Meaning
改进 means to improve something that already exists by making it better or more effective. It emphasizes the process of making changes or modifications to enhance quality, performance, or results. The word combines the ideas of 'changing' and 'advancing forward'.
Usage
改进 is commonly used in formal and semi-formal contexts, especially in business, technology, education, and work settings. It typically refers to gradual, systematic improvements rather than complete transformations. Native speakers often use it when discussing methods, techniques, products, or systems that need enhancement.
Examples
- 01我们需要改进教学方法，提高学生的学习效率。, .We need to improve our teaching methods to increase students' learning efficiency.
- 02这个产品还有很多地方需要改进。.This product still has many areas that need improvement.
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Common collocations
- 改进方法to improve methods
- 改进工作to improve work
- 不断改进to continuously improve
- 有待改进needs improvement
Antonyms
Origin
The word combines 改 (to change) with 进 (to advance), literally meaning 'to change forward' or 'to change for progress', reflecting the concept of improvement as progressive change.