Definition
演习 (yǎn xí) refers to a large-scale drill or exercise, especially in military or emergency contexts, often conducted under real or simulated conditions. It is broader and more formal than 演练 (yǎn liàn), which emphasizes simulated practice, and less routine than 操练 (cāo liàn), which is repetitive training. It is distinct from 排练 (pái liàn), meaning rehearsal for a performance.
verb
to conduct a drillto practice (especially military or emergency maneuvers)
Examples
- 演习。Jūnduì měinián dōu huì jǔxíng yí cì dàguīmó yǎn xí.The military holds a large-scale drill every year.
- 演习。Zhè cì xiāofáng yǎn xí ràng dàjiā xuéhuì le rúhé táoshēng.This fire drill taught everyone how to escape.
- 演习。Zhè cì yǎn xí de mùdì shì tígāo shìbīng de zuòzhàn nénglì.The purpose of this drill is to improve the soldiers' combat capability.
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