Meaning
申请 means to formally request or apply for something, typically from an authority or institution. It encompasses both the action of applying and the application itself (the document or request). Commonly used in bureaucratic, academic, and professional contexts where formal permission or approval is needed.
Usage
申请 is used in formal and semi-formal situations when seeking approval, admission, or permission. Common contexts include job applications (申请工作), visa applications (申请签证), university admissions (申请大学), and requesting official documents. It's more formal than simply 'asking for' something and implies a structured process with requirements.
Examples
- 01我已经申请了三所大学。.I have already applied to three universities.
- 02你需要填写这份申请表。.You need to fill out this application form.
Characters
Measure words
- 份一份申请
- 个一个申请
Common collocations
- 申请签证to apply for a visa
- 申请表application form
- 提交申请to submit an application
- 申请人applicant
Antonyms
Origin
申 originally meant 'to extend' or 'to state clearly,' while 请 means 'to request.' Together they form the concept of formally stating a request to an authority.