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    Using 列为 (lièwéi) to express 'to list as'

    Description & Modification
    Listing & Enumeration

    Structure

    将/把 + Object + 列为 + Category

    Explanation

    The verb 列为 (lièwéi) means 'to list as' or 'to classify as,' describing the act of placing something into a particular category or designation. It combines 列 (to list/arrange) and 为 (as). It is often used in formal and official contexts when categorizing or designating entities.

    Examples

    • 这座古建筑已被列为国家重点文物保护单位。

      Zhè zuò gǔ jiànzhù yǐ bèi liè wéi guójiā zhòngdiǎn wénwù bǎohù dānwèi.

      This ancient building has been designated as a national key cultural relic protection site.

    • 医生把这种病列为高风险疾病。

      Yīshēng bǎ zhè zhǒng bìng liè wéi gāo fēngxiǎn jíbìng.

      The doctor classified this disease as a high-risk illness.

    • 学校把他列为优秀毕业生候选人。

      Xuéxiào bǎ tā liè wéi yōuxiù bìyèshēng hòuxuǎnrén.

      The school listed him as an outstanding graduate candidate.

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