2.Assume vs know vs think
assume、know和think的辨析
To assume is a regular verb that means to suppose something to be the true, but without proof.
Assume是一个规则动词,意思是假设某事是真的,但并没有真凭实据。
Example: I assume you’re here to learn English.
例句:我假设你来这里是来学英语的。
To know is an irregular verb that means to be absolutely certain or sure about something, usually through observation, inquiry, or information.
Know是一个不规则动词,意思是完全确信、肯定某事,通常是通过观察、询问或各种信息得出的结果。
Example: I know I should practise English every day, but I never seem to have the time.
例句:我知道我应该每天练习英语,但我似乎从来都找不到时间来这么做。
To think is an irregular verb that means to have a particular opinion, belief, or idea about someone or something.
Think是一个不规则动词,意思是对某人或某事有一种特别的观点、信念或想法。
Example: I think English is a global language.
例句:我认为英语是一种全球通用语。
Note - If you need to remember which one to use, memorise this sentence: Why do some people assume they know what other people think about something?
提示:如果你想记住这三个词的区别的话,记住下面这个例句就行了:为什么有些人自认为他们知道别人在想些什么?