zyun2 faa3轉化转化
Jyutpingzyun2 faa3
Yalejyún fa
Definition
To change or transform the state of a substance.
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How it's used
Used primarily in formal, academic, or technical contexts when discussing the conversion of one state or form into another. It is rarely used in casual daily conversation where simpler verbs like 變 or 變做 are preferred. It often appears in discussions about chemistry, physics, or abstract concepts like energy and psychology.
Examples
These waste materials can be transformed into energy.
How do you transform stress into motivation?
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Common mistake
Avoid using this in everyday situations like changing clothes or changing one's mind, as it sounds overly scientific and unnatural in those contexts.
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Grammar guides
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