Meaning
行动 means 'action' or 'to act' and emphasizes the physical execution of plans or intentions. It contrasts with mere words or thoughts, focusing on concrete behavior and movement. The word combines 行 (to walk, to go) and 动 (to move), literally suggesting 'walking and moving' or 'being in motion.'
Usage
行动 is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts when discussing carrying out plans, taking initiative, or describing organized operations (like military or police actions). It often appears in the phrase 采取行动 (to take action) or 付诸行动 (to put into action). Native speakers use it to emphasize doing rather than just talking.
Examples
- 01我们必须立即采取行动来解决这个问题。.We must immediately take action to solve this problem.
- 02光说不练没用，要付诸行动才行。, .Just talking without practicing is useless; you must put it into action.
Characters
Measure words
- 次一次行动
- 个一个行动
Common collocations
- 采取行动to take action
- 付诸行动to put into action
- 军事行动military operation
- 行动不便difficulty moving around
Antonyms
Origin
The compound combines 行 (movement, conduct) with 动 (motion, action), reinforcing the concept of active movement and implementation of intentions.