Dictionary🇨🇳 Chinese → 🇺🇸 English
应用
yìngyòng
Description
应用是把知识、方法或技术用在实际事情上。它也可以指手机或电脑里的应用程序。
"应用" means using knowledge, methods, or technology in practical matters. It can also refer to applications on phones or computers.
Meanings
应用yìngyòng
to apply knowledge, methods, or technology in practice
我们把这个方法应用在工作中。
We apply this method at work.
应用yìngyòng
an application or app on a computer or phone
我常用这个应用学习中文。
I often use this app to learn Chinese.
Related words
Notes
- Etymology
应 means “to respond or suit,” while 用 means “to use.”
- Nuance
应用 often sounds more formal than the everyday verb 用 when meaning “use.”
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