变形 (biàn xíng) — to change shape; to become deformed; to morph

Definition

变形 (biàn xíng) specifically means to change physical shape or form, often becoming deformed or morphing into another shape. It differs from 转变 (zhuǎn biàn, a change in state or nature) and 变换 (biàn huàn, switching between forms or methods), which are broader or more abstract. 改造 (gǎi zào) focuses on reforming or remodeling with a purpose.

verb

to change shapeto become deformedto morph

Examples

变形。
Zhège jīnshǔ zài gāowēn xià róngyì biàn xíng.
This metal easily deforms under high heat.
变形。
Jīqìrén kěyǐ biàn xíng chéng gè zhǒng xíngzhuàng.
The robot can transform into various shapes.
变形。
Tā de liǎn yīnwèi téngtòng ér biàn xíng le.
His face contorted from pain.

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