措施
An action or step taken to achieve a particular purpose, often to solve a problem. Frequently used in IELTS Writing Task 2 when suggesting solutions.
Examples
3 of 5为了省钱，我采取了一些节约措施。
To save money, I took some saving measures.
安全措施必须得到严格执行。
Security measures must be strictly enforced.
得想点儿措施解决这个问题。
Gotta think of some steps to solve this.
Word Family
Memory Tip
措 (to arrange/handle) + 施 (to carry out). Arranging and carrying out a plan.
Quick Quiz
学校采取了一系列___来保证学生的安全。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 措施
Examples
为了省钱，我采取了一些节约措施。
everydayTo save money, I took some saving measures.
安全措施必须得到严格执行。
formalSecurity measures must be strictly enforced.
得想点儿措施解决这个问题。
informalGotta think of some steps to solve this.
研究提出了改善城市交通的几项措施。
academicThe study proposed several measures to improve urban traffic.
公司实施了新的激励措施。
businessThe company implemented new incentive measures.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
应对措施
countermeasures
临时措施
temporary measures
强制措施
compulsory measures
Often Confused With
办法 is a general 'way/method' (casual), while 措施 is a formal 'step/measure' (official).
Usage Notes
Almost always used with the verb '采取' (to take/adopt).
Common Mistakes
Using '做措施' instead of the correct collocation '采取措施'.
Memory Tip
措 (to arrange/handle) + 施 (to carry out). Arranging and carrying out a plan.
Word Origin
Combining 'set in order' and 'carry out'.
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
学校采取了一系列___来保证学生的安全。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 措施
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