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手续
shǒuxù
Description
“手续”是指办事情的时候，需要完成的步骤或者要准备的文件。
"手续" refers to the steps or documents needed to complete a task.
我们常说“办手续”，比如去银行、去机场或者去学校的时候。
We often say "办手续", for example, when going to the bank, airport, or school.
Meanings
手续shǒuxù
procedures; formalities; paperwork
办这个手续要多长时间？
How long does it take to complete this procedure?
Related words
Notes
- Etymology
手 (hand) + 续 (continue), literally the continued steps of handling something.
- Nuance
usually paired with 办 (办手续) to mean 'go through procedures'.
In videos
“因为就是那时候在办那个留学手续，”
“二十年的手续到三九年报废啊，”
“你给他法律手续办特别”
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