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    Expressing 'to change' or 'to alter' with 变更 (biàngēng)

    Actions & Events
    Passive & Receiving

    Structure

    变更 + Object

    Explanation

    变更 (biàngēng) is a formal verb meaning 'to change' or 'to alter.' It is typically used for official modifications to plans, policies, or records. It carries a more formal tone than everyday words for 'change' like 改变.

    Examples

    • 航班时间临时变更，请注意查看通知。

      Hángbān shíjiān línshí biàngēng, qǐng zhùyì chákàn tōngzhī.

      The flight time has been temporarily changed; please check the notice.

    • 合同的条款不能随意变更。

      Hétóng de tiáokuǎn bù néng suíyì biàngēng.

      The terms of the contract cannot be changed at will.

    • 如果需要变更地址，请提前联系客服。

      Rúguǒ xūyào biàngēng dìzhǐ, qǐng tíqián liánxì kèfú.

      If you need to change your address, please contact customer service in advance.

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