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    Expressing 'effective' with 有效 (yǒuxiào)

    Degree & Intensity
    Description & Modification

    Structure

    Subject + 有效

    Explanation

    The adjective 有效 (yǒuxiào) means 'effective' or 'valid.' It is composed of 有 (to have) and 效 (effect), literally meaning 'having effect.' It is used to describe methods, measures, documents, or agreements that produce the intended result or remain in force.

    Examples

    • 这个方法对减肥非常有效。

      Zhège fāngfǎ duì jiǎnféi fēicháng yǒuxiào.

      This method is very effective for losing weight.

    • 你的护照还在有效期内吗？

      Nǐ de hùzhào hái zài yǒuxiàoqī nèi ma?

      Is your passport still within its validity period?

    • 我们需要找到一个有效的解决方案。

      Wǒmen xūyào zhǎodào yí gè yǒuxiào de jiějué fāng'àn.

      We need to find an effective solution.

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