗盤怎麼洗、放在哪裡非常講究。
particular about — demanding regarding
The head chef is particular about the freshness of fish he buys for the kitchen.
主廚對於廚房買的魚鮮不鮮美非常講究。
Diego is particular about how his shirts are folded and put away in the drawer.
Diego 對於襯衫該怎麼摺、怎麼收進抽屜裡相當講究。
The guest was particular about having a room on the top floor with a balcony.
那位飯店客人堅持要一間頂樓附陽台的房間。
- fussy
more informal; slightly more negative
- picky
informal; used mainly about food or appearance
- fastidious
more formal; emphasises high personal standards
- easy-going
relaxed; not bothered by details
- casual
not paying close attention to details
文法句型
be particular about [something]
用法筆記
This is the only sense of 'particular' that is used after 'be' (predicatively), not before a noun. It is always followed by 'about' + noun/gerund. The tone can be neutral (describing high standards) or mildly critical (suggesting someone is difficult to please).
常見錯誤
particulars — 名詞
1. a single fact, point, or small piece of information that is part of a larger set
細目；要項
一項具體的事實或資訊
a single fact, point, or small piece of information that is part of a larger set of related facts or a general idea.
The detective studied every particular of the crime scene before writing the report.
偵探在撰寫報告前仔細研究了犯罪現場的每一項細節。
every particular — each separate detail
Kwame noted every particular of the contract negotiation in his leather notebook.
Kwame 在他的皮面筆記本裡記下了合約談判的每一項要點。
Oliver could recall every particular of the conversation they had five years ago.
Oliver 還記得他們五年前那次談話的每一處細節。
The architect checked each particular of the design blueprints with great care.
建築師非常仔細地檢查了設計藍圖的每一項細目。
From the witness statement, one particular stood out as the key to solving the case.
在目擊者的陳述中，有一項細節成了破案的關鍵。
- whole
the complete set, not a single piece
文法句型
every particular
a particular of [something]
each particular
用法筆記
The singular noun 'particular' is less common than the plural form 'particulars' (see idiom entry). It often appears in the pattern 'every particular', emphasising thoroughness. Unlike the idiom sense, this singular form refers to one individual detail rather than the full set.
常見錯誤
❌ 'She explained every particular of the plan, including the budget and timeline.' — This is actually correct! But learners often use 'detail' instead because it is more common.