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The act or process of writing, especially creative or formal writing.
写作是一种重要的语言表达方式。
Writing is an important way of expressing language.
他正在学习写作技巧。
He is learning writing techniques.
Can refer to both the process and the product of writing.
To engage in writing as an activity or profession.
她从事写作工作已经十年了。
She has been working in writing for ten years.
Used as a verb in this context.
'写作' emphasizes the creative or formal process of writing, while '写字' simply means 'to write characters' or 'handwriting'.
Use '写作' in formal or academic contexts (e.g., writing an essay, novel). For casual writing (e.g., a shopping list), use '写字'.
Composed of 写 (xiě, 'to write') and 作 (zuò, 'to make/create'), reflecting the act of creating written content.
Commonly used in academic, literary, and professional contexts. The verb form (写作) is less common than the noun form.