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    Expressing 'comprehensively' with 全面 (quánmiàn)

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    Structure

    全面 + Verb/Noun

    Explanation

    全面 (quánmiàn) means 'comprehensive,' 'all-around,' or 'fully' and describes something that covers all aspects or is thorough in scope. It can function as an adjective or adverb. It is widely used in formal contexts such as news reports and policy discussions.

    Examples

    • 公司对新员工进行了全面的培训。

      gōngsī duì xīn yuángōng jìnxíng le quánmiàn de péixùn.

      The company provided comprehensive training for new employees.

    • 医生建议他做一次全面检查。

      yīshēng jiànyì tā zuò yī cì quánmiàn jiǎnchá.

      The doctor recommended that he get a comprehensive checkup.

    • 我们需要全面了解市场情况再做决定。

      wǒmen xūyào quánmiàn liǎojiě shìchǎng qíngkuàng zài zuò juédìng.

      We need to fully understand the market situation before making a decision.

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