Definition
研发 (yán fā) refers to the process of researching and developing new products or technology, emphasizing the innovation and R&D stage. It is broader in scope than 研制 (yán zhì), which often implies developing and manufacturing a specific product or prototype. 调研 (diào yán) is different — it means investigative research or survey, not product development.
verb
to research and developto develop (new products or technology)
Examples
- 研发。Zhè jiā gōngsī měinián tóurù dàliàng zījīn jìnxíng yán fā.This company invests a large amount of funds every year to carry out R&D.
- 研发。Tāmen zhèngzài yán fā yì zhǒng xīnxíng cáiliào.They are developing a new type of material.
- 研发。yán fā tuánduì xūyào gèng duō de gōngchéngshī.The R&D team needs more engineers.
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