演练

yǎnliàn

to do a drill

HSK 7

Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

"演练" refers to rehearsals or drills conducted to prepare for real situations, often used in contexts like emergency response, military training, or workplace safety. It emphasizes practical practice to improve readiness.

Common Collocations

  • 火灾演练 (fire drill): practicing evacuation during a fire.
  • 应急演练 (emergency drill): training for unexpected situations.
  • 演练 (combat drill): military exercises simulating real combat.

Usage Notes

"演练" is a formal term often used in institutional or official contexts. It differs from "练习" which is more general practice. "演练" implies a simulated scenario closer to real conditions.

Common Confusions

Do not confuse "演练" with "表演" (to perform/act) despite sharing "". "演练" focuses on training and preparation, not entertainment.

Example Sentences

消防队进行了火灾演练,确保每个人都知道逃生路线。

Xiāofáng duì jìnxíngle huǒzāi yǎnliàn, quèbǎo měi gèrén dōu zhīdào

The fire brigade conducted a fire drill to ensure everyone knows the escape

公司每季度都会组织应急演练,提高员工的应变能力。

Gōngsī měi jìdù dōu huì zǔzhī yìngjí yǎnliàn, tígāo yuángōng de yìngbiàn

The company organizes emergency drills every quarter to improve employees'

军队在野外进行了实战演练,检验士兵的战斗准备情况。

Jūnduì zài yěwài jìnxíngle shízhàn yǎnliàn, jiǎnyàn shìbīng de zhàndòu

The army conducted a field combat drill to test the soldiers' combat