“酌情”常见的英文表达有 “at one's discretion” 或 “as appropriate”,具体使用哪个取决于语境:
“at one's discretion”:强调根据个人的判断或决定来行事,带有一定的自主性和灵活性。例如:
The teacher may allow extra time for the exam at her discretion.(老师可以酌情允许考试延长时间。)
You can use the facilities at your own discretion.(你可以酌情使用这些设施。)
“as appropriate”:更侧重于根据具体情况、需要或标准来做出合适的决定或行动,常用于建议、规定等语境中。例如:
Adjust the dosage as appropriate based on the patient's condition.(根据患者的情况酌情调整剂量。)
Take rest breaks as appropriate during work.(工作中酌情休息。)