Meaning
投入 literally means 'to throw in' or 'to put into,' and is used both for tangible investments (money, resources) and intangible ones (time, emotion, effort). As an adjective, it describes someone who is deeply absorbed or engaged in an activity.
Usage
Commonly used in business contexts for financial investment, as well as in everyday speech to describe dedicating oneself to work, study, or relationships. When used as an adjective (很投入), it carries a positive connotation of focus and commitment. Often paired with measure words like 大量 (dà liàng, 'a large amount') when discussing resources.
Examples
- 01他在这个项目上投入了大量时间和精力。.He invested a great deal of time and energy into this project.
- 02她看书的时候特别投入，连我叫她都没听见。, .She was so absorbed in reading that she didn't even hear me calling her.
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Common collocations
- 投入资金to invest capital
- 投入工作to throw oneself into work
- 全身心投入to devote oneself wholeheartedly
- 大量投入to invest heavily
Antonyms
Origin
Combines 投 (to throw) with 入 (to enter), creating the image of throwing something into a place or situation, which naturally extends to the concepts of investing and devoting oneself.