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生效 (shēngxiào) vs 产生 (chǎnshēng): use 生效 when referring specifically to laws or contracts taking effect, while 产生 is broader, meaning 'to produce' or 'to generate'.
Learners often confuse 生效 with 发生 (fāshēng), which means 'to happen.' It is typically used in formal contexts, so avoid using it in casual conversation. Common collocations include '法律生效' (law takes effect) and '合同生效' (contract takes effect).
As an HSK Level 6 word, 生效 connects with other legal or formal vocabulary such as 合同 (contract), 规定 (regulation), and 实施 (implement). Focus on its usage in formal writing and discussions to reinforce understanding.
A common mistake is using 生效 when referring to something that simply happened, such as saying '这个事件生效了' (This event took effect), which should instead be '这个事件发生了' (This event happened).
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How to say to take effect in Chinese
“to take effect” in Chinese is生效
生效 (shēngxiào) means 'to take effect' or 'to go into effect.' It is commonly used in legal or formal contexts, such as when a contract or law is enacted. Understanding this term is crucial for discussions related to policies, agreements, or regulations.
When to use 生效
Learners often confuse 生效 with 发生 (fāshēng), which means 'to happen.' It is typically used in formal contexts, so avoid using it in casual conversation. Common collocations include '法律生效' (law takes effect) and '合同生效' (contract takes effect).
生效 or something close to it
生效 (shēngxiào) vs 产生 (chǎnshēng): use 生效 when referring specifically to laws or contracts taking effect, while 产生 is broader, meaning 'to produce' or 'to generate'.
What learners get wrong
A common mistake is using 生效 when referring to something that simply happened, such as saying '这个事件生效了' (This event took effect), which should instead be '这个事件发生了' (This event happened).
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Grammar patterns of 生效
生效 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). 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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他有权维持法庭判决，批准死刑____。
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It's best used in formal contexts, such as discussions about laws or contracts, rather than casual conversations.
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