Usage and Meaning
The word "加以" is a formal adverbial phrase used to indicate that an action or treatment is applied to something. It often appears in written or formal spoken Chinese, especially in contexts like criticism, attention, or modification.
Common Contexts
- Adding criticism or evaluation: "加以批评" (to criticize)
- Applying attention or importance: "加以重视" (to pay attention to)
- Making modifications or changes: "加以修改" (to revise)
Collocations
- 加以批评: to criticize
- 加以重视: to attach importance to
- 加以处理: to handle or deal with
- 加以说明: to explain further
Notes
"加以" is more formal and literary than simply using verbs like "批评" or "重视" alone. It emphasizes the application of the action to the object. It is not used in casual conversation but is common in written language, official documents, and formal speeches.
Avoid confusing "加以" with "加上" which means "to add on" in a more literal or quantitative sense.