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March 24, 2026
复印(複印)fùyìn(fu4yin4)
复印 (fù yìn) means 'to photocopy' or 'to duplicate a document.' It is commonly used in office settings or academic institutions when referring to the act of making a copy of a physical document using a photocopier. The term emphasizes the process of reproduction rather than the original document itself.
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Cultural Note
In modern Chinese offices and schools, photocopying is a routine activity, often seen as essential for document management and sharing. The prevalence of photocopying services reflects the fast-paced nature of work and study in urban China.
Memory Tip
Imagine a busy office where documents are constantly being duplicated. The character 复 (fù) looks like two layers stacked on top of each other, representing 'repeating' or 'duplicating,' and 印 (yìn) has the meaning of 'print' or 'mark.' Together, you can visualize a photocopier making a copy of a document, hence 'photocopy.'
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AI Study Notes for 复印
Quick Contrast
复印 (fù yìn) vs 复制 (fù zhì) — choose 复印 when specifically referring to photocopying documents, while 复制 is used for duplicating files or data.
Usage Notes
Be cautious not to confuse 复印 (fù yìn) with the word for 'copy' (副本, fù běn), which refers to a copy as a noun. 复印 is used in more formal contexts, such as in workplaces, while you might use simpler terms in casual conversations. Remember to use the correct tones, as mispronouncing them can lead to misunderstandings.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 4 word, 复印 connects well with other office-related vocabulary. Students should focus on using it in sentences, especially in contexts where document handling is discussed, to reinforce its meaning and usage.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly use 复印 when referring to making digital copies. For example, saying '我复印了文件到电脑' (Wǒ fù yìn le wénjiàn dào diànnǎo) is incorrect; the correct term would be 复制 (fù zhì) for copying to a computer.
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复印 (fù yìn) means 'to photocopy' or 'to duplicate a document.' It is commonly used in office settings or academic institutions when referring to the act of making a copy of a physical document using a photocopier. The term emphasizes the process of reproduction rather than the original document itself.
When to use 复印
Be cautious not to confuse 复印 (fù yìn) with the word for 'copy' (副本, fù běn), which refers to a copy as a noun. 复印 is used in more formal contexts, such as in workplaces, while you might use simpler terms in casual conversations. Remember to use the correct tones, as mispronouncing them can lead to misunderstandings.
复印 or something close to it
复印 (fù yìn) vs 复制 (fù zhì) — choose 复印 when specifically referring to photocopying documents, while 复制 is used for duplicating files or data.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mistakenly use 复印 when referring to making digital copies. For example, saying '我复印了文件到电脑' (Wǒ fù yìn le wénjiàn dào diànnǎo) is incorrect; the correct term would be 复制 (fù zhì) for copying to a computer.
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Grammar Patterns of 复印
复印 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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Complete the Sentence
非常感谢您允许我们____这篇文章。
We are grateful to you for permission to reproduce this article.
