Definition
改装 (gǎi zhuāng) means to physically modify or convert an object (vehicle, machine, product) for improved performance or a different function. Unlike 修改 (for text/plans) or 改造 (for systems/people), 改装 focuses on tangible hardware changes. It is also distinct from 翻新 (renovating old items) and 变更 (formal changes in status).
verb
to modify (a vehicle, machine, etc.) for improved performance or different useto repackage or change the appearance (of a product, costume)to convert (a device) to a different function
Examples
- 改装。Tā bǎ zìjǐ de pǎochē gǎi zhuāng chéng le diàndòng chē.He converted his sports car into an electric vehicle.
- 改装。Zhè jiàn yīfu xūyào gǎi zhuāng chéng Hànfú yàngshì.This outfit needs to be modified into a Hanfu style.
- 改装。Tāmen bǎ jiù cāngkù gǎi zhuāng chéng le yìshù gōngzuòshì.They converted the old warehouse into an art studio.
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