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    Expressing 'action' or 'operation' with 行动 (xíngdòng)

    Actions & Events

    Structure

    Verb + 行动

    Explanation

    The noun 行动 (xíngdòng) means 'action,' 'operation,' or 'movement.' It can refer to a planned operation, a military or police action, or simply the act of doing something. It is often modified by words describing the type or purpose of the action.

    Examples

    • 我们必须立刻采取行动。

      Wǒmen bìxū lìkè cǎiqǔ xíngdòng.

      We must take action immediately.

    • 这次行动需要所有人配合。

      Zhè cì xíngdòng xūyào suǒyǒu rén pèihé.

      This operation requires everyone's cooperation.

    • 救援行动在天亮前就开始了。

      Jiùyuán xíngdòng zài tiānliàng qián jiù kāishǐ le.

      The rescue operation began before dawn.

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