snug
snug — 形容詞
- snugpositive
- snuggercomparative
- snuggestsuperlative
1. describes a small space, a room, or a person who feels pleasantly warm and prote
溫暖舒適
小而溫暖、有安全感的
describes a small space, a room, or a person who feels pleasantly warm and protected from cold or discomfort — for example, a child tucked into bed with a soft blanket on a winter night.
The children felt snug and warm in their sleeping bags by the campfire.
孩子們在營火旁的睡袋裡感到既溫暖又舒適。
snug and warm — common paired adjectives
Noor pulled the thick blanket around her shoulders and felt wonderfully snug.
Noor 把厚毯子拉到肩上，覺得暖和又舒服。
felt + wonderfully snug
Sirin's cottage is snug and quiet, protected from the winter wind by the hill behind it.
Sirin 的小屋溫暖又寧靜，後方的山丘為它擋住了冬天的寒風。
The cat found a snug spot behind the sofa cushions and stayed there all afternoon.
那隻貓在沙發靠墊後面找到了一個溫暖的小角落，待了整個下午。
It was a snug little house with a fireplace and wooden floors that creaked softly.
那是一間溫馨的小房子，有壁爐和會輕微嘎吱作響的木頭地板。
- cosy
very similar; 'cosy' is more common in British English, while 'snug' emphasises protection from cold or wind
- comfortable
broader meaning; 'comfortable' does not necessarily imply small size or protection from the elements
- warm
focuses on temperature; 'snug' includes both warmth and a sense of security
用法筆記
Commonly used with nouns like spot, corner, room, house, or bed to describe a small area that feels protective rather than cramped.
常見錯誤
2. describes clothing or a covering that fits the body firmly and closely without b
合身的
服裝或蓋子等緊密貼合的
describes clothing or a covering that fits the body firmly and closely without being painfully tight — for example, a pair of boots that holds the foot securely.
Joaquín prefers boots that are snug around the ankle for long mountain walks.
Joaquín 比較喜歡腳踝部位合身的靴子，方便在山上長途健行。
snug around [body part]
Abigail wore a snug sweater under her coat during the cold morning walk to school.
Abigail 在外套裡面穿了一件貼身毛衣，在寒冷的早晨走路去上學。
The lid fits snug on the jar, keeping the cookies fresh for days.
蓋子蓋在罐子上很緊密，能讓餅乾保持新鮮好幾天。
Ayesha's running shoes are snug enough to prevent blisters but not so tight that they hurt.
Ayesha 的跑鞋夠合身，不會起水泡，但也不會緊到不舒服。
The new gloves are snug on each finger and keep his hands warm in the snow.
新手套在每根手指上都很貼合，讓他在雪中雙手保持溫暖。
- tight
stronger and often negative; 'tight' can mean uncomfortably close, while 'snug' suggests pleasant closeness
- close-fitting
more formal and neutral; describes the fact of fitting closely without the positive warmth connotation
- neat
can describe tidy appearance; does not specifically address how something fits on the body
用法筆記
Unlike tight, which often has a negative connotation of discomfort, snug suggests a fit that is secure and comfortable. Frequently used for shoes, gloves, hats, and lids.
常見錯誤
snug — 名詞
- snugsingular
- snugsplural
1. a small separate space inside a traditional pub or bar that is designed for a ha
雅座
酒吧或酒館內的小包廂
a small separate space inside a traditional pub or bar that is designed for a handful of guests to talk privately, often fitted with its own seating or a fireplace.
The old pub in York has a snug where four friends can sit by the fire.
約克那家老酒館裡有一個舒適的雅座，可以讓四個朋友坐在爐火旁。
a snug — countable noun, specific to pubs
Iris and her colleagues reserved the snug for their team meeting after work.
Iris 和同事們訂了雅座，下班後在裡面開小組會議。
Kofi liked the snug because it was quieter than the noisy main bar area.
Kofi 喜歡雅座，因為那裡比吵鬧的主酒吧區安靜許多。
The snug at the corner of the bar has a small table and two leather chairs.
酒吧角落的雅座裡有一張小桌子和兩張皮椅。
Mira and her friends moved to the snug when the main room became too crowded.
Mira 和朋友們在主廳變得太擁擠時，就移到了雅座去。
- private booth
more general; found in restaurants and bars anywhere, not specific to British pubs
- alcove
a recessed area in a room; does not have the traditional pub association
- compartment
more formal; refers to any divided section of a space
用法筆記
This sense is chiefly British and is not commonly used in American English. In the UK, many traditional pubs have a room called 'the snug' that is smaller and more private than the main bar.
snug — 動詞
- snugpresent simple I / you / we / they
- snugs3rd person singular
- snugging-ing form
- snuggedpast simple
1. to move yourself into a warm, comfortable position, usually by pressing your bod
依偎；蜷伏
鑽進溫暖舒適的位置
to move yourself into a warm, comfortable position, usually by pressing your body against something soft or warm — for example, a child settling into a parent's lap or a person curling up under a blanket.
The little girl snugged into her mother's lap and closed her eyes.
小女孩依偎在媽媽腿上，閉上了眼睛。
snugged into — verb + preposition for settling in
Ezra snugged down under the duvet as the rain beat against the bedroom window.
Ezra 縮進羽絨被裡，聽著雨水打在臥室窗戶上。
snugged down — phrasal verb pattern
The kittens snugged together in their basket on the cold kitchen floor.
小貓們在冰冷的廚房地板上的籃子裡蜷縮在一起。
After a long day of hiking, Ingrid snugged into the warm hotel bed.
走了一整天的山路之後，Ingrid 鑽進了旅館溫暖的床上。
Minho snugged against Kemi on the sofa while they watched a nature film.
Minho 在沙發上靠著 Kemi，一起看一部自然紀錄片。
文法句型
snug + adverb/preposition (down, into, against, up)
用法筆記
This sense is much less common than the adjective senses. 'Snuggle' is the more frequent verb in everyday speech; 'snug' as a verb sounds slightly old-fashioned or literary.
2. to adjust, position, or fasten something so that it fits firmly and does not mov
旋緊；使貼合
調整位置使緊密貼合
to adjust, position, or fasten something so that it fits firmly and does not move or rattle — for example, tightening a screw or pressing a lid into place.
Ryo snugged the screws firmly before testing whether the shelf would hold his books.
Ryo 將螺絲確實旋緊，才測試架子能不能撐住他的書。
snugged [object] firmly — adverb for manner
Tariro snugged the rope around the post to stop the boat from drifting away.
Tariro 把繩子在柱子上拉緊繫好，以免船漂走。
The mechanic snugged each bolt by hand before using the wrench on them.
技師用手把每根螺栓轉緊，然後才用扳手鎖緊。
Apinya snugged the lid onto the storage box until it clicked shut.
Apinya 把蓋子壓到收納箱上，直到喀一聲蓋緊為止。
Rachel snugged the backpack straps so the bag would not swing while she ran.
Rachel 把背包帶子拉緊，讓背包在她跑步時不會晃來晃去。
- tighten
more general; 'tighten' simply means to make tighter, while 'snug' implies adjusting to an optimal, comfortable closeness
- secure
broader meaning; includes tying, locking, or any method of fastening
- adjust
general term for changing position; does not specifically mean to make something fit closely
- loosen
to make something less tight or less firmly fixed
文法句型
snug + object + adverb/preposition (down, in, into)
用法筆記
Common in DIY, mechanics, and sailing contexts. 'Tighten' is the more general word; 'snug' emphasises checking the fit until it is just right — not too loose and not forced.
3. to place someone or something in a safe or secret position where it cannot be ea
藏匿
把物品或自己藏在隱密處
to place someone or something in a safe or secret position where it cannot be easily seen or found — for example, tucking a letter into a hidden drawer or settling into a concealed spot.
The old love letters were snugged away in a drawer that no one ever opened.
那些舊情書被藏在一個從來沒有人打開過的抽屜裡。
snugged away — phrasal verb for hiding
Asher snugged the birthday gift behind the row of books on the highest shelf.
Asher 把生日禮物藏在一整排書後面最高的架子上。
Kemi snugged herself in the corner of the wardrobe until the guests had gone home.
Kemi 把自己藏在衣櫃角落，直到客人全部離開。
The old key was snugged inside a hollow brick in the garden wall.
那把舊鑰匙藏在花園牆上一塊空心磚裡面。
Diego snugged the cash into a pocket sewn inside his jacket lining.
Diego 把現金塞進夾克內襯裡的一個暗袋中。
文法句型
snug + object + adverb (away)
用法筆記
This sense is uncommon in modern English. 'Hide' or 'conceal' are far more frequent. The verb 'snug' with this meaning often appears in past participle form (snugged away) rather than in active sentences.