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Expressing 'according to' or 'by' with 按 (àn)
Manner & Method
Structure
按 + Noun/Standard + Verb
Explanation
按 (àn) is a preposition meaning "according to," "by," or "in accordance with." It introduces the basis, standard, or method by which something is done. It is often used in formal contexts and can be followed by a noun or phrase, as in 按时间 (by time) or 按规定 (according to regulations).
Examples
请按时间顺序排列这些文件。
qǐng àn shíjiān shùnxù páiliè zhèxiē wénjiàn.
Please arrange these documents in chronological order.
我们按规定办事，不能随便改。
wǒmen àn guīdìng bànshì, bù néng suíbiàn gǎi.
We do things according to the rules; we can't just change them.
按计划，项目下个月就能完成。
àn jìhuà, xiàngmù xià gè yuè jiù néng wánchéng.
According to plan, the project can be completed next month.