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    Chinese Grammar

    Expressing 'process' with 流程 (liúchéng)

    Manner & Method
    Sequence & Order

    Structure

    Noun + 流程 / 简化 + 流程

    Explanation

    The noun 流程 (liúchéng) means 'process,' 'procedure,' or 'workflow.' It refers to a sequence of steps or stages required to complete a task, especially in formal or institutional settings. Common collocations include 审批流程 (approval process) and 工作流程 (work process).

    Examples

    • 你先了解一下申请的流程再去办。

      nǐ xiān liǎojiě yīxià shēnqǐng de liúchéng zài qù bàn.

      First learn about the application process before you go handle it.

    • 我们需要优化一下工作流程，提高效率。

      wǒmen xūyào yōuhuà yīxià gōngzuò liúchéng, tígāo xiàolǜ.

      We need to optimize the work process to improve efficiency.

    • 整个审批流程大概需要两周时间。

      zhěnggè shěnpī liúchéng dàgài xūyào liǎng zhōu shíjiān.

      The entire approval process takes about two weeks.

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