Meaning and Usage
The verb 选用 (xuǎnyòng) means "to select and use" or "to choose for use." It is often used in contexts where a choice is made from several options specifically for practical application, such as materials, methods, or personnel.
Common Contexts
- Selecting materials or tools for production.
- Choosing software features or settings.
- Hiring or appointing suitable candidates.
Collocations and Patterns
- 选用材料 (select materials): used when choosing appropriate materials.
- 选用方法 (select methods): choosing a method or approach.
- 选用人才 (select talents): hiring or appointing people.
Usage Notes
选用 emphasizes both the act of choosing and the subsequent use of the chosen item. It differs from simply 选择 (to choose) by implying practical application. Avoid confusing it with 用 (to use) alone, as 选用 always involves a selection process before use.