B1 verb Neutral

执行

[tʂɨ³⁵ ɕiŋ⁵⁵]

To carry out or put into effect (a plan, order, or course of action).

Examples

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1

这个计划执行起来很有难度。

This plan is difficult to execute.

2

警察正在执行任务。

The police are carrying out a mission.

3

法律的生命在于执行。

The life of the law lies in its enforcement.

Word Family

Noun
执行力
Verb
执行
Adjective
执行的
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Memory Tip

Think of '执' (hold/handle) and '行' (go/act) — handling an action.

Quick Quiz

无论计划多完美,如果不去_______,就没有任何意义。

Correct!

The correct answer is: 执行

Examples

1

这个计划执行起来很有难度。

business

This plan is difficult to execute.

2

警察正在执行任务。

everyday

The police are carrying out a mission.

3

法律的生命在于执行。

formal

The life of the law lies in its enforcement.

4

该程序已经开始执行指令。

academic

The program has started executing the instructions.

5

说到做到,赶紧去执行吧!

informal

Do what you say; go and carry it out now!

Word Family

Noun
执行力
Verb
执行
Adjective
执行的

Common Collocations

执行任务 execute a task
执行计划 execute a plan
执行标准 enforce standards
执行官 executive officer
严格执行 strictly enforce

Common Phrases

强制执行

compulsory execution/enforcement

Often Confused With

执行 vs 实施

'实施' (implement) is often used for policies or large projects, while '执行' (execute) often implies following a specific order or a preset rule.

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Usage Notes

Very frequent in business and academic contexts regarding the application of rules or research protocols.

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Common Mistakes

Sometimes learners use '做' where '执行' (carry out/execute) would be more professional.

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Memory Tip

Think of '执' (hold/handle) and '行' (go/act) — handling an action.

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Word Origin

From 'zhí' (to hold) and 'xíng' (to act/walk).

Grammar Patterns

执行 + 任务/计划/法律 执行得 + 程度补语

Quick Quiz

无论计划多完美,如果不去_______,就没有任何意义。

Correct!

The correct answer is: 执行

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