Definition
演练 (yǎn liàn) means 'to conduct a drill' in simulated conditions, often for emergencies or military. It is more specific than 训练 (xùn liàn 'train'), which covers general skill building, and contrasts with 排练 (pái liàn 'rehearse'), reserved for performances. Unlike 演习 (yǎn xí), which emphasizes the simulation itself, 演练 highlights the practice and repetition aspect.
verb
to conduct a drill (in simulated conditions)to practicetrainingrehearsal
Easily confused
- 演绎yǎn yìlook-alike(of a performance) to enact; to portray (a role, technique, etc.)
Examples
- 演练。Xiāofáng duì měinián dōu huì jìnxíng yí cì yǎn liàn.The fire brigade conducts a drill every year.
- 演练。Zhè cì dìzhèn yǎn liàn ràng jūmín xuéhuì le rúhé shūsàn.This earthquake drill taught residents how to evacuate.
- 演练。Shìbīng men zài jīdì wánchéng le jūnshì yǎn liàn.The soldiers completed a military drill at the base.
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