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申请 (shēn qǐng): to apply, to file an application

Meaning & Stroke Order

HSK 4verb

Word info

Pinyin
Meaning: to apply, to file an application
Characters: 2
Part of speech: verb
HSK level: HSK 4

Full definitions

to apply for sth
application form
to apply for
to apply to do something
application (as a noun)

Chinese explanation

向上级或有关方面提出请求，希望得到批准或获得某种资格、机会等
常用于办证件、找工作、入学、补助等情况，后面可接具体事物，如申请签证、申请学校。

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HSK 1

to ask

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Example sentences

I have already applied to that university.

He applied for a scholarship.

I want to apply for a job.

What materials are needed to apply for a visa?

He applied to join our club.

Please fill out this application form.

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