着手

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Meaning and Usage

"着手" (zhuóshǒu) means to begin or start working on something, often a task or project. It literally combines "" (to touch or move) and "" (hand), implying putting one's hand to the work.

Common Contexts

This word is frequently used in formal or professional contexts, such as business, project management, or problem-solving scenarios. It emphasizes the initiation of an action or process.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 着手准备 (start preparing): used when beginning preparations.
  • 着手解决 (start solving): used when beginning to address a problem.
  • 立即着手 (immediately start): emphasizes prompt action.

Usage Notes

"着手" is often followed by a verb or verb phrase describing the task being started. It is more formal than simply saying "开始" (to start) and often implies a deliberate or planned beginning. Avoid confusing it with "动手" which can mean to start physically or sometimes to start a fight.

Example Sentences

The project manager has already started preparing the plan for the next

We need to start addressing this problem as soon as possible.

He immediately started taking action as soon as he received the task.