Use '以便' to connect an action to the goal it intends to achieve.
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- Used to connect an action with its purpose.
- Commonly found in formal writing and business contexts.
- Functions similarly to 'so that' or 'in order to'.
Overview
- 1概述：以便（yǐbiàn）是一个典型的目的连词，意为“so that”或“in order to”。它在句子中起着连接作用，前半句通常是采取的措施或行动，后半句则是预期的结果或目的。使用“以便”可以清晰地表达出因果导向的逻辑关系。
Examples
请提前预订，以便我们安排座位。
everydayPlease book in advance so that we can arrange seats.
公司更新了系统，以便提高工作效率。
formalThe company updated the system in order to improve efficiency.
请留下联系方式，以便我们联系您。
formalPlease leave your contact details so we can reach you.
研究人员收集了大量样本，以便进行深入分析。
academicResearchers collected many samples to conduct in-depth analysis.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
以便参考
for reference
以便核实
for verification
以便及时处理
for timely processing
Often Confused With
Used for both purpose and cause; can appear at the beginning of a sentence.
Focuses on the consequence or result, whereas '以便' focuses on the intent or purpose.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
Use '以便' in formal writing to indicate purpose. It should connect two clauses rather than starting a sentence. It is less common in casual spoken Chinese.
Common Mistakes
Students often put '以便' at the beginning of the sentence. They also sometimes use it to connect nouns instead of actions or clauses.
Tips
Focus on the purpose
Always ensure the clause following '以便' is the goal or result you want to achieve.
Avoid sentence-initial usage
Unlike 'To do this...', '以便' should not start a sentence in Chinese.
Professionalism in Chinese
Using '以便' in emails or business reports makes your writing sound more professional and organized.
Word Origin
Derived from '以' (to use/in order to) and '便' (convenient). It literally means 'to use for the convenience of'.
Cultural Context
In Chinese business culture, being precise and polite is key. Using '以便' demonstrates that you have planned ahead and are considering the convenience of the other party.
Memory Tip
Think of '以便' as a bridge: one side is the action, the other is the goal. '以便' helps you get from the action to the goal.
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions通常不可以。“以便”主要用于连接两个分句，起到承接作用，因此它一般出现在句子的中间。
“为了”使用范围更广，既可用于口语也可用于书面语；“以便”则更侧重于书面语，且通常连接两个动词性短语或小句。
通常不建议直接接名词。“以便”后面通常接动词短语或小句，以表达一个具体的目的或动作。
虽然可以用，但在非正式场合显得有些过于正式。口语中更常用“为了”或“这样”。
Test Yourself
请把资料发给我，___我进行审核。
此处表达的是目的，即发资料是为了审核。
Score: /1
Summary
Use '以便' to connect an action to the goal it intends to achieve.
- Used to connect an action with its purpose.
- Commonly found in formal writing and business contexts.
- Functions similarly to 'so that' or 'in order to'.
Focus on the purpose
Always ensure the clause following '以便' is the goal or result you want to achieve.
Avoid sentence-initial usage
Unlike 'To do this...', '以便' should not start a sentence in Chinese.
Professionalism in Chinese
Using '以便' in emails or business reports makes your writing sound more professional and organized.
Examples
4 of 4请提前预订，以便我们安排座位。
Please book in advance so that we can arrange seats.
公司更新了系统，以便提高工作效率。
The company updated the system in order to improve efficiency.
请留下联系方式，以便我们联系您。
Please leave your contact details so we can reach you.
研究人员收集了大量样本，以便进行深入分析。
Researchers collected many samples to conduct in-depth analysis.
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More work words
充裕的
B2Abundant, ample, or sufficient in quantity.
事故
A2accident; mishap
依照
A2According to; in accordance with.
准确地
A2accurately, precisely
做到
A2to achieve; to accomplish
积极地
A2actively; enthusiastically
应变
B2Adaptive; capable of dealing with emergencies.
行政
A2Administration; the management of affairs.
过后
A2Afterwards; at a later or subsequent time.
赞同
A2To approve of, to endorse; to agree with or support.
