B1 verb Formal

贯彻

[kuan˥˩ ʈʂʰɤ˥˩]

To carry out, implement, or follow through with a policy, spirit, or principle from beginning to end.

Examples

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1

公司必须贯彻安全第一的原则。

The company must implement the principle of safety first.

2

这种精神应该贯彻到我们的工作中去。

This spirit should be carried through into our work.

3

他始终贯彻着艰苦奋斗的作风。

He always carries out the style of hard work.

Word Family

Verb
贯彻
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Memory Tip

Think of '贯' (to thread through) - threading a policy through the whole organization.

Quick Quiz

我们要认真___国家的法律法规。

Correct!

The correct answer is: 贯彻

Examples

1

公司必须贯彻安全第一的原则。

business

The company must implement the principle of safety first.

2

这种精神应该贯彻到我们的工作中去。

formal

This spirit should be carried through into our work.

3

他始终贯彻着艰苦奋斗的作风。

academic

He always carries out the style of hard work.

4

计划已经制定,关键在于贯彻。

everyday

The plan is made; the key lies in implementation.

5

你得贯彻你的承诺。

informal

You have to follow through on your promise.

Word Family

Verb
贯彻

Common Collocations

贯彻执行 carry out and execute
贯彻落实 implement and put into practice
贯彻始终 follow through from start to finish
彻底贯彻 thoroughly implement
贯彻方针 implement policy

Common Phrases

认真贯彻

earnestly implement

贯彻精神

implement the spirit (of a meeting/law)

有效贯彻

effectively carry out

Often Confused With

贯彻 vs 落实

落实 focuses on making something happen on the ground; 贯彻 emphasizes the consistency of the policy from top to bottom.

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Usage Notes

Very common in Chinese official and business contexts; essential for formal writing.

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Common Mistakes

Learners often forget to use it with abstract nouns like 'spirit' or 'principle'.

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Memory Tip

Think of '贯' (to thread through) - threading a policy through the whole organization.

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Word Origin

From '贯' (pass through) and '彻' (thorough).

Grammar Patterns

贯彻 + Noun 把...贯彻到...中
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Cultural Context

Often used in government documents to signal the adoption of central ideologies.

Quick Quiz

我们要认真___国家的法律法规。

Correct!

The correct answer is: 贯彻

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