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投票 (tóupiào) vs 表决 (biǎojué): Use 表决 when emphasizing the formal decision-making process in a group context, whereas 投票 focuses more on the act of casting a vote without the same emphasis on collective agreement.
When using 表决, it's important to note that it is more suitable for formal contexts rather than casual conversations. Common collocations include '表决通过' (to pass a vote) and '进行表决' (to conduct a vote). Be careful to use the correct tones, as mispronouncing can lead to misunderstandings.
As an HSK 6 word, 表决 connects with other advanced vocabulary related to governance and decision-making. Focus on the context in which it is used and practice forming sentences that illustrate its usage in formal discussions.
Learners often confuse 表决 with 选择 (xuǎnzé, to choose), using it inappropriately in casual contexts. For example, saying '我表决这个问题' (I vote on this issue) should be corrected to '我选择这个问题' (I choose this issue) if not in a formal setting.
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How to say to decide by vote in Chinese
“to decide by vote” in Chinese is表决
表决 (biǎojué) means to make a decision through voting, commonly used in formal settings such as legislative assemblies or organizational meetings. It emphasizes the collective agreement reached by a group, often reflecting democratic principles.
When to use 表决
When using 表决, it's important to note that it is more suitable for formal contexts rather than casual conversations. Common collocations include '表决通过' (to pass a vote) and '进行表决' (to conduct a vote). Be careful to use the correct tones, as mispronouncing can lead to misunderstandings.
表决 or something close to it
投票 (tóupiào) vs 表决 (biǎojué): Use 表决 when emphasizing the formal decision-making process in a group context, whereas 投票 focuses more on the act of casting a vote without the same emphasis on collective agreement.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 表决 with 选择 (xuǎnzé, to choose), using it inappropriately in casual contexts. For example, saying '我表决这个问题' (I vote on this issue) should be corrected to '我选择这个问题' (I choose this issue) if not in a formal setting.
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Grammar Patterns of 表决
表决 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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起初看起来我会以口头____的方式获胜。
At first it looked like I was going to win by acclamation.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 表决
While both mean 'to vote', 表决 specifically refers to the decision-making process in a formal setting, whereas 投票 can refer to any voting process.
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