B1 noun, verb Neutral

应用

[iŋ˥ juŋ˥˩]

The practical use of something, such as a theory, method, or piece of software. To put something into operation.

Examples

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1

这个应用软件非常好用。

This application software is very useful.

2

理论必须与实践应用相结合。

Theory must be combined with practical application.

3

你能把学到的东西应用到生活中吗?

Can you apply what you've learned to your life?

Word Family

Noun
应用
Verb
应用
Adjective
应用性的
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Memory Tip

应 (should/respond) + 用 (use). Using something where it should be used.

Quick Quiz

手机里有很多好玩的___程序。

Correct!

The correct answer is: 应用

Examples

1

这个应用软件非常好用。

everyday

This application software is very useful.

2

理论必须与实践应用相结合。

formal

Theory must be combined with practical application.

3

你能把学到的东西应用到生活中吗?

informal

Can you apply what you've learned to your life?

4

本研究探讨了该算法在数据处理中的应用。

academic

This study explores the application of the algorithm in data processing.

5

公司正在开发新的商业应用。

business

The company is developing new business applications.

Word Family

Noun
应用
Verb
应用
Adjective
应用性的

Common Collocations

广泛应用 widely applied
应用场景 application scenario
应用研究 applied research
实际应用 practical application
应用程序 application program (App)

Common Phrases

学以致用

study for the purpose of application

应用广泛

widely used

应用数学

applied mathematics

Often Confused With

应用 vs 使用

使用 is a general word for 'to use', while 应用 emphasizes the practical use of a theory, skill, or technology.

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Usage Notes

In modern tech, '应用' is the standard word for 'App'.

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Common Mistakes

Avoid using '应用' for simple actions like using a pen; use '用' or '使用' instead.

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Memory Tip

应 (should/respond) + 用 (use). Using something where it should be used.

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Word Origin

From classical Chinese meaning 'to meet a need through use'.

Grammar Patterns

应用到...中 得到...应用

Quick Quiz

手机里有很多好玩的___程序。

Correct!

The correct answer is: 应用

Related Phrases

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