机制
A system of parts working together in a machine; a natural or established process by which something takes place or is brought about.
Examples
3 of 5这台机器的传动机制很复杂。
The transmission mechanism of this machine is very complex.
我们需要建立一个有效的反馈机制。
We need to establish an effective feedback mechanism.
这是公司的运作机制，我也没办法。
This is just how the company operates, I can't help it.
Word Family
Memory Tip
Think of '机' (machine) and '制' (system/control). The system that runs the machine.
Quick Quiz
为了防止火灾，大楼安装了自动报警___。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 机制
Examples
这台机器的传动机制很复杂。
everydayThe transmission mechanism of this machine is very complex.
我们需要建立一个有效的反馈机制。
formalWe need to establish an effective feedback mechanism.
这是公司的运作机制，我也没办法。
informalThis is just how the company operates, I can't help it.
科学家们正在研究大脑的学习机制。
academicScientists are studying the learning mechanisms of the brain.
这种定价机制在行业内很常见。
businessThis pricing mechanism is common in the industry.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
长效机制
long-term mechanism
预警机制
early warning mechanism
协调机制
coordination mechanism
Often Confused With
体制 refers to a large-scale system (like a political system), while 机制 refers to the specific process or way things work.
Usage Notes
Highly frequent in IELTS Reading and Writing when discussing how societies, economies, or biological systems function.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes use '方法' (method) when they should use '机制' (mechanism) for a complex system.
Memory Tip
Think of '机' (machine) and '制' (system/control). The system that runs the machine.
Word Origin
机 (jī) means machine/opportunity, and 制 (zhì) means system/manufacture.
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
为了防止火灾，大楼安装了自动报警___。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 机制
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