Usage of 驾驶
The verb 驾驶 (jiàshǐ) primarily means to operate or control vehicles such as cars, airplanes, or ships. It is a formal term often used in contexts involving professional or technical driving or piloting.
Common contexts
驾驶 is frequently used when talking about driving cars, piloting airplanes, or steering ships. It implies active control and responsibility over the vehicle.
Collocations and patterns
- 驾驶经验 (driving experience): refers to the practical experience someone has in driving.
- 驾驶执照 (driver's license): the official license required to drive legally.
- 安全驾驶 (safe driving): a common phrase urging caution and adherence to traffic laws.
Nuances
驾驶 is more formal and technical than 开车 (kāichē), which is a more casual way to say "drive a car." Use 驾驶 when emphasizing the skill or responsibility involved in operating a vehicle.
Common confusion
Don't confuse 驾驶 with 开车. 开车 is used only for cars and is more casual, while 驾驶 can apply to various vehicles including airplanes and ships.