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    Expressing "adopt" or "use" with 采用 (cǎiyòng)

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    Manner & Method

    Structure

    Subject + 采用 + Object

    Explanation

    采用 (cǎiyòng) means "to adopt" or "to use" and is typically used in formal or written contexts to describe choosing and applying a particular method, technology, or approach. It implies a deliberate selection, not just casual use. For example, a product description might say a device 采用 a certain technology.

    Examples

    • 我们公司采用了一套新的管理系统。

      Wǒmen gōngsī cǎiyòng le yī tào xīn de guǎnlǐ xìtǒng.

      Our company adopted a new management system.

    • 这款手机采用最新的芯片技术。

      Zhè kuǎn shǒujī cǎiyòng zuìxīn de xīnpiàn jìshù.

      This phone uses the latest chip technology.

    • 学校决定采用网上报名的方式。

      Xuéxiào juédìng cǎiyòng wǎngshàng bàomíng de fāngshì.

      The school decided to use online registration.

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