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方式

fāng shì

What does "方式" mean in English?

method

有很多种学习语言的方式。

There are many ways to learn a language.


How to use "方式" correctly: definitions and examples in English?

general

A method, approach, or manner of doing something.

我们需要找到更有效的解决问题的方式。

We need to find a more effective way to solve the problem.

This is the most common and general meaning of '方式'.

Technology
formal

A mode or style, particularly in technical or formal contexts.

这个软件支持多种传输方式。

This software supports multiple transmission modes.

In technical contexts, '方式' can refer to specific modes of operation.

Collocations

学习方式learning method解决问题的方式way to solve a problem传输方式transmission mode

Synonyms

方法手段途径

Antonyms

无法无效

Related Phrases

以...方式phrase
in the manner of...

Pro Tip

Formal vs. Informal Usage

'方式' is more formal than '方法'. Use '方式' in technical or formal writing, and '方法' in everyday conversation.

Gold Rule

Precision in Technical Contexts

In technical fields, '方式' can refer to specific modes of operation, such as '传输方式' (transmission mode).

Word Origin

Composed of '方' (direction, method) and '式' (mode, manner).

Usage Notes

'方式' is often used in formal or technical contexts to describe methods or approaches. In everyday speech, '方法' is more commonly used.

Word Breakdown

方
direction, method
root
+
式
mode, manner
suffix
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