针对
To be aimed at, directed against, or in response to a specific person, thing, or situation. It is common when discussing targeted solutions or policies.
Examples
3 of 5我这话不是针对你的。
I didn't mean this towards you personally.
研究针对不同年龄段的人群进行了调查。
The research conducted surveys targeted at different age groups.
针对这个麻烦，你有什么好办法吗？
Do you have any good ideas for this trouble?
Word Family
Memory Tip
针 (zhēn) is a needle. 对 (duì) is to face. Think of a needle pointing directly at a target.
Quick Quiz
老师的建议是____你的弱点给出的。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 针对
Examples
我这话不是针对你的。
everydayI didn't mean this towards you personally.
研究针对不同年龄段的人群进行了调查。
academicThe research conducted surveys targeted at different age groups.
针对这个麻烦，你有什么好办法吗？
informalDo you have any good ideas for this trouble?
我们的营销策略是针对年轻消费者的。
businessOur marketing strategy is aimed at young consumers.
政府针对交通拥堵问题出台了新政策。
formalThe government introduced new policies aimed at traffic congestion.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
针对...而言
as far as ... is concerned
具有针对性
to be focused/pertinent
Often Confused With
对于 is a general 'regarding', while 针对 implies a specific target or purpose in response to something.
Usage Notes
Used in IELTS Task 2 when suggesting solutions: '针对全球变暖，我们应该...' (Aimed at global warming, we should...).
Common Mistakes
Do not confuse with '反对' (oppose). 针对 is 'aimed at', which can be positive (a solution) or neutral (a target group).
Memory Tip
针 (zhēn) is a needle. 对 (duì) is to face. Think of a needle pointing directly at a target.
Word Origin
针 (needle/sting) + 对 (opposite/to face).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
老师的建议是____你的弱点给出的。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 针对
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补救
B1To take action to correct or improve a situation that has gone wrong; to compensate for a mistake or deficiency.
应对
B1To deal effectively with a difficult situation or to respond to a challenge. It implies a proactive or prepared reaction.
阻碍
B1To block or hinder progress, movement, or development. It can be used for physical obstacles or abstract barriers.
对策
B1A strategy or method used to deal with a particular situation or problem.
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