偏向 در ۳۰ ثانیه
- 偏向 (piān xiàng) means inclination, bias, or tendency.
- It can be used as a noun (a bias) or a verb (to favor).
- Often implies a deviation from neutrality.
- Used in discussions about opinions, fairness, and preferences.
The Chinese word 偏向 (piān xiàng) is a versatile term that can function as both a noun and a verb, and it's quite common in everyday Chinese. As a noun, it signifies an inclination, bias, or tendency towards a particular side, opinion, or direction. Think of it as having a leaning or a preference. As a verb, it means to favor, to lean towards, or to be biased in one direction. This duality makes it useful in various contexts, from describing personal preferences to discussing more complex social or political leanings.
You'll often hear 偏向 used when someone expresses a preference or when discussing situations where fairness might be questioned due to a leaning. For instance, if a judge is perceived as favoring one party in a lawsuit, you might say they have a 偏向. Similarly, in a discussion about opinions, if someone consistently agrees with one viewpoint over another, they show a 偏向 towards that viewpoint. The word captures the idea of not being completely neutral or impartial.
In a more general sense, 偏向 can also describe a physical leaning or a tendency in development. For example, a company's strategy might 偏向 innovation, or a student's academic performance might 偏向 a certain subject. It's about having a direction or inclination that is not perfectly balanced. Understanding this nuance is key to using 偏向 effectively in your Chinese conversations.
Using 偏向 correctly involves understanding its grammatical role and the context. As a noun, it often appears after prepositions like '有' (yǒu - to have) or '存在' (cúnzài - to exist), indicating the presence of an inclination. For example, '他的说法有偏向' (Tā de shuōfǎ yǒu piān xiàng) means 'His statement has a bias.'
As a verb, 偏向 can directly follow the subject and precede the object or the thing being favored. For instance, '裁判偏向了主队' (Cáipàn piān xiàng le zhǔduì) translates to 'The referee favored the home team.' You can also use it with '于' (yú - towards) to indicate the direction of the bias: '他的观点偏向于保守' (Tā de guāndiǎn piān xiàng yú bǎoshǒu) means 'His viewpoint leans towards conservatism.'
Consider the following sentence structures to get a feel for its usage:
- Subject + 偏向 + Object/Direction
- 这位老师偏向那些学习好的学生。(Zhè wèi lǎoshī piān xiàng nàxiē xuéxí hǎo de xuéshēng.) - This teacher favors those good students.
- Subject + 有偏向
- 这份报告似乎有偏向。(Zhè fèn bàogào sìhū yǒu piān xiàng.) - This report seems to have a bias.
- Subject + 偏向于 + Noun/Concept
- 他的设计风格偏向于简约。(Tā de shèjì fēnggé piān xiàng yú jiǎnyuē.) - His design style leans towards minimalism.
The word '了' (le) is often used after the verb '偏向' to indicate completion or a change of state, as seen in the referee example. Understanding these patterns will greatly enhance your ability to use 偏向 naturally.
You'll encounter 偏向 (piān xiàng) in a variety of real-life situations. It's a common word used in news reports, especially when discussing political events, economic trends, or social issues. For example, a news anchor might say, '这次的政策偏向了中小企业' (Zhè cì de zhèngcè piān xiàng le zhōngxiǎo qǐyè), meaning 'This policy favors small and medium-sized enterprises.' This highlights how the word is used to describe the direction and beneficiaries of official decisions.
In everyday conversations, friends might use it to describe their preferences or observations about others' biases. If someone always orders the same dish at a restaurant, you might joke, '你总是偏向那道菜' (Nǐ zǒng shì piān xiàng nà dào cài), meaning 'You always favor that dish.' This casual use shows its flexibility in describing personal tendencies.
Educational settings are another place where 偏向 is frequently heard. Teachers might discuss how certain teaching methods 偏向 visual learners, or students might talk about a teacher who seems to 偏向 certain students. For instance, '这位教授的讲课风格偏向于理论' (Zhè wèi jiàoshòu de jiǎngkè fēnggé piān xiàng yú lǐlùn) means 'This professor's lecturing style leans towards theory.'
Furthermore, in discussions about fairness and impartiality, 偏向 is crucial. When debating a controversial topic, people might accuse a media outlet of having a 偏向 or a particular political party of showing 偏向. '媒体的报道存在明显的偏向' (Méitǐ de bàodào cúnzài míngxiǎn de piān xiàng) translates to 'The media's reporting has a clear bias.' This demonstrates its significance in critical analysis.
Even in casual observations about products or services, 偏向 can be used. For example, '这款手机的设计偏向于年轻用户' (Zhè kuǎn shǒujī de shèjì piān xiàng yú niánqīng yònghù) means 'This phone's design targets younger users.' The word's ability to describe tendencies in design, marketing, and user preferences makes it a well-rounded vocabulary item.
One common mistake learners make with 偏向 (piān xiàng) is confusing its noun and verb forms, or using it in contexts where a different word would be more appropriate. For instance, using 偏向 to describe a physical object leaning, like a leaning tower, is incorrect. For physical leaning, words like '倾斜' (qīngxié) are used.
Another pitfall is overusing 偏向 when a simpler word for 'like' or 'prefer' would suffice. While 偏向 can mean 'to favor,' it often carries a connotation of bias or a stronger inclination than just simple preference. For example, saying '我偏向吃苹果' (Wǒ piān xiàng chī píngguǒ) is understandable but sounds a bit too strong for just liking apples; '我喜欢吃苹果' (Wǒ xǐhuān chī píngguǒ - I like to eat apples) is more natural.
Incorrectly applying the '于' (yú) particle is also common. While '偏向于' (piān xiàng yú) is correct when indicating a direction or tendency towards something abstract, it's not always necessary when the verb is directly followed by an object. For example, saying '裁判偏向于主队' (Cáipàn piān xiàng yú zhǔduì) is less common and slightly awkward than '裁判偏向了主队' (Cáipàn piān xiàng le zhǔduì).
Furthermore, learners might use 偏向 when they mean 'to lean' in a physical sense. If a chair is wobbly and leans to one side, you wouldn't use 偏向; you'd use '倾斜' (qīngxié). 偏向 is primarily for abstract inclinations, opinions, or favoring.
Finally, confusing 偏向 with words that imply a more neutral or objective stance is a mistake. 偏向 inherently suggests a deviation from impartiality. If you want to say something is 'balanced' or 'objective,' you would use different vocabulary.
Understanding words similar to 偏向 (piān xiàng) will help you choose the most precise term. One close synonym is '倾向' (qīngxiàng), which also means tendency or inclination. However, '倾向' is generally more neutral and less suggestive of bias than 偏向. You might say '他有倾向于保守' (Tā yǒu qīngxiàng yú bǎoshǒu - He has a tendency towards conservatism), which is similar to 偏向 but can be less emphatic about the bias.
Another related term is '倾向性' (qīngxiàng xìng), which specifically refers to the 'tendency' or 'bias' as a characteristic or quality. It's often used in academic or analytical contexts. For example, '这篇报道具有明显的倾向性' (Zhè piān bàodào jùyǒu míngxiǎn de qīngxiàng xìng) means 'This report has a clear bias.' Here, 偏向 could also be used, but '倾向性' emphasizes the inherent nature of the bias.
When you simply want to express 'favoring' in a more direct or personal way, '喜欢' (xǐhuān - to like) or '更喜欢' (gèng xǐhuān - to prefer) are common alternatives. For instance, if you prefer a certain brand of coffee, saying '我更喜欢这个牌子的咖啡' (Wǒ gèng xǐhuān zhège páizi de kāfēi - I prefer this brand of coffee) is more natural than using 偏向.
In legal or official contexts where impartiality is key, and you want to state that someone is *not* biased, you might use phrases like '公平' (gōngpíng - fair) or '不偏不倚' (bù piān bù yǐ - impartial, unbiased). Conversely, if you want to strongly emphasize a bias, you might use terms like '偏袒' (piāntǎn - to favor, to show favoritism, often with a negative connotation) or '厚此薄彼' (hòu cǐ bó bǐ - to treat one favorably and the other unfavorably).
Here's a comparison:
- 偏向 (piān xiàng)
- Noun: inclination, bias. Verb: to favor, to lean towards. Often implies a deviation from neutrality.
- 倾向 (qīngxiàng)
- Noun: tendency, inclination. Verb: to tend towards. Generally more neutral than 偏向.
- 倾向性 (qīngxiàng xìng)
- Noun: tendency, bias (as a characteristic). Emphasizes the inherent nature of the bias.
- 喜欢 (xǐhuān)
- Verb: to like. A simple expression of preference, less about bias.
- 偏袒 (piāntǎn)
- Verb: to favor, to show favoritism. Often has a negative connotation of unfairness.
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نکته جالب
The character 向 (xiàng) originally depicted a person facing a door or window, indicating direction. Over time, it evolved to represent facing or moving towards something. The addition of 偏 emphasizes that this direction is not perfectly straight but has an inclination.
راهنمای تلفظ
- Pronouncing 'xi' as 'shi' or 'si'.
- Not nasalizing the 'an' and 'ang' sounds sufficiently.
- Incorrectly stressing the second syllable.
- Confusing the vowel sound in 'piān' with 'pain'.
سطح دشواری
CEFR B1 level. The word is common and its meaning is generally inferable from context, especially when used as a verb. The noun usage might require more attention to distinguish from similar terms like '倾向'.
CEFR B1 level. Learners should practice distinguishing between noun and verb usage, and when to use '偏向于'. Overuse or misuse can lead to awkward phrasing or unintended connotations.
CEFR B1 level. It's a useful word for expressing opinions and preferences. Learners should focus on natural sentence structures and appropriate contexts.
CEFR B1 level. The word is frequently encountered in various spoken contexts, from casual conversations to news reports. Understanding its nuances helps in comprehending the speaker's intent.
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Using '有' (yǒu) with nouns to indicate possession or existence.
他的回答有偏向。(Tā de huídá yǒu piān xiàng.) - His answer has a bias.
Verb-Object structure, often with '了' (le) for completed action.
裁判偏向了主队。(Cáipàn piān xiàng le zhǔduì.) - The referee favored the home team.
Using '于' (yú) after verbs to indicate direction or tendency towards.
她的风格偏向于简约。(Tā de fēnggé piān xiàng yú jiǎnyuē.) - Her style leans towards minimalism.
Negation with '不' (bù) or '没有' (méiyǒu).
我们应该不偏向任何人。(Wǒmen yīnggāi bù piān xiàng rènhé rén.) - We should not favor anyone.
Using adverbs like '明显' (míngxiǎn - obvious) or '有点' (yǒudiǎn - a bit) to modify the degree of bias.
这份报告明显有偏向。(Zhè fèn bàogào míngxiǎn yǒu piān xiàng.) - This report is obviously biased.
مثالها بر اساس سطح
我偏向红色。
I favor red.
Simple verb usage: Subject + 偏向 + Object.
他有偏向。
He has a bias.
Noun usage: Subject + 有 + 偏向.
这个选择偏向简单。
This choice leans towards simple.
Verb usage with direction: Subject + 偏向 + Adjective.
我不喜欢偏向。
I don't like bias.
Negation of the noun form.
天气偏向冷。
The weather leans towards cold.
Describing weather tendency.
我的心偏向你。
My heart leans towards you.
Figurative use of verb '偏向'.
这家店有偏向。
This shop has a bias.
Noun usage indicating a characteristic.
他说话有偏向。
His speech has bias.
Describing bias in speech.
这个决定似乎有点偏向。
This decision seems a bit biased.
Adding '有点' (yǒudiǎn - a bit) to soften the statement.
她总是偏向哥哥。
She always favors her older brother.
Using '总是' (zǒngshì - always) to indicate a consistent tendency.
你的看法有偏向。
Your view has a bias.
Directly addressing someone's viewpoint.
我偏向于安静的环境。
I lean towards a quiet environment.
Using '偏向于' (piān xiàng yú) to indicate preference for a condition.
这篇新闻报道有偏向。
This news report has a bias.
Describing bias in media.
他的性格偏向内向。
His personality leans towards introversion.
Describing personality traits.
我们不能偏向任何一方。
We cannot favor any side.
Using negation for impartiality.
这个故事偏向悲伤。
This story leans towards sadness.
Describing the emotional tone of a narrative.
在做决定时，我们应该尽量避免偏向。
When making decisions, we should try to avoid bias.
Using '尽量避免' (jǐnliàng bìmiǎn - try to avoid) with the noun form.
这位法官以公正著称，从不偏向。
This judge is known for fairness and never shows bias.
Using '从不' (cóng bù - never) to emphasize impartiality.
他的研究方法似乎偏向于定性分析。
His research method seems to lean towards qualitative analysis.
Using '偏向于' with a specific academic discipline.
这份文件里的信息有明显的偏向性。
The information in this document has a clear bias.
Using the noun '偏向性' (piān xiàng xìng) for inherent bias.
作为老师，应该一视同仁，不偏向任何学生。
As a teacher, one should treat all students equally and not favor any.
Using '一视同仁' (yī shì tóng rén - treat equally) alongside the negation of '偏向'.
他的观点总是偏向于自由市场经济。
His views always lean towards a free-market economy.
Expressing a consistent ideological leaning.
这种设计风格偏向于简约和实用。
This design style leans towards simplicity and practicality.
Describing design aesthetics.
在辩论中，他试图避免任何明显的偏向。
In the debate, he tried to avoid any obvious bias.
Focusing on avoiding bias in a specific situation.
媒体的报道往往存在某种程度的偏向，这需要读者自行辨别。
Media reporting often has some degree of bias, which readers need to discern themselves.
Using '某种程度的' (mǒu zhǒng chéngdù de - some degree of) and '自行辨别' (zìxíng biànbié - discern oneself).
虽然他声称中立，但他的言论却偏向了对方。
Although he claimed neutrality, his remarks actually favored the other side.
Using '声称' (shēngchēng - claim) and contrasting with the actual action.
公司的战略调整偏向于可持续发展。
The company's strategic adjustment leans towards sustainable development.
Discussing corporate strategy and long-term goals.
理解对方的观点很重要，即使你偏向于自己。
It is important to understand the other person's viewpoint, even if you lean towards your own.
Acknowledging personal bias while advocating for understanding.
这种教育模式偏向于培养学生的创造力。
This educational model emphasizes nurturing students' creativity.
Describing educational philosophy and focus.
历史学家们在解释这一事件时，有时会偏向于某种特定的叙事。
Historians, when interpreting this event, sometimes lean towards a particular narrative.
Discussing interpretation and narrative in historical studies.
在选择投资方向时，他偏向于风险较低的项目。
When choosing investment directions, he favors projects with lower risk.
Discussing financial decisions and risk assessment.
公众舆论似乎偏向于支持这项改革。
Public opinion seems to lean towards supporting this reform.
Analyzing public sentiment and political trends.
任何形式的偏见都会扭曲事实，因此在分析时应力求客观，避免不必要的偏向。
Any form of prejudice can distort facts, so objectivity should be pursued in analysis, avoiding unnecessary bias.
Complex sentence structure, using '扭曲事实' (niǔqū shìshí - distort facts) and '力求客观' (lìqiú kèguān - strive for objectivity).
尽管他极力辩解自己没有偏向，但其前后矛盾的陈述暴露了他的真实意图。
Although he argued strenuously that he was not biased, his contradictory statements exposed his true intentions.
Using advanced vocabulary like '极力辩解' (jílì biànjiě - argue strenuously) and '前后矛盾' (qiánhòu máodùn - contradictory).
该公司的市场策略明显偏向于高端消费群体，而非大众市场。
The company's market strategy clearly targets the high-end consumer group, rather than the mass market.
Analyzing market segmentation and strategic focus.
在处理国际关系时，保持不偏不倚的立场至关重要，以免引起不必要的误解。
When handling international relations, maintaining an impartial stance is crucial to avoid unnecessary misunderstandings.
Using idiomatic expressions like '不偏不倚' and discussing diplomatic implications.
文化作品的解读往往会受到评论者自身背景和价值观的影响，从而产生不同程度的偏向。
The interpretation of cultural works is often influenced by the commentator's background and values, thus producing varying degrees of bias.
Discussing subjectivity in interpretation and cultural analysis.
虽然技术进步提供了更多选择，但有时也会偏向于某些特定的解决方案，而忽略了其他可能性。
Although technological advancements offer more choices, they sometimes lean towards certain specific solutions, while ignoring other possibilities.
Critiquing technological development and its potential limitations.
他的学术论述虽然严谨，但细读之下，不难发现他对某个学派偏向得更为明显。
Although his academic discourse is rigorous, upon closer reading, it is not difficult to see that he leans more obviously towards a certain school of thought.
Using sophisticated phrasing like '细读之下' (xì dú zhī xià - upon closer reading) and '学派' (xué pài - school of thought).
在评估一项政策的有效性时，必须考虑到其潜在的社会经济偏向。
When evaluating the effectiveness of a policy, its potential socioeconomic biases must be considered.
Discussing policy evaluation and socioeconomic impact.
任何试图完全消除偏向的努力都可能适得其反，因为人性本身就带有一定的倾向性。
Any attempt to completely eliminate bias may be counterproductive, as human nature itself carries certain inclinations.
Philosophical statement on bias and human nature, using '适得其反' (shì dé qí fǎn - be counterproductive) and '人性' (rénxìng - human nature).
这位评论员以其犀利的分析和对社会不公现象的深刻洞察而闻名，但他对某些议题的偏向也引起了不少争议。
This commentator is known for his sharp analysis and profound insight into social injustices, but his bias on certain issues has also caused considerable controversy.
Complex sentence with descriptive clauses and nuanced vocabulary like '犀利' (xīlì - sharp) and '深刻洞察' (shēnkè dòngchá - profound insight).
在后殖民语境下，对历史叙事的解读往往偏向于强调被压迫者的视角，以纠正过去的不公。
In a post-colonial context, the interpretation of historical narratives often leans towards emphasizing the perspective of the oppressed, to rectify past injustices.
Discussing post-colonial theory and historical revisionism.
科学研究的理想状态是客观公正，但研究者自身的背景、研究经费的来源以及学术界的风气都可能无形中偏向特定的结论。
The ideal state of scientific research is objective and fair, but the researcher's background, the source of research funding, and the academic atmosphere can all unconsciously bias towards specific conclusions.
Critically examining the influences on scientific objectivity.
文学批评的流派众多，各自偏向于不同的理论框架和分析方法，从而对同一部作品产生迥异的解读。
Literary criticism has numerous schools, each leaning towards different theoretical frameworks and analytical methods, thus producing vastly different interpretations of the same work.
Discussing literary theory and diverse critical approaches.
在处理涉及多方利益的复杂谈判时，任何一方的明显偏向都可能导致谈判的破裂。
When handling complex negotiations involving multiple parties' interests, any obvious bias from one side can lead to the breakdown of negotiations.
Analyzing negotiation dynamics and the consequences of bias.
尽管艺术创作的自由度很高，但艺术家在表达时，其作品的风格和主题往往会偏向于其个人经历和时代背景。
Although artistic creation has a high degree of freedom, when artists express themselves, their work's style and themes often lean towards their personal experiences and the historical context.
Connecting artistic expression to personal and historical context.
对历史事件的评价，很大程度上取决于叙述者的立场和其所处的社会文化环境，这使得完全客观的评判几乎是不可能的，总会存在某种程度的偏向。
The evaluation of historical events largely depends on the narrator's position and their socio-cultural environment, making completely objective judgment almost impossible; there will always be some degree of bias.
Sophisticated discussion on historical interpretation and inherent bias.
ترکیبهای رایج
عبارات رایج
— To have a bias or inclination.
这份报告有明显的偏向，不能完全相信。(Zhè fèn bàogào yǒu míngxiǎn de piān xiàng, bù néng wánquán xiāngxìn.) - This report has a clear bias; it cannot be fully trusted.
— To lean towards or favor something (often an abstract concept or direction).
他的设计风格偏向于简约。(Tā de shèjì fēnggé piān xiàng yú jiǎnyuē.) - His design style leans towards minimalism.
— Impartial, unbiased, fair (idiom).
作为法官，必须做到不偏不倚。(Zuòwéi fǎguān, bìxū zuòdào bù piān bù yǐ.) - As a judge, one must be impartial.
— To avoid bias or leaning.
在做评价时，我们应该尽量避免偏向。(Zài zuò píngjià shí, wǒmen yīnggāi jǐnliàng bìmiǎn piān xiàng.) - When making evaluations, we should try to avoid bias.
— Bias exists (in something).
这种做法存在明显的偏向。(Zhè zhǒng zuòfǎ cúnzài míngxiǎn de piān xiàng.) - This practice has a clear bias.
— Clearly biased or leaning.
他的言论明显偏向了某一方。(Tā de yánlùn míngxiǎn piān xiàng le mǒu yī fāng.) - His remarks clearly favored one side.
— Not to favor, not to lean towards.
老师应该不偏向任何学生。(Lǎoshī yīnggāi bù piān xiàng rènhé xuéshēng.) - Teachers should not favor any student.
— Viewpoint has a bias or tendency.
他的观点偏向于实用主义。(Tā de guāndiǎn piān xiàng yú shíyòng zhǔyì.) - His viewpoint leans towards pragmatism.
— Reporting has a bias.
这家新闻的报道存在偏向。(Zhè jiā xīnwén de bàodào cúnzài piān xiàng.) - This news report has a bias.
— Personal preference or bias.
这是我的个人偏向，不代表所有人。(Zhè shì wǒ de gèrén piān xiàng, bù dàibiǎo suǒyǒu rén.) - This is my personal preference, it doesn't represent everyone.
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While both mean tendency or inclination, 倾向 is generally more neutral and less suggestive of unfair bias. 偏向 often implies a stronger leaning towards one side, potentially at the expense of impartiality.
偏向 implies a stronger inclination or bias than simple 'liking'. Using 偏向 for a casual preference might sound overly strong or imply hidden reasons.
偏向 is used for abstract concepts like opinions, judgments, or favor. '倾斜' refers to the physical leaning or tilting of objects.
اصطلاحات و عبارات
— This idiom literally means 'not leaning, not tilting'. It is used to describe someone or something that is impartial, fair, and unbiased. It is the direct antonym of having a '偏向'.
法官在审理案件时必须不偏不倚。(Fǎguān zài shěnlǐ ànjiàn shí bìxū bù piān bù yǐ.) - When hearing cases, judges must be impartial.
Formal— This idiom means 'to treat one favorably and the other unfavorably'. It describes showing favoritism to one party while neglecting or treating another poorly, which is a specific type of '偏向' with a strong negative connotation.
领导不能厚此薄彼，要一视同仁。(Lǐngdǎo bù néng hòu cǐ bó bǐ, yào yī shì tóng rén.) - Leaders cannot show favoritism; they must treat everyone equally.
Formal/Negative— Literally 'each has their own liking'. This idiom suggests that people have different preferences, and it's natural for individuals to have their own '偏向' or tastes. It implies acceptance of diversity in preferences.
口味这东西，各有所好，不必强求。(Kǒuwèi zhè dōngxi, gè yǒu suǒ hào, bùbì qiángqiú.) - Taste is something where everyone has their own preference; there's no need to force it.
Informal/Neutral— This idiom means 'to be blinded by a single leaf', implying that one's view is obscured by a small, immediate concern, leading to a distorted or biased perception. It describes a situation where a minor issue causes a significant '偏向' in judgment.
你不能一叶障目，要看到事情的全局。(Nǐ bù néng yī yè zhàng mù, yào kàn dào shìqíng de quánjú.) - You can't be blinded by a single leaf; you need to see the whole picture.
Formal/Figurative— This idiom means 'to twist one's intentions to please others', suggesting insincere flattery or compliance. It describes a deliberate action to '偏向' someone's favor, often for personal gain.
他总是曲意逢迎领导，希望得到提拔。(Tā zǒng shì qū yì féngyíng lǐngdǎo, xīwàng dédào tíbá.) - He always tries to please the leader insincerely, hoping for a promotion.
Formal/Negative— Literally 'great similarity, small difference'. This idiom describes things that are largely the same with minor variations. While not directly about bias, it implies a general alignment or tendency, where the '偏向' is minor.
这两款手机功能上大同小异。(Zhè liǎng kuǎn shǒujī gōngnéng shàng dà tóng xiǎo yì.) - These two phone models are largely the same with minor differences in function.
Neutral— To be level, balanced, or fair. This term is used to describe a state of equilibrium or impartiality, which is the opposite of having a '偏向'.
他的评论很持平，没有明显的偏见。(Tā de pínglùn hěn chí píng, méiyǒu míngxiǎn de piānjiàn.) - His comments are very balanced, without obvious prejudice.
Neutral— This idiom means 'to attend to one thing at the expense of another'. It describes a situation where focusing too much on one aspect leads to neglecting another, implying a '偏向' in attention or resources.
我们不能顾此失彼，要全面考虑问题。(Wǒmen bù néng gù cǐ shī bǐ, yào quánmiàn kǎolǜ wèntí.) - We cannot attend to one thing at the expense of another; we must consider the problem comprehensively.
Formal— Literally 'love and hate are clearly distinguished'. This idiom describes someone who has strong opinions and clearly shows their likes and dislikes. It implies a definite '偏向' in their feelings and judgments.
他是一个爱憎分明的人，从不含糊。(Tā shì yīgè ài zēng fēnmíng de rén, cóng bù hánhu.) - He is a person who clearly distinguishes between love and hate, never ambiguous.
Neutral— This idiom means 'to generalize' or 'to treat all matters as the same'. It can lead to bias because it fails to consider individual differences or nuances, thus creating a '偏向' in judgment.
不能一概而论，每个人的情况都不同。(Bù néng yīgài'érlùn, měi gèrén de qíngkuàng dōu bùtóng.) - One cannot generalize; everyone's situation is different.
Formalبهراحتی اشتباه گرفته میشود
Both words describe a tendency or inclination.
<mark class='bg-violet-200 dark:bg-violet-800 px-0.5 rounded'>偏向</mark> (piān xiàng) carries a stronger implication of bias or favoritism, suggesting a deviation from neutrality. <br><strong>倾向</strong> (qīngxiàng) is generally more neutral and refers to a general trend or inclination without necessarily implying unfairness. <br>Example: His research <strong>偏向</strong> (piān xiàng) certain theories (implies a potential bias). His research <strong>倾向</strong> (qīngxiàng) towards practical applications (describes the focus).
她的观点<strong>偏向</strong>于激进。(Tā de guāndiǎn <strong>piān xiàng</strong> yú jījìn.) - Her views lean towards radicalism (suggests a strong, possibly biased, leaning).<br>她的观点<strong>倾向</strong>于新颖。(Tā de guāndiǎn <strong>qīngxiàng</strong> yú xīnyǐng.) - Her views tend towards novelty (describes a general direction).
Both can express preference.
<strong>喜欢</strong> (xǐhuān) simply means 'to like'. It expresses a personal preference without any connotation of bias or unfairness.<br><mark class='bg-violet-200 dark:bg-violet-800 px-0.5 rounded'>偏向</mark> (piān xiàng) means 'to favor' or 'to lean towards', often implying a stronger inclination or a bias that might affect impartiality.<br>Example: I <strong>喜欢</strong> (xǐhuān) this color. (Simple preference.)<br>The judge <strong>偏向</strong> (piān xiàng) the defendant. (Implies unfair favoritism.)
我<strong>喜欢</strong>吃巧克力。(Wǒ <strong>xǐhuān</strong> chī qiǎokèlì.) - I like to eat chocolate.<br>他总是<strong>偏向</strong>他的朋友。(Tā zǒng shì <strong>piān xiàng</strong> tā de péngyǒu.) - He always favors his friends.
Both involve the concept of leaning.
<strong>倾斜</strong> (qīngxié) refers to the physical leaning or tilting of objects. It describes a geometric or spatial state.<br><mark class='bg-violet-200 dark:bg-violet-800 px-0.5 rounded'>偏向</mark> (piān xiàng) refers to an abstract leaning, such as an inclination of opinion, a bias, or favoring one side.<br>Example: The tower is <strong>倾斜</strong> (qīngxié). (Physical tilt.)<br>His opinion <strong>偏向</strong> (piān xiàng) a certain view. (Abstract leaning.)
桌子有点<strong>倾斜</strong>。(Zhuōzi yǒudiǎn <strong>qīngxié</strong>.) - The table is a bit tilted.<br>她的观点<strong>偏向</strong>于保守。(Tā de guāndiǎn <strong>piān xiàng</strong> yú bǎoshǒu.) - Her viewpoint leans towards conservative.
Both involve showing favor.
<strong>偏袒</strong> (piāntǎn) specifically means 'to show favoritism' and almost always carries a negative connotation of unfairness. It's a strong form of bias.<br><mark class='bg-violet-200 dark:bg-violet-800 px-0.5 rounded'>偏向</mark> (piān xiàng) can mean 'to favor' or 'lean towards' and is more general. It can be neutral (e.g., 'this design favors simplicity') or negative (e.g., 'the referee showed bias').<br>Example: The teacher <strong>偏袒</strong> (piāntǎn) the star student. (Clearly unfair.)<br>The policy <strong>偏向</strong> (piān xiàng) small businesses. (Describes the focus, not necessarily unfair.)
裁判<strong>偏袒</strong>了主队。(Cáipàn <strong>piāntǎn</strong> le zhǔduì.) - The referee showed favoritism to the home team.<br>这个计划<strong>偏向</strong>于环保。(Zhège jìhuà <strong>piān xiàng</strong> yú huánbǎo.) - This plan leans towards environmental protection.
It's the direct opposite, helping to define <mark class='bg-violet-200 dark:bg-violet-800 px-0.5 rounded'>偏向</mark>.
<strong>不偏不倚</strong> (bù piān bù yǐ) is an idiom meaning 'impartial', 'unbiased', or 'fair'. It describes a state of perfect balance and neutrality.<br><mark class='bg-violet-200 dark:bg-violet-800 px-0.5 rounded'>偏向</mark> (piān xiàng) means to lean or be biased, representing a deviation from impartiality.<br>Example: A judge must be <strong>不偏不倚</strong> (bù piān bù yǐ).<br>The report showed a clear <strong>偏向</strong> (piān xiàng).
法官必须<strong>不偏不倚</strong>地审理案件。(Fǎguān bìxū <strong>bù piān bù yǐ</strong> de shěnlǐ ànjiàn.) - The judge must hear cases impartially.<br>他的说法<strong>偏向</strong>于一方。(Tā de shuōfǎ <strong>piān xiàng</strong> yú yī fāng.) - His statement leans towards one side.
الگوهای جملهسازی
Subject + 偏向 + Noun
我偏向苹果。(Wǒ piān xiàng píngguǒ.) - I favor apples.
Subject + 有 + 偏向
他有偏向。(Tā yǒu piān xiàng.) - He has a bias.
Subject + 偏向 + Adjective
天气偏向冷。(Tiānqì piān xiàng lěng.) - The weather leans towards cold.
Subject + 偏向于 + Noun
我偏向于安静。(Wǒ piān xiàng yú ānjìng.) - I lean towards quietness.
Subject + 总是 + 偏向 + Object
她总是偏向哥哥。(Tā zǒng shì piān xiàng gēge.) - She always favors her older brother.
避免 + 偏向
我们应该避免偏向。(Wǒmen yīnggāi bìmiǎn piān xiàng.) - We should avoid bias.
Subject + 明显 + 偏向
这份报告明显偏向。(Zhè fèn bàogào míngxiǎn piān xiàng.) - This report is clearly biased.
Subject + 存在 + 偏向
这种做法存在偏向。(Zhè zhǒng zuòfǎ cúnzài piān xiàng.) - This practice has bias.
خانواده کلمه
اسمها
فعلها
مرتبط
نحوه استفاده
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Using 偏向 for physical leaning.
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Using 倾斜 (qīngxié).
Learners sometimes confuse the abstract concept of bias/inclination with physical leaning. <mark class='bg-violet-200 dark:bg-violet-800 px-0.5 rounded'>偏向</mark> is for abstract ideas, opinions, or favoring. '倾斜' is for physical objects that are tilted.
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Using 偏向 for simple preference.
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Using 喜欢 (xǐhuān) or 更喜欢 (gèng xǐhuān).
<mark class='bg-violet-200 dark:bg-violet-800 px-0.5 rounded'>偏向</mark> implies a stronger inclination or bias than simple liking. For casual preferences like food or color, '喜欢' is more natural. Using <mark class='bg-violet-200 dark:bg-violet-800 px-0.5 rounded'>偏向</mark> can sound overly strong or imply hidden reasons.
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Confusing 偏向 (verb) with 偏向 (noun).
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Checking sentence structure and context.
The word <mark class='bg-violet-200 dark:bg-violet-800 px-0.5 rounded'>偏向</mark> can function as both a verb ('to favor') and a noun ('bias'). Incorrect usage occurs when the sentence structure doesn't match the intended grammatical role, leading to awkward or incorrect meaning.
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Overusing 偏向 when 倾向 is more appropriate.
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Using 倾向 (qīngxiàng) for neutral tendencies.
<mark class='bg-violet-200 dark:bg-violet-800 px-0.5 rounded'>偏向</mark> often implies a deviation from neutrality or bias. If you are simply describing a general trend or inclination without suggesting unfairness, '倾向' is usually a better and more neutral choice.
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Incorrectly using '于' (yú) with 偏向.
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Using '偏向于' for abstract concepts/directions, but often omitting '于' when directly favoring an object.
While '偏向于' is common when indicating a direction or tendency towards something abstract (e.g., '偏向于简约风格'), it's not always necessary when directly favoring a person or object. Saying '裁判偏向了主队' is more natural than '裁判偏向于了主队'.
نکات
Distinguish Noun vs. Verb
Pay close attention to the sentence structure. If 偏向 is preceded by '有' (yǒu) or acts as the subject/object, it's likely a noun indicating bias or inclination. If it follows a subject and describes an action, it's a verb meaning 'to favor' or 'to lean towards'.
Consider the Connotation
偏向 can range from a neutral description of a tendency to a strong criticism of unfair bias. Consider the surrounding words and the overall context to grasp the intended meaning. Is it describing a design choice or an unfair judgment?
Compare with Similar Words
Understand the subtle differences between 偏向, '倾向' (qīngxiàng - tendency), and '偏袒' (piāntǎn - unfair favoritism). '倾向' is more neutral, while '偏袒' is strongly negative. This comparison helps you choose the most precise word.
Sentence Creation Practice
Write your own sentences using 偏向 as both a noun and a verb. Try creating sentences about different topics like personal preferences, media, and policy to reinforce your understanding.
Master the Pronunciation
Pay attention to the nasal sounds in 'piān' and 'xiàng'. Practice the 'xi' sound, which is made with the tongue slightly forward. Correct pronunciation aids comprehension and makes your speaking more natural.
Learn the Opposites
Knowing the antonyms like '不偏不倚' (impartial) and '公平' (fair) helps solidify the meaning of 偏向 by understanding what it is not.
Listen Actively
When listening to Chinese, pay attention to how native speakers use 偏向. Notice the situations and the tone to better understand its nuances in real-life conversations.
Avoid Physical Leaning
Remember that 偏向 is for abstract inclinations and biases, not for physical tilting. Use '倾斜' (qīngxié) for objects that are physically leaning.
Identify Degree of Bias
Adverbs like '有点' (a bit) or '明显' (obvious) can modify 偏向, indicating the degree of bias. Pay attention to these modifiers to gauge the strength of the inclination being described.
Apply in Writing Prompts
Use 偏向 in your journal entries or writing exercises. Describe a situation where you observed bias, or explain a personal preference using this word.
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روش یادسپاری
Imagine a scale that is 'piān' (slanted) and 'xiàng' (towards) one side. This visual helps remember that 偏向 means leaning or bias. Think of a 'pencil' (sounds like piān) that is slanted and pointing 'towards' (xiàng) a specific answer, showing a bias.
تداعی تصویری
Picture a person trying to balance on a seesaw that is permanently tilted to one side. They are constantly 'leaning' or '偏向' towards the lower end. This visual represents the concept of bias and inclination.
شبکه واژگان
چالش
Try to identify instances of '偏向' in news articles or conversations. When you hear or read it, pause and consider whether it's being used as a noun (an existing bias) or a verb (an action of favoring). This active identification will solidify your understanding.
ریشه کلمه
The character 偏 (piān) means 'oblique', 'slanted', or 'biased'. The character 向 (xiàng) means 'towards', 'direction', or 'face'. Together, 偏向 literally means 'to lean towards' or 'to be slanted in a direction'.
معنای اصلی: The combination suggests a movement or orientation that is not straight or centered, implying a deviation from a straight path or a balanced state.
Sino-Tibetanبافت فرهنگی
The term 偏向 can be sensitive, especially when discussing fairness and impartiality. Accusing someone or something of having a '偏向' can be a strong criticism. It's important to use it appropriately and be aware of the context.
In English, similar concepts are expressed by words like 'bias', 'prejudice', 'inclination', 'tendency', 'favoritism', and verbs like 'to lean towards' or 'to favor'. The nuance of 偏向 lies in its versatility and common usage across various registers.
تمرین در زندگی واقعی
موقعیتهای واقعی
Discussing personal preferences or choices.
- 我偏向于...
- 他总是偏向...
- 这有个人偏向。
Analyzing news or media reports.
- 报道有偏向。
- 避免报道偏向。
- 新闻的偏向性。
Talking about fairness and impartiality.
- 不偏不倚
- 不能有偏向。
- 裁判偏向了。
Describing trends or directions in policies or strategies.
- 政策偏向...
- 公司偏向于...
- 市场偏向...
Expressing opinions on subjective matters.
- 我的观点偏向...
- 他的看法有偏向。
- 这种说法有偏向。
شروعکنندههای مکالمه
"你觉得这个决定有没有偏向？"
"在选择的时候，你通常偏向哪种风格？"
"你认为媒体的报道总是客观的吗，还是会有些偏向？"
"在团队合作中，如何避免出现个人偏向？"
"你对这种新兴的流行趋势有什么看法？它看起来有点偏向于..."
موضوعات نگارش
今天有没有遇到什么让你觉得有偏向的事情？请描述一下。
在做一项选择时，我发现自己偏向于...，为什么？
我如何能更好地避免在评价他人时产生不必要的偏向？
最近看到的新闻报道，你觉得它是否存在某种偏向？请分析。
回想一次你曾经表现出偏向的情况，你现在是如何看待的？
سوالات متداول
10 سوالNot necessarily. While 偏向 often implies a deviation from neutrality and can be used negatively to describe bias, it can also be used in a neutral or even positive way. For example, a design might '偏向于' simplicity, or a policy might '偏向' supporting small businesses. In these cases, it describes a focus or direction rather than unfairness. The context and surrounding words are key to understanding the intended meaning.
Both '偏向' (piān xiàng) and '倾向' (qīngxiàng) refer to tendencies or inclinations. However, 偏向 often carries a stronger implication of bias or favoritism, suggesting a leaning that might compromise impartiality. '倾向' is generally more neutral and describes a general trend or inclination without necessarily implying unfairness. For instance, a person might have a '倾向' towards a certain academic field, but if a judge shows '偏向', it implies they are not being fair.
No, 偏向 is primarily used for abstract concepts like opinions, judgments, tendencies, or favoring. For physical leaning or tilting, the correct word is '倾斜' (qīngxié). For example, you would say '这座塔倾斜了' (Zhè zuò tǎ qīngxié le - This tower is tilted), not '这座塔偏向了'.
You can usually tell from the sentence structure. If 偏向 is preceded by '有' (yǒu - to have) or used as the main idea of a statement about bias, it's likely a noun (e.g., '他的说法有偏向' - His statement has bias). If it follows a subject and describes an action of favoring or leaning, it's a verb (e.g., '裁判偏向了主队' - The referee favored the home team).
A common mistake is using it for simple preferences where '喜欢' (xǐhuān - to like) or '更喜欢' (gèng xǐhuān - to prefer) would be more natural. 偏向 carries a weight of inclination or bias that might be too strong for casual likes. For example, saying '我偏向吃苹果' sounds a bit odd; '我喜欢吃苹果' is better.
Yes, 偏向 is used in formal writing, particularly when discussing issues of fairness, policy, media analysis, or academic research. In formal contexts, it often refers to bias in reporting, research methodologies, or policy impacts. Phrases like '明显的偏向' (obvious bias) or '避免偏向' (avoid bias) are common.
The most direct opposite is the idiom '不偏不倚' (bù piān bù yǐ), meaning 'impartial' or 'unbiased'. Other related antonyms include '公平' (gōngpíng - fair), '中立' (zhōnglì - neutral), and '客观' (kèguān - objective).
Yes. You can use adverbs to indicate the degree of bias. For example, '有点偏向' (yǒudiǎn piān xiàng - a bit biased), '明显偏向' (míngxiǎn piān xiàng - obviously biased), or '存在一些偏向' (cúnzài yīxiē piān xiàng - there is some bias). These help to convey the intensity of the inclination.
Besides 偏向 and '倾向', other related words include '偏袒' (piāntǎn - to show unfair favoritism), '偏见' (piānjiàn - prejudice), '歧视' (qíshì - discrimination), and the idiom '厚此薄彼' (hòu cǐ bó bǐ - to treat one favorably and the other unfavorably).
When used for personal preferences, 偏向 suggests a decided leaning or a strong preference that might influence choices. It's stronger than just 'liking' something. For example, '我偏向于喝茶而不是咖啡' (Wǒ piān xiàng yú hē chá ér bùshì kāfēi - I tend to drink tea rather than coffee) indicates a consistent preference.
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Summary
偏向 (piān xiàng) signifies an inclination or bias, acting as both a noun (a tendency) and a verb (to favor). It's crucial for expressing preferences, judgments, and deviations from impartiality in various contexts.
- 偏向 (piān xiàng) means inclination, bias, or tendency.
- It can be used as a noun (a bias) or a verb (to favor).
- Often implies a deviation from neutrality.
- Used in discussions about opinions, fairness, and preferences.
Distinguish Noun vs. Verb
Pay close attention to the sentence structure. If 偏向 is preceded by '有' (yǒu) or acts as the subject/object, it's likely a noun indicating bias or inclination. If it follows a subject and describes an action, it's a verb meaning 'to favor' or 'to lean towards'.
Consider the Connotation
偏向 can range from a neutral description of a tendency to a strong criticism of unfair bias. Consider the surrounding words and the overall context to grasp the intended meaning. Is it describing a design choice or an unfair judgment?
Compare with Similar Words
Understand the subtle differences between 偏向, '倾向' (qīngxiàng - tendency), and '偏袒' (piāntǎn - unfair favoritism). '倾向' is more neutral, while '偏袒' is strongly negative. This comparison helps you choose the most precise word.
Sentence Creation Practice
Write your own sentences using 偏向 as both a noun and a verb. Try creating sentences about different topics like personal preferences, media, and policy to reinforce your understanding.
مثال
在决策过程中，我们要避免任何个人偏向。
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意识
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认知
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抵触
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分辨
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