Definition
转型 (zhuǎnxíng) means 'to transform' in the sense of a fundamental shift in structure, model, or system — used for economies, enterprises, or industries undergoing major change. It is more systemic than 转变 (zhuǎnbiàn 'to change') and more about overall restructuring than 转化 (zhuǎnhuà 'to convert'), which often implies converting one form into another (e.g., energy).
verb
to transformto undergo fundamental change (in structure, model, or system)
Easily confused
- 轻型qīng xínglook-alikelight (in weight or capacity, used for vehicles, machinery, materials, etc.)
Examples
- 转型。Zhè jiā chuántǒng qǐyè zhèngzài zhuǎn xíng wéi kējì gōngsī.This traditional enterprise is transforming into a tech company.
- 转型。Jīngjì zhuǎn xíng wǎngwǎng bànsuí zhe shèhuì jiégòu de tiáozhěng.Economic transformation is often accompanied by adjustments in social structure.
- 转型。Xǔduō zhìzàoyè gōngchǎng tōngguò zhuǎn xíng shíxiàn le kě chíxù fāzhǎn.Many manufacturing factories have achieved sustainable development through transformation.
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