措施

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Understanding 措施 (cuòshī)

The word 措施 refers to concrete actions or steps taken to address a problem or situation. It is commonly used in formal contexts such as government policies, organizational responses, or safety protocols.

Usage and Nuance

When speakers use 措施, they imply a planned and deliberate effort to solve or manage an issue. It often collocates with verbs like 采取 (to adopt), 制定 (to formulate), or (to introduce).

Common Collocations

  • 采取措施: to take measures, emphasizing the action of implementing
  • 制定措施: to formulate measures, focusing on planning
  • 防疫措施: epidemic prevention measures, a frequent phrase especially in health contexts

Register and Tone

措施 is formal and often appears in news reports, official documents, or serious discussions. It is not typically used in casual conversation.

Avoiding Confusion

Do not confuse 措施 with (cuòcí), which relates to wording or phrasing. 措施 specifically refers to practical steps or policies.

Summary

Use 措施 when discussing concrete, often official, actions taken to address challenges or problems. It highlights the organized and purposeful nature of these actions.

Example Sentences

The government introduced multiple measures to cope with the economic

The school implemented strict epidemic prevention measures to ensure the

Facing an emergency, the company quickly formulated contingency measures.