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    Expressing 'program' with 程序 (chéngxù)

    Manner & Method

    Structure

    应用 + 程序 / Modifier + 程序

    Explanation

    程序 (chéngxù) is a noun meaning "program," "procedure," or "process." In technology contexts, it refers to a computer program or application. It also means "procedure" in formal or legal contexts. The compound 应用程序 specifically means "application program" or "app."

    Examples

    • 这个程序运行得很慢，需要优化。

      Zhège chéngxù yùnxíng de hěn màn, xūyào yōuhuà.

      This program runs very slowly and needs to be optimized.

    • 请按照规定的程序办理手续。

      Qǐng ànzhào guīdìng de chéngxù bànlǐ shǒuxù.

      Please follow the prescribed procedures to complete the paperwork.

    • 他正在开发一个新的应用程序。

      Tā zhèngzài kāifā yí ge xīn de yìngyòng chéngxù.

      He is developing a new application.

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