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B1 verb 7 min read

修改

xiugai

Practice it Examples Notes & Tips 修改 in 30 Seconds

Explanation 修改 in your Level:

At the A1 level, you don't need to use '修改' (xiūgǎi) very often, but you might see it on your phone or computer. Think of it as the 'Edit' button. If you have a profile on a website and you want to change your name or your picture, you click a button that says '修改'. It is a formal way of saying 'change' for information. At this stage, just remember that if you see '修改', it means you can change the text or information you are looking at. You can also think of it as 'fixing' a small mistake in your writing. For example, if you write 'I are' and your teacher says 'Change it to I am', that action is a type of '修改'. It's about making small changes to words or numbers.

By A2, you should start using '修改' (xiūgǎi) when talking about your homework or your plans. If you write a paragraph in Chinese and then find a mistake, you can say '我要修改一下' (Wǒ yào xiūgǎi yīxià) - 'I need to revise/modify it a bit'. It is different from '修理' (xiūlǐ), which is for fixing a broken bike or phone. '修改' is for things on paper or on a screen. You will also see it when you change your password: '修改密码' (xiūgǎi mìmǎ). It's a very useful word for the digital world. When you and your friends make a plan to go to the park, but then it rains, you might need to '修改计划' (xiūgǎi jìhuà) - 'modify the plan'.

At the B1 level, '修改' (xiūgǎi) becomes a key professional and academic word. You are expected to use it when discussing the process of writing essays, preparing presentations, or working on business documents. It implies a process of refinement. For example, '修改稿' (xiūgǎi gǎo) refers to a revised draft. You should understand that '修改' is used for texts, laws, plans, and digital data. It is often used with the particle '了' (le) to show that a revision has been completed: '我已经修改了我的报告' (I have already revised my report). You should also be able to distinguish it from '改变' (gǎibiàn), which is a broader term for 'change'. '修改' is more precise for 'editing' or 'amending'.

At the B2 level, you should be comfortable using '修改' (xiūgǎi) in more complex sentence structures, such as '对...进行修改' (to carry out modifications on...). This is very common in business and formal writing. You should also know common collocations like '修改意见' (suggestions for revision) and '大幅度修改' (to modify extensively). At this level, you might encounter '修改' in the context of law or policy, such as '修改宪法' (amending the constitution). You should understand the nuance that '修改' suggests the core structure remains, but specific details are being improved or updated. It is a word that shows you are thinking about the quality and accuracy of information.

For C1 learners, '修改' (xiūgǎi) is part of a sophisticated vocabulary regarding the iterative process of creation and governance. You should be able to discuss the nuances between '修改', '修正' (xiūzhèng), and '校订' (jiàodìng - to proofread and edit). In a literary or academic context, you might discuss how an author '反复修改' (repeatedly revised) a manuscript to achieve perfection. You will see this word in high-level legal discussions where the wording of a clause is '修改' to avoid ambiguity. At this level, your use of '修改' should be precise, reflecting an understanding of the formal register it belongs to and the specific types of objects (abstract plans, legal texts, literary works) it typically governs.

At the C2 level, '修改' (xiūgǎi) is understood within the broadest historical and philosophical contexts. You might analyze how the '修改' of historical records affects modern perception, or how the '修改' of a scientific theory reflects a paradigm shift. You should be able to use the word with absolute precision in any professional setting, from international diplomacy to high-level software engineering. You understand the subtle implications of using '修改' versus more radical terms like '变革' (biàngé) or '颠覆' (diānfù). In C2 level writing, '修改' is not just a verb, but a concept representing the continuous improvement and adaptation of human knowledge, laws, and systems.

Practice it Examples Notes & Tips

修改 in 30 Seconds

修改 (xiūgǎi) means to edit, revise, or modify existing content like texts, plans, or laws.
It is a B1 level word used extensively in professional, academic, and digital settings.
It differs from '修理' (fixing physical objects) and '改变' (general change of state or mind).
Common collocations include modifying passwords, reports, contracts, and legal documents.

The Chinese word 修改 (xiūgǎi) is a fundamental verb in the intermediate Chinese lexicon, specifically categorized under the CEFR B1 level. At its core, it represents the act of altering, revising, or amending something that already exists. Unlike words that imply a total transformation or a radical change, 修改 typically refers to the refinement of a draft, the adjustment of a plan, or the amendment of a legal document. It is the bridge between a first draft and a final product. In daily life, you will encounter this word in professional settings, academic environments, and even in software interfaces where 'Edit' or 'Modify' is translated as 修改.

Core Concept: Refinement: The essence of 修改 lies in the prefix 修 (xiū), which means to repair or decorate, and the suffix 改 (gǎi), which means to change. Together, they suggest a purposeful change aimed at improvement or correction.
Professional Contexts: In an office, you might 修改报告 (xiūgǎi bàogào)—modify a report. In a legal setting, the government might 修改法律 (xiūgǎi fǎlǜ)—amend a law. In software development, users 修改密码 (xiūgǎi mìmǎ)—change their passwords.

老师建议我再修改一下这篇文章的结尾。(The teacher suggested that I revise the ending of this article once more.)

Furthermore, 修改 is used when the scope of change is controlled. If you were to completely overhaul a system, you might use 改革 (gǎigé) or 改造 (gǎizào). However, if you are tweaking the parameters of a contract or fixing typos in a manuscript, 修改 is the precise term. It implies that the foundational structure remains the same, but the details are being optimized. This distinction is crucial for B1 learners to master, as using a word like 改变 (gǎibiàn)—which is a general word for 'change'—might sound too vague in professional or academic writing.

这个计划需要根据实际情况进行修改。(This plan needs to be modified according to the actual situation.)

Common Objects of 修改

修改稿 (xiūgǎi gǎo): A revised draft.
修改意见 (xiūgǎi yìjiàn): Suggestions for revision.
修改合同 (xiūgǎi hétóng): To modify a contract.

Using 修改 (xiūgǎi) correctly involves understanding its grammatical role as a transitive verb. Most commonly, it follows the pattern [Subject] + [修改] + [Object]. The object is almost always a noun representing something that can be edited, adjusted, or refined. However, it can also appear in passive constructions using 被 (bèi) or in formal structures using 对...进行修改.

Pattern 1: Direct Action: This is the most straightforward usage.
我修改了作文。(Wǒ xiūgǎile zuòwén.) - I revised the essay.
Pattern 2: Formal 'Conduct' Structure: In formal reports or news, you often see 对...进行修改.
委员会对提案进行了修改。(Wěiyuánhuì duì tí'àn jìnxíngle xiūgǎi.) - The committee carried out modifications to the proposal.

如果你发现错误，请随时修改。(If you find an error, please modify it at any time.)

When modifying something, you might want to specify how it was modified. In Chinese, you can use adverbs before 修改 or resultative complements after it. For example, 大幅度修改 (dà fúdù xiūgǎi) means 'to modify extensively,' while 修改好了 (xiūgǎi hǎo le) means 'finished modifying/revising.'

这篇文章经过多次修改后，终于发表了。(After being revised many times, this article was finally published.)

Pattern 3: Passive Voice: Using 被 (bèi) to emphasize the object being modified.
合同被修改了三次。(Hétóng bèi xiūgǎile sān cì.) - The contract was modified three times.

The word 修改 (xiūgǎi) is ubiquitous in modern Chinese life, particularly in environments where information is processed, shared, and refined. Understanding the specific contexts where it appears will help you recognize it instantly in the wild.

1. The Digital World: On any Chinese website or app, look for the word 修改 in settings.
- 修改资料 (xiūgǎi zīliào): Edit profile/info.
- 修改密码 (xiūgǎi mìmǎ): Change password.
- 修改订单 (xiūgǎi dìngdān): Modify an order (e.g., on Meituan or Taobao).
2. Academic & Educational Settings: Teachers use this word constantly when giving feedback.
- 修改作业 (xiūgǎi zuòyè): To correct or revise homework.
- 修改论文 (xiūgǎi lùnwén): To revise a thesis.

在提交之前，你一定要仔细修改拼写错误。(Before submitting, you must carefully correct the spelling errors.)

In the business world, 修改 is part of the daily grind. During meetings, someone might say, “这个方案还需要修改” (This proposal still needs revision). It implies that the core idea is accepted, but the execution or details need work. It is a collaborative word, often used when negotiating terms or perfecting a strategy.

客户要求我们修改设计图纸。(The client requested us to modify the design drawings.)

While 修改 (xiūgǎi) is a versatile word, learners often confuse it with other 'change' verbs. Misusing it can lead to confusion about whether you are fixing something, improving something, or changing its nature entirely.

Mistake 1: 修改 vs. 改变 (gǎibiàn): 改变 is a general word for 'change' (e.g., changing weather, changing your mind). 修改 is specific to editing or amending a document or plan.
❌ 不要修改你的主意。(Don't modify your idea - sounds awkward.)
✅ 不要改变你的主意。(Don't change your mind.)
Mistake 2: 修改 vs. 修理 (xiūlǐ): 修理 is for physical repairs (fixing a car, a watch). 修改 is for non-physical revisions.
❌ 我的自行车坏了，我要修改它。(I need to 'modify' my broken bike.)
✅ 我的自行车坏了，我要修理它。(I need to repair my bike.)

错误：他修改了他的生活方式。(He modified his lifestyle.)
正确：他改变了他的生活方式。(He changed his lifestyle.)

Another common error is using 修改 without an object in contexts where one is expected. Since it is a transitive verb, it usually needs to 'act' on something. If you just want to say 'to change,' use 变化 (biànhuà) or 改变 (gǎibiàn).

To truly master 修改 (xiūgǎi), you must understand its position within the family of 'change' and 'repair' words in Chinese. Here is a comparison with its closest synonyms.

1. 修正 (xiūzhèng): Comparison: 修正 is more formal and often implies correcting a deviation from a standard or a truth. It is used for data, orbits, or ideological positions.
修改 is more general for any revision of a draft or plan.
2. 更改 (gēnggǎi): Comparison: 更改 focuses on 'replacing' or 'swapping' one thing for another, like a date, a name, or a route.
修改 implies 'polishing' or 'adjusting' the existing content.
3. 改进 (gǎijìn): Comparison: 改进 means 'to improve' or 'to make better' in terms of quality, performance, or efficiency.
修改 is more neutral—it just means to change the text or plan, though the goal is usually improvement.

我们需要修改（revise）合同的内容，并改进（improve）我们的服务流程。(We need to revise the contract content and improve our service processes.)

In summary, choose 修改 when you are holding a pen or sitting at a computer, looking at a draft that needs some tweaks. Choose 修正 when you are correcting a precise error. Choose 更改 when you are changing a fixed detail like a deadline.

How Formal Is It?

Fun Fact

The character '改' (gǎi) originally had a much harsher connotation of 'correcting' someone through force, but today it is a very neutral and common word for any kind of change.

Pronunciation Guide

UK xiū gǎi

US xiū gǎi

The stress is balanced between the two syllables, but 'gai' often feels more emphatic as the result of the action.

Rhymes With

优 (yōu) 休 (xiū) 海 (hǎi) 买 (mǎi) 开 (kāi) 才 (cái) 白 (bái) 来 (lái)

Common Errors

Pronouncing 'xiu' as 'zoo'.
Pronouncing 'gai' as 'gay'.
Missing the tone change (sandhi) if 'gai' is followed by another 3rd tone.
Confusing the 1st tone of 'xiu' with the 2nd tone.
Mispronouncing the 'x' as a hard 'sh' like in English 'shoe'.

Difficulty Rating

Reading 3/5

The characters are common but '修' has many strokes.

Writing 4/5

Writing '修' correctly requires practice with stroke order.

Speaking 2/5

The pronunciation is straightforward once tones are mastered.

Listening 2/5

The word is very distinct and frequently used.

What to Learn Next

Prerequisites

改修改变错对

Learn Next

修正改进改革改造完善

Advanced

斟酌校勘修订删改篡改

Grammar to Know

Resultative Complements

修改完 (Finished modifying), 修改好 (Modified well/properly).

The 'Bèi' Passive Construction

合同被修改了。 (The contract was modified.)

The 'Duì...Jìnxíng' Construction

对计划进行修改。 (To conduct modifications on the plan.)

Adverbial Placement

仔细修改 (Modify carefully), 认真修改 (Modify earnestly).

Duration of Action

修改了一个小时 (Modified for an hour).

Examples by Level

我要修改密码。

I want to change my password.

Simple Subject + Verb + Object structure.

请修改你的名字。

Please change your name (on the form).

Using '请' for a polite request.

他在修改照片。

He is editing a photo.

Present continuous with '在'.

修改这里。

Change/Edit here.

Imperative use with a location.

我不修改。

I am not changing it.

Negation with '不'.

你可以修改吗？

Can you edit it?

Question with '可以' and '吗'.

修改完了。

Finished editing.

Resultative complement '完'.

我要修改这个。

I want to modify this.

Using '这个' as a demonstrative pronoun object.

老师修改了我的作业。

The teacher corrected my homework.

Past action with '了'.

我们需要修改一下计划。

We need to modify the plan a bit.

Softening the tone with '一下'.

这篇文章需要修改。

This article needs revision.

Using '需要' (need) as a modal verb.

你可以帮我修改一下吗？

Can you help me revise this a bit?

Request pattern: '帮我' + Verb.

他修改了合同的时间。

He modified the time on the contract.

Specific object: '合同的时间'.

我想修改我的个人资料。

I want to edit my personal profile.

Compound object '个人资料'.

修改以后更好看了。

It looks better after the modification.

Using '以后' (after) to show sequence.

别修改那个句子。

Don't change 그 sentence.

Negative imperative with '别'.

你修改完你的报告了吗？

Have you finished revising your report?

Resultative complement '完' in a question.

这个软件允许用户修改设置。

This software allows users to modify settings.

Verb '允许' followed by an object and another verb.

我们需要根据客户的要求修改设计。

We need to modify the design according to the client's requirements.

Prepositional phrase '根据...的要求'.

他反复修改，直到满意为止。

He revised repeatedly until he was satisfied.

Structure '直到...为止' (until...).

这些修改意见非常有用。

These suggestions for revision are very useful.

Using '修改' as an attributive modifying '意见'.

政府决定修改这项法律。

The government decided to amend this law.

Formal verb '决定' (decide).

我修改了几个错别字。

I corrected a few typos.

Quantity '几个' before the object.

计划被修改得更详细了。

The plan was modified to be more detailed.

Passive '被' and degree complement '得'.

委员会正在对提案进行修改。

The committee is currently carrying out modifications to the proposal.

Formal structure '对...进行修改'.

这篇文章经过多次修改才发表。

This article was published only after many revisions.

Structure '经过...才...' (only after...).

他大幅度修改了原稿的内容。

He extensively modified the content of the original manuscript.

Adverbial '大幅度' (extensively).

如果你有任何修改建议，请告诉我。

If you have any suggestions for revision, please let me know.

Conditional '如果...请...'.

修改后的方案更加合理。

The modified plan is more reasonable.

Noun phrase '修改后的方案'.

我们需要不断修改和完善我们的工作。

We need to constantly modify and perfect our work.

Parallel verbs '修改和完善'.

作者拒绝修改作品的结尾。

The author refused to modify the ending of the work.

Verb '拒绝' (refuse).

由于环境变化，我们不得不修改计划。

Due to changes in the environment, we had to modify the plan.

Structure '由于...不得不...' (due to... have no choice but...).

这部法律的修改引起了广泛关注。

The amendment of this law has attracted widespread attention.

Using '修改' as a noun (amendment).

他在修改译文时力求精准。

He strives for precision when revising the translation.

Time clause '在...时' (while...).

该条款已被修改以适应新的政策。

The clause has been modified to adapt to the new policy.

Passive '已被' and purpose clause '以...' (in order to...).

经过反复斟酌，他决定修改论文的论点。

After careful consideration, he decided to modify the thesis of his paper.

Advanced vocabulary '反复斟酌' (careful consideration).

这些修改虽然细微，但非常关键。

Although these modifications are subtle, they are very crucial.

Concessive structure '虽然...但...'.

修改病句是语文教学中的重要环节。

Correcting faulty sentences is an important link in language teaching.

Gerund-like use of '修改' as a subject.

他对剧本进行了伤筋动骨的修改。

He made fundamental/drastic modifications to the script.

Idiomatic expression '伤筋动骨' (drastic/fundamental).

任何对合同的修改都必须经双方同意。

Any modification to the contract must be agreed upon by both parties.

Subject clause '任何对...的修改'.

历史的叙事往往随着时代的变迁而不断被修改。

Historical narratives are often constantly modified as times change.

Complex passive structure with '随着...而...'.

这种修改并非简单的更正，而是认知的重构。

This modification is not a simple correction, but a reconstruction of cognition.

Contrastive structure '并非...而是...' (not... but rather...).

在宪法修改的过程中，必须充分听取民众意见。

In the process of amending the constitution, the public's opinions must be fully heard.

Formal phrase '在...的过程中'.

作者在修改后期，对作品的节奏感进行了微调。

In the later stages of revision, the author fine-tuned the rhythm of the work.

Subtle term '微调' (fine-tune) paired with '修改'.

由于数据偏差，之前的研究结论需要进行重大修改。

Due to data bias, previous research conclusions require significant modification.

Formal '进行重大修改'.

修改代码时的疏忽可能导致系统崩溃。

Negligence when modifying code can lead to a system crash.

Abstract subject '修改代码时的疏忽'.

他试图通过修改遗嘱来改变遗产的分配。

He attempted to change the distribution of the estate by modifying the will.

Means/method phrase '通过...来...'.

对经典作品的肆意修改往往会引起争议。

Wanton modification of classic works often causes controversy.

Adverbial '肆意' (wantonly/recklessly).

Synonyms

修订更改修正调整改进

Antonyms

维持保留

Common Collocations

修改密码

修改计划

修改法律

修改文章

大幅度修改

修改建议

进行修改

修改合同

反复修改

修改错误

Common Phrases

修改稿

— A revised version or draft of a document.

这是我的第三份修改稿。

修改意见

— Feedback or suggestions on how to revise something.

老师给出了详细的修改意见。

修改权限

— The permission or right to edit a file or system.

你没有修改权限。

修改符号

— Proofreading marks used to indicate changes.

学习常用的修改符号。

修改记录

— A history or log of changes made to a document.

查看文件的修改记录。

修改工具

— Tools used for editing or modifying.

这款软件提供了多种修改工具。

修改日期

— The date on which a file or document was last changed.

最后修改日期是昨天。

修改通知

— A notification regarding changes made to a schedule or plan.

请查收计划修改通知。

修改补丁

— A software patch used to modify or fix a program.

安装最新的修改补丁。

修改说明

— An explanation of the changes that were made.

请附上修改说明。

Often Confused With

修改 vs 改变

Gǎibiàn is for general change; Xiūgǎi is for editing/amending.

修改 vs 修理

Xiūlǐ is for physical repairs; Xiūgǎi is for abstract/textual revision.

修改 vs 改正

Gǎizhèng is specifically for correcting errors/wrongs; Xiūgǎi is for general revision.

Idioms & Expressions

"删繁就简"

— To simplify by removing the superfluous; a goal of revision.

修改文章要学会删繁就简。

Literary

"移风易俗"

— To change prevailing customs; a large-scale social 'modification'.

政府通过法律来移风易俗。

Formal

"拨乱反正"

— To put things right; to correct chaos and return to the right path.

这项政策旨在拨乱反正。

Political

"痛改前非"

— To thoroughly reform one's previous errors or misdeeds.

他决定痛改前非，重新做人。

Moral

"屡教不改"

— To refuse to mend one's ways despite repeated admonition.

他总是迟到，真是屡教不改。

Informal

"悔过自新"

— To repent and start anew; to 'modify' one's life path.

他已经悔过自新了。

Formal

"随机应变"

— To act according to changing circumstances; to modify plans on the fly.

在战场上要学会随机应变。

General

"择善而从"

— To choose what is good and follow it; to modify one's behavior for the better.

我们应该择善而从。

Literary

"循序渐进"

— To proceed step by step; often used to describe the process of modification.

学习要循序渐进。

General

"改弦更张"

— To change one's course of action completely; a more radical modification.

公司决定改弦更张，开拓新市场。

Formal

Easily Confused

修改 vs 改进

Both involve change and improvement.

Gǎijìn is about improving quality/performance; Xiūgǎi is about altering content/text.

我们需要改进技术，修改说明书。

修改 vs 修正

Both mean 'to correct/modify'.

Xiūzhèng is more formal and used for data, orbits, or correcting a deviation from a standard.

科学家修正了卫星的轨道。

修改 vs 更改

Both involve changing something.

Gēnggǎi is for swapping one fixed thing for another (like a date); Xiūgǎi is for revising the internal content.

更改出发时间，修改行程安排。

修改 vs 修整

Both start with '修'.

Xiūzhěng is for physical neatening/trimming; Xiūgǎi is for conceptual/textual revision.

园丁在修整草坪。

修改 vs 改编

Both involve changing a text.

Gǎibiān is specifically for adapting a work from one medium to another (e.g., book to movie); Xiūgǎi is just revising the text.

这部电影是根据小说改编的。

Sentence Patterns

我要修改[Object]。

我要修改密码。

请帮我修改一下[Object]。

请帮我修改一下作文。

[Object]需要修改。

这个计划需要修改。

对[Object]进行修改。

对合同进行修改。

[Object]被修改了[Number]次。

方案被修改了三次。

经过修改，[Object]变得更[Adjective]。

经过修改，文章变得更简洁了。

任何对[Object]的修改都[Requirement]。

任何对法律的修改都必须慎重。

随着[Context]，[Object]不断被修改。

随着社会的发展，政策也不断被修改。

Word Family

Nouns

修改稿

修改权

修改者

Verbs

修改

修正

改正

改进

Adjectives

修改后的

经修改的

修

改

更

正

变

How to Use It

frequency

Very high in written and spoken Chinese.

Common Mistakes

Using 修改 for physical repairs. → 修理 (xiūlǐ)
修改 is for abstract things like texts; 修理 is for physical objects.
Using 修改 for changing one's mind. → 改变 (gǎibiàn)
修改 is for editing content; 改变 is for changing states or decisions.
Confusing 修改 with 改进. → 改进 (gǎijìn)
改进 focuses on improvement of performance; 修改 focuses on alteration of content.
Using 修改 without an object in formal writing. → 进行修改 (jìnxíng xiūgǎi)
In formal contexts, the '进行' structure is preferred.
Misplacing the adverb '大幅度'. → 大幅度修改 (dà fúdù xiūgǎi)
The adverb must come before the verb.

Tips

Drafting

Always use '修改' when talking about the second draft of your writing.

Result

Add '完' (wán) to say you finished the revisions.

Digital

Look for '修改' in the settings menu of any Chinese app.

Humility

Accepting '修改意见' (revision suggestions) is seen as a positive, humble trait in Chinese professional culture.

Legal

Use '修改' for laws and contracts; it's the standard legal term for 'amendment'.

Softening

Say '修改一下' to sound more natural and polite in conversation.

Precision

Distinguish between '修改' (revise) and '改正' (correct a specific error).

Context

If you hear 'xiugai' in a tech context, it almost always means 'edit' or 'change settings'.

Repair + Change

Remember the two parts: Repair (修) + Change (改) = Modify.

No Physical Repairs

Never use '修改' for fixing a car or a chair.

Memorize It

Mnemonic

Think of 'Xiū' as 'fixing' a shoe and 'Gǎi' as 'guys' changing their minds. You 'modify' the shoe to fit the guys.

Visual Association

Imagine a red pen (the tool of modification) circling a word and writing a better one above it.

Word Web

修正改进更正修整改变编辑校对改动

Challenge

Try to find three things in your current environment that need to be '修改' (e.g., a draft email, a messy schedule, or a computer setting).

Word Origin

The word is a compound of two ancient characters. '修' (xiū) dates back to oracle bone script, originally depicting the act of cleaning or washing, later evolving to mean repair, cultivate, or decorate. '改' (gǎi) depicts a hand holding a stick hitting a child (or person), symbolizing the act of correction or change through discipline.

Original meaning: To repair and correct.

Sino-Tibetan

Cultural Context

No specific sensitivities, but be aware that '修改' in a political context can be a very serious and highly debated topic.

In English, we might use 'edit', 'revise', 'amend', or 'modify' depending on the context. '修改' covers all of these.

The Amendment of the Constitution of the PRC (宪法修改) Lu Xun's meticulous '修改' of his manuscripts. Software version updates (版本修改).

Practice in Real Life

Real-World Contexts

In the Office

修改报告
修改合同
修改方案
修改意见

At School

修改作文
修改作业
修改论文
修改错别字

On the Internet

修改密码
修改资料
修改设置
修改订单

In Law/Politics

修改法律
修改宪法
修改条款
修改规定

In Creative Work

修改剧本
修改图纸
修改代码
修改原稿

Conversation Starters

"你觉得这篇文章还需要修改吗？"

"你通常怎么修改你的第一稿？"

"如果不修改这个计划，会有什么后果？"

"你修改过你的社交媒体简介吗？"

"为什么修改法律需要这么长时间？"

Journal Prompts

写一写你最近修改过的一份重要文件或作业。

如果你可以修改你过去的一个决定，你会修改哪一个？为什么？

描述一下你修改密码的习惯，你觉得这安全吗？

谈谈你对'文章是改出来的'这句话的理解。

记录一次你和同事或同学讨论修改意见的经历。

Frequently Asked Questions

10 questions

No, for a broken phone, you should use '修理' (xiūlǐ). '修改' is for things like code, plans, or text.

It is neutral to formal. In very informal speech, people often just use '改'. In very formal writing, they use '对...进行修改'.

改变 is 'to change' in a general sense (e.g., changing the world). 修改 is 'to modify' or 'revise' something specific like a document.

No, that sounds very strange. You can '改变朋友' (change a friend's mind) or '影响朋友' (influence a friend), but you can't 'modify' them.

The standard translation is '修改资料' or '编辑资料'.

Yes, it can mean 'modification' or 'amendment'. For example, '法律的修改' (the amendment of the law).

It means a 'revised draft'. It is the version of a document after changes have been made.

Yes, it is very common for 'modifying code' (修改代码) or 'bug fixes'.

Not really. Use '改变主意' for changing your mind. '修改主意' sounds like you are editing a written idea.

It means 'to modify extensively' or 'to make large-scale changes'.