symphony
symphony — 名詞
1. a long musical composition written to be performed by a large orchestra, usually
交響曲
為大型管弦樂團所作的多樂章樂曲
a long musical composition written to be performed by a large orchestra, usually divided into several separate parts called movements
The conductor led the orchestra through Beethoven's Symphony No. 5 with great energy.
指揮帶領管弦樂團，以飽滿的能量演奏了貝多芬的第五號交響曲。
possessive + composer's name + Symphony + number
Yuki listened to a symphony by Mahler while studying for her history exam.
Yuki 一邊為歷史考試唸書，一邊聽了馬勒的交響曲。
a symphony by + [composer]
The composer spent nearly a decade writing his first symphony before its premiere.
那位作曲家花了將近十年的時間創作他的第一首交響曲，直到首演那天。
During the symphony's slow movement, several people in the audience began to cry.
在交響曲的慢板樂章中，聽眾席裡有幾個人開始流淚。
Christopher could recognize any symphony by Tchaikovsky after just a few notes.
Christopher 只要聽幾個小節，就能認出任何一首柴可夫斯基的交響曲。
- orchestral work
broader term; any piece written for an orchestra, not necessarily in symphonic form
- symphonic composition
slightly more formal term for a symphony
- sonata
similar structure but written for a solo instrument or small ensemble, not a full orchestra
文法句型
possessive + symphony + number (Beethoven's Fifth Symphony)
symphony in + key + number (symphony in C minor)
用法筆記
When referring to a specific numbered symphony, the word and number are usually capitalized and preceded by the composer's name: Beethoven's Fifth Symphony, Mahler's Symphony No. 2.
常見錯誤
2. a large orchestra that regularly performs classical music, especially symphonies
交響樂團
演奏交響曲的大型管弦樂團
a large orchestra that regularly performs classical music, especially symphonies, or the organization that runs such an orchestra
The city symphony is looking for a new conductor to lead next season's concerts.
市立交響樂團正在尋找新的指揮，來帶領下一個樂季的音樂會。
the + [city] + symphony
Aylin auditioned for the symphony and was offered a position as second violinist.
Aylin 參加了交響樂團的甄選，獲聘擔任第二小提琴手。
audition for + the symphony
Our local symphony performs free concerts in the park every summer evening.
我們當地的交響樂團每年夏天的傍晚都會在公園裡舉辦免費音樂會。
Donations from the community helped the symphony buy new instruments for the string section.
來自社區的捐款幫助交響樂團為弦樂部添購了新樂器。
Tariq's grandmother played in a symphony for over forty years before she retired.
Tariq 的祖母在交響樂團演奏了四十多年，直到退休。
- orchestra
broader term; any group of musicians playing together, not necessarily a symphony orchestra
- philharmonic
a type of symphony orchestra; the terms are largely interchangeable in modern usage
- symphony orchestra
the full, formal name for this type of musical group
文法句型
the + [city] + symphony
symphony + verb (audition / perform / tour)
用法筆記
In this sense, 'symphony' is a shortened form of 'symphony orchestra.' It usually refers to the organization as a whole — including the musicians, management, and administration — not just the group of players on stage.