superstition
superstition — 名詞
1. A belief that certain actions, objects, or events are linked to fortune or misfo
迷信
基於恐懼或無知，而非理性或科學的信念
A belief that certain actions, objects, or events are linked to fortune or misfortune through mysterious or magical forces, without any scientific basis — for example, the idea that breaking a mirror brings seven years of misfortune, or that finding a four-leaf clover brings good fortune.
Gabriela's grandmother held a superstition that a black cat crossing your path brings good luck.
Gabriela 的祖母有個迷信，認為黑貓經過你面前會帶來好運。
hold + superstition + that-clause
Many athletes have their own superstitions, such as wearing the same socks before every game.
許多運動員都有自己的迷信，例如每場比賽前都穿同一雙襪子。
have + superstitions + about/such as
The villagers shared a superstition about the old tree being home to protective spirits.
村民們對那棵老樹有個迷信，認為它是守護神靈的居所。
Tuan laughed at the superstition about broken mirrors, but his mother took it seriously.
Tuan 對打破鏡子的迷信一笑置之，但他母親卻很當真。
Ancient sailors had a superstition that whistling on board would summon strong winds.
古代水手有個迷信，認為在船上吹口哨會招來強風。
- myth
A myth is a traditional story, often involving gods or heroes, not necessarily believed to be true; superstitions are believed by some people to affect real-world outcomes.
- folklore
Folklore refers to the entire body of traditional customs, stories, and beliefs of a community; superstition is one type of belief within folklore.
- old wives' tale
More informal and dismissive than superstition; often used to describe a belief that is scientifically disproven but continues to be passed down.
- science
Knowledge based on observation, experimentation, and evidence — the opposite of the irrational basis of superstition.
- rationality
The quality of being based on reason and logic rather than on magical thinking.
文法句型
superstition + that-clause
have/hold a superstition + about + noun phrase
uncountable: belief in such ideas generally
用法筆記
Uncountable use (Superstition is common in many cultures.) refers to the general phenomenon; countable use (She has many strange superstitions.) refers to specific beliefs. Common verbs include hold, have, believe in, and dismiss.