引言:一个常见的误解
很多英语学习者会说 “when come to...”,但其实标准英语中更地道、更正确的表达是 “when it comes to...”。
这个短语用于引入某个话题或领域,相当于中文的“说到……”、“当谈到……时”。
正确用法解析
结构:When it comes to + 名词/动名词
When it comes to cooking, she’s the best in the family.
(说到做饭,她是家里最棒的。)
(说到做饭,她是家里最棒的。)
When it comes to learning English, practice makes perfect.
(谈到学英语,熟能生巧。)
(谈到学英语,熟能生巧。)
常见错误 vs 正确表达
- 错误: When come to music, I love jazz.
- 正确: When it comes to music, I love jazz.
- 错误: When comes to travel, he’s an expert.
- 正确: When it comes to travel, he’s an expert.
注意:主语 “it” 和动词 “comes” 都不能省略!
为什么是 “it”?
这里的 “it” 是形式主语(dummy subject),真正的主语是后面的名词或动名词。 类似结构还有 “It is important to study.” 中的 “it”。
所以,“when it comes to...” 实际上是一个固定搭配,不可随意更改。
实用例句集锦
- When it comes to sports, I prefer basketball.
- When it comes to choosing a career, passion matters.
- When it comes to grammar, many learners feel confused.
- When it comes to technology, things change fast.