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Using 将 ("jiang1") as a formal 把 ("ba3")

Using 将 ("jiang1") as a formal 把 ("ba3")

将 jiāng

Sentence patterns

HSK 4

Structure

Subj. + 将 + Obj. + [Verb Phrase]

Definition

将（jiāng）在用于表示处置的“把”字句时，常作为正式或书面语中的“把”使用，引出受事者并强调对该受事者的处置或影响。

When used in disposal constructions similar to the 'ba3' sentence, 'jiang1' serves as a formal or literary equivalent of 'ba3', introducing the patient and emphasizing the handling or effect on it.

Usage

“将”用于“将”字句，结构为“将 + 宾语 + 动词”，常出现在正式书面语、公文、说明文或文学作品中，比“把”更显文雅。动词后常带补语或“了”等表示处置结果。

'Jiang1' is used in 'jiang' constructions with the structure 'jiang + object + verb', commonly found in formal writing, official documents, expository texts, or literary works, sounding more elegant than 'ba3'. The verb is often followed by a complement or 'le' to indicate the result of the disposal.

Examples

1 请将这份文件交给经理。 (Please hand this document to the manager.)
2 他将桌子整理得干干净净。 (He tidied the desk spotlessly.)
3 请将您的姓名填写在表格上。 (Please fill in your name on the form.)
4 科学家将实验数据输入了计算机。 (The scientists input the experimental data into the computer.)
5 我们将按照计划进行下一步工作。 (We will proceed with the next steps according to the plan.)

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