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开展 (kāizhǎn) vs 进行 (jìnxíng) — use 开展 for initiating or launching, while 进行 refers to the ongoing process of carrying out an activity.
Be cautious with the usage of 开展 in informal contexts, as it is more suited for formal or professional situations. Common collocations include 开展活动 (kāi zhǎn huó dòng - launch activities) and 开展合作 (kāi zhǎn hé zuò - initiate cooperation). Pay attention to the tone, ensuring '开展' is pronounced with the correct high and low tones.
As an HSK 6 word, 开展 connects with other advanced vocabulary related to business and formal actions. Focus on situational usage in professional dialogues and practice constructing sentences that involve launching or developing initiatives.
Learners often confuse 开展 with 开始, using them interchangeably. For example, saying 开始活动 instead of 开展活动 can sound awkward; instead, use 开展 to emphasize the developmental aspect.
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How to say (begin to) develop in Chinese
“(begin to) develop” in Chinese is开展
开展 (kāi zhǎn) refers to the act of starting or developing something, often in a formal context such as launching a project, exhibition, or initiative. It implies a sense of unfolding or progressing towards a goal, making it commonly used in business, education, and event planning.
When to use 开展
Be cautious with the usage of 开展 in informal contexts, as it is more suited for formal or professional situations. Common collocations include 开展活动 (kāi zhǎn huó dòng - launch activities) and 开展合作 (kāi zhǎn hé zuò - initiate cooperation). Pay attention to the tone, ensuring '开展' is pronounced with the correct high and low tones.
开展 or something close to it
开展 (kāizhǎn) vs 进行 (jìnxíng) — use 开展 for initiating or launching, while 进行 refers to the ongoing process of carrying out an activity.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 开展 with 开始, using them interchangeably. For example, saying 开始活动 instead of 开展活动 can sound awkward; instead, use 开展 to emphasize the developmental aspect.
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Grammar Patterns of 开展
开展 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 9 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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新的关税制对____贸易极为不利.
The new tariffs have put a stranglehold on trade.
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Cultural Notes for 开展
In contrast to Western cultures where 'launching' can sometimes feel casual or informal, in Chinese culture, 开展 carries a weight of formality and planning, often involving multiple stakeholders and a structured approach.
Frequently Asked Questions about 开展
While it's primarily used in formal contexts, you can use 开展 for personal projects if framing them in a serious or organized manner.
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