英语中"一...就..."的5种地道表达
常见表达方式
当描述条件与结果的关系时,英语中常用以下结构:
- Once + 从句 + 主句
- As soon as + 从句 + 主句
- When + 从句 + 主句
- Provided that + 从句 + 主句
- So long as + 从句 + 主句
结构对比
结构 | 正式程度 | 例句 |
---|---|---|
Once | 中高 | Once you submit the form, we'll process it immediately. |
As soon as | 高 | As soon as the meeting ends, we'll start the discussion. |
When | 低 | When you arrive, let me know your seat preference. |
Provided that | 中高 | Provided that you meet the criteria, you'll get the visa. |
So long as | 中 | So long as you study daily, you'll improve your English. |
使用建议
正式场合推荐使用Provided that/So long as,日常交流可用When/Wishful thinking
- 避免在书面语中使用口语化的When
- Once和As soon as可互换但后者更强调即时性
- Provided that常用于法律或合同条款
练习参考
- 翻译:"一收到邮件就回复" → Once you receive the email, reply immediately
- 改写:"When he arrives, we'll begin" → As soon as he arrives, we'll start
《English Grammar in Use》第3版 p.152-155
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