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有效 (yǒu xiào): effective, to be effective

Meaning & Stroke Order

HSK 4verb

Word info

Pinyin
Meaning
effective, to be effective
Characters
2
Part of speech
verb
HSK level
HSK 4

Full definitions

Meanings grouped by pronunciation.

  • effective
  • in effect
  • valid
  • effective
  • efficacious
  • able to produce a desired result
  • valid
  • in effect
  • legally or officially binding

Chinese explanation

  • 能产生预期效果或作用的
  • 法律、规章等具有约束力的。

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Character breakdown

HSK 1

to have

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Example sentences

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This medicine is very effective for treating colds.

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Daily exercise is an effective way to stay healthy.

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The teacher used an effective teaching method.

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This new policy is very effective and solved the problem.

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In order to study effectively, you need to make a plan.

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This medicine is very effective for headaches.

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Is your passport still valid?

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We need a more effective method.

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