行为
The way in which one acts or conducts oneself, especially toward others, or the response of an organism to a stimulus.
Examples
3 of 5这种行为在公共场合是不被接受的。
This behavior is not acceptable in public.
心理学家正在研究人类的消费行为。
Psychologists are studying human consumer behavior.
你的行为让我感到很失望。
Your behavior disappointed me.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Xing (to walk/act) + Wei (to do/act). The things you do and act.
Quick Quiz
科学家通过观察猴子的___来了解它们的社会结构。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 行为
Examples
这种行为在公共场合是不被接受的。
formalThis behavior is not acceptable in public.
心理学家正在研究人类的消费行为。
academicPsychologists are studying human consumer behavior.
你的行为让我感到很失望。
informalYour behavior disappointed me.
法律禁止任何形式的暴力行为。
formalThe law prohibits any form of violent behavior.
我们要养成良好的卫生行为。
everydayWe should develop good hygiene behaviors.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
行为科学
behavioral science
行为习惯
behavioral habits
Often Confused With
Xingdong is 'action/operation' (doing something); xingwei is 'behavior' (the way one acts).
Usage Notes
Used in both everyday contexts (manners) and academic contexts (psychology/sociology).
Common Mistakes
Using 'xingwei' as a verb. It is a noun.
Memory Tip
Xing (to walk/act) + Wei (to do/act). The things you do and act.
Word Origin
From 'xing' (action) and 'wei' (deed).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
科学家通过观察猴子的___来了解它们的社会结构。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 行为
Related Phrases
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More psychology words
审视
B1To examine or look at something carefully and critically, often from a new perspective.
态度
B1A settled way of thinking or feeling about someone or something, typically one that is reflected in a person's behavior. In an academic context, it refers to the stance or perspective an author or speaker takes regarding a subject.
偏向
B1An inclination, bias, or tendency towards a particular side or opinion. It can also be used as a verb meaning 'to favor'.
动机
B1The reason or reasons one has for acting or behaving in a particular way; motivation or motive.
适应
B1To adjust to new conditions or a new environment. It refers to the process of becoming suitable for a new situation through changes in behavior or thinking.
满足
B1To fulfill a need, requirement, or desire. It can also describe the feeling of being satisfied.
意识
B1The state of being aware of one's surroundings; knowledge or realization of something; or the collective thoughts of a group.
偏见
B1An unfair and often negative opinion or feeling formed without enough thought or knowledge. It refers to a biased perspective against a person or group.
认知
B1The mental action or process of acquiring knowledge and understanding through thought, experience, and the senses.
抵触
B1To conflict with or clash with. It can refer to physical contact, but more commonly refers to conflicting ideas, laws, or emotions.
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