從0開始建立Word Bank — 以托福寫作為例

在練習許多篇托福作文之後，我們可能會注意到同個主題下某些詞彙會不斷重複出現，因此將這些詞彙按照主題的方式整理歸納，會更易於記住。我認為每個人都有不同的學習風格或習慣，可以找出最適合自己的 word bank。在 word bank 裡，可以寫下你常用的詞彙、理由或者例子。

以下我會按照主題方式列出我在托福寫作常用的搭配詞和句型，可以當作參考，每個主題下的詞彙有時也可以互相通用，比如金錢與工作或者時間與學校：(因篇幅有限，請主動查詢例句並觀察該詞彙或句型在上下文中呈現方式以及在什麼樣的語境下表達，只有在思考過後的練習才會印象深刻。)

一、適用於所有主題：

1. 基本詞彙替換：

• people → individuals
• teacher → instructor
• offer ↔️ provide

2.導致和結果的表達方式：

• lead to, contribute to + V-ing (e.g., leading to unsatisfactory exam performance)
• result in, as a result of

3.強調重要性：

• It is crucial/important/imperative(必要性) to

4. 比較(適合用於兩個選項的題目)：

• compared to

5.其他實用表達：

• engage in, involve
• enable to, allow to
• offer/provide greater benefits, be beneficial
• enhance
• increase/decrease
• a situation where ____
• influence significantly, has a direct impact on
• adversely affected 負面影響
• address/ deal with/ tackle issues, encounter challenges
• rather than, instead of
• achieve academic/working success
• experience (n./v.) (e.g., experience blurry images and disrupted audio)
• make lots of effort/ endeavors
• underscore(強調) the urgent need for
• be dedicated to

二、與金錢相關的詞彙

1. 獨立生活與財務壓力：

• have a tight budget
• live independently
• achieving financial independence
• contribute to financial success
• reduce financial strain

2. 其它：

• pay for, cover, afford
• making them more affordable for families with average income
• with the rising cost of air travel
• high earning potential
• financial incentive (適用於政府政策的主題)

三、與時間相關的詞彙

1. 時間效率：

• enhance/reduce time-efficient
• time-consuming

四、與學校和教育相關的詞彙

1. 學業表現：

• lead to declined academic performance/ enhance academic performance
• receive good grades
• achieve/fail to achieve+ exceptional grades
• make progress 進步
• perform below expectations
• rank at the top
• the grades suffered
• enhance/improve our expertise(專業)
• pursue graduate studies

2. 其它：

• acquire knowledge
• gain insight into
• develop ___ skills (e.g. develop speking skills)
• take a class on+課程名稱 (e.g. take a class on Teaching Chinese as a Second Language)
• obtain the high-level educational degree
• homework was due the next day

五、與工作相關的詞彙

1. 職業發展：

• secure a well-paying job
• suffer from intense pressure of work environment
• reduce the stress related to his job
• hinder/achieve/enhance/support+ career progression

2. 合作與人際關係：

• be well-liked by others 受歡迎
• the ability to cooperate with other people
• foster good collaborative relationships
• strengthens our bonds (也可用在關係的主題)

3. 其他：

• lost someone’s source of income during his period of unemployment
• equip with the ability
• work overtime

六、與健康相關的詞彙

1. 健康問題：

• suffer from sleep deprivation/was sleep-deprived/或某個疾病
• directly impact public health
• ___ is detrimental to(有害) our health
• treat his respiratory issues caused by air pollution
• experience/reduce mental relief
• overcome depression
• on the brink of despair

七、與政府和政策相關的詞彙

1. 環境保護：

• I believe prioritizing environmental protection is essential, as it directly impacts public health.
• The practice significantly worsened the river’s pollution.

以下提供幾個獨立寫作開頭和結尾句的寫法，並以粗體標示好用的語塊：

寫作開頭句

• I prefer new movies because watching them with friends strengthens our bonds and sparks our discussions.
• By watching the latest movies, I would gain deeper insights into my friends and engage in dynamic conversations with them.
• Taxing companies is not an ideal way to protect the environment since it may lead to cost-cutting measures that worsen pollution.
• Modernizing trains and buses is a much better approach/strategy/method for governments to improve transportation.
• I believe that donating to charities offers more tangible benefits compared to international organizations, especially when addressing urgent and specific community needs.

寫作結尾句

• Given the reliable data and my friend’s experience, it is imperative for the government to take action to establish car-free zones for public safety.
• The professor’s clear and insightful interpretation of modern Chinese literature greatly aided my understanding, leading to exceptional grades in my final exams, surpassing my expectations.
• It is not essential for universities to make public speaking a mandatory requirement for all students.
• Given the scenario of high inflation and modest income growth, it is clear that individuals are unable to engage in excessive consumption.
• Ultimately, outdoors classes are crucial for cultivating environmental consciousness in students aged 5–18, as this experience deeply engrain the importance of preserving the planet.
• This experience has reinforced my belief that sharing scientific knowledge is crucial for the advancement of medical science and can significantly contribute to improving human lives.
• This experience of my friend strongly reinforces my belief that engaging students in outdoor classes can significantly beneficial for students’ mental health.
• Therefore, supporting local charities can often be a more practical and effective way to make a difference(產生影響).
• Government contributions to art activities hold more meaningful impact.
• It is evident that offering financial incentives plays a crucial role in facilitating successful purchases.

筆記呈現方式：

在準備托福考試期間，我一開始是用手寫的方式來收集和整理詞彙及句型。但在考試結束後，我發現使用卡片筆記軟體，如 Hebtabase（或將便利貼貼在牆上），能更有效地管理這些資料。不僅可以讓所有詞彙一目了然，還能將相關詞彙進行連結，並且可隨時更新和調整。透過這種視覺化的方式，記憶詞彙也許能變得更加容易。