初稿
The first version of a piece of writing, which will be revised later (first draft).
Examples
3 of 5这只是个初稿,还要改。
This is just a first draft, it still needs changes.
请在周五前提交项目计划书的初稿。
Please submit the first draft of the project proposal by Friday.
初稿写得乱七八糟的。
The first draft is a total mess.
Word Family
Memory Tip
初 (first/initial) + 稿 (manuscript).
Quick Quiz
在提交最终版本之前,你应该先写一份___。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 初稿
Examples
这只是个初稿,还要改。
everydayThis is just a first draft, it still needs changes.
请在周五前提交项目计划书的初稿。
formalPlease submit the first draft of the project proposal by Friday.
初稿写得乱七八糟的。
informalThe first draft is a total mess.
写好初稿是论文写作中最艰难的一步。
academicWriting the first draft is the hardest step in paper writing.
合同初稿已经由律师审核过了。
businessThe first draft of the contract has been reviewed by the lawyer.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
设计初稿
first design draft
初稿审核
review of the first draft
第一初稿
very first draft
Often Confused With
草稿 is a rough sketch/scribble; 初稿 is a more complete, structured first version of a document.
Usage Notes
Essential for discussing the writing process in academic contexts.
Common Mistakes
Don't confuse '初稿' with '出稿' (to publish/release a draft).
Memory Tip
初 (first/initial) + 稿 (manuscript).
Word Origin
From '初' (beginning) and '稿' (draft/stalk of grain).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
在提交最终版本之前,你应该先写一份___。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 初稿
Related Vocabulary
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兼职
B1To do a part-time job alongside one's main occupation, such as studying or full-time work.
教科书
B1A book used in the study of a particular subject, especially one used in schools or colleges.
必修课
B1A course that a student must take in order to complete a degree or graduate.
段落
B1A distinct section of a piece of writing, usually dealing with a single theme and indicated by a new line or indentation.
讲义
B1Printed materials or notes provided by a teacher to students for a lecture or course (handouts).
思路
B1A train of thought; the sequence of ideas or the logic behind someone's thinking process.
精髓
B1The most important or central part of something; the essence or spirit of a culture, theory, or art.
指引
B2Information, advice, or a set of instructions that helps someone do something or makes a decision; guidance.
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