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Be careful not to confuse this idiom with similar phrases that imply randomness or lack of direction. It is often used in formal contexts, such as business discussions or strategic planning. Common collocations include '有的放矢的计划' (a plan with clear goals) and '有的放矢的行动' (actions with purpose).
This idiom is not part of the HSK vocabulary lists but is useful for advanced learners aiming to improve their fluency. Focus on the individual characters and their meanings, as well as the idiomatic structure, to enhance comprehension and usage in context.
Learners often mix this idiom with phrases that describe aimlessness, such as '乱射' (shooting randomly). Remember, 有的放矢 emphasizes targeted actions, while乱射 implies a lack of direction.
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Idiom spotlight: 有的放矢
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How to say lit. to have a target in mind when shooting one's arrows (idiom) in Chinese
“lit. to have a target in mind when shooting one's arrows (idiom)” in Chinese is有的放矢
The idiom 有的放矢 (yǒu de fàng shǐ) literally translates to 'some (arrows) are shot at targets.' It means to act purposefully or to have a clear goal in mind when taking action. This expression is often used in contexts where planning and intention are emphasized, indicating that one's actions are directed and not random.
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Be careful not to confuse this idiom with similar phrases that imply randomness or lack of direction. It is often used in formal contexts, such as business discussions or strategic planning. Common collocations include '有的放矢的计划' (a plan with clear goals) and '有的放矢的行动' (actions with purpose).
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Learners often mix this idiom with phrases that describe aimlessness, such as '乱射' (shooting randomly). Remember, 有的放矢 emphasizes targeted actions, while乱射 implies a lack of direction.
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You can say, '在工作中，我们需要有的放矢的计划以确保效率。' (In our work, we need plans that are purposeful to ensure efficiency.)
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