prepare for war; get ready for a competition
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Meanings
2 senses · 5 examplesverb
to prepare for war; to be on a war footing
formalOften used in political, military, and historical contexts. The phrase '备战备荒' is a common historical slogan.
Nà那
ge个
guó国
jiā家
zhèng正
zài在
jī积
jí极
bèi备
zhàn战
。
That country is actively preparing for war.
Bèi备
zhàn战
bèi备
huāng荒
wèi为
rén人
mín民
。
Prepare for war and natural disasters for the sake of the people.
verb
to prepare for a major event or competition; to gear up
Used metaphorically in sports, business, or other competitive contexts. The example '备战奥运会' is a typical usage.
Yùn运
dòng动
yuán员
men们
zhèng正
zài在
quán全
lì力
bèi备
zhàn战
Ào奥
yùn运
huì会
。
The athletes are fully preparing for the Olympic Games.
Gōng公
sī司
wèi为
xīn新
chǎn产
pǐn品
shàng上
shì市
jī积
jí极
bèi备
zhàn战
。
The company is actively gearing up for the launch of its new product.
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Xué学
sheng生
men们
zhèng正
zài在
bèi备
zhàn战
qī期
mò末
kǎo考
shì试
。
The students are preparing for their final exams.