在英汉翻译中,"immature"与"premature"都可译为"不成熟的",但存在重要语义差异:
1. 词源与核心语义
-- immature(im-不 + mature成熟):指未达到预期成熟阶段,强调发育不完全
例:immature behavior(幼稚行为)
-- premature(pre-提前 + mature成熟):指早于正常时间发生,强调时机不当
例:premature decision(仓促决定)
2. 典型使用领 ...(以上内容有节略,please sign in for more)
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word-vs-word-cn
【Immature】 means not developed or fully grown.
- That child appears 【immature】 compared to the rest of the class.
【Premature】 means before the expected time (too soon).
- The 【premature】 infant was born at only seven months.