Chinese

zuòshì
Meaning: to do things; to work
Part of Speech: Verb

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Example sentences

他做事一向認真負責。
他做事一向认真负责。
He is always very responsible in doing things.
他做事總是慢吞吞的。
He always does things very slowly.
做事要有長遠的眼光。
One must have a long-term vision when doing things.
他說話做事都很乾脆。
He is very straightforward in his speech and actions.
他是一個做事非常務實的人。
He is a very pragmatic person in his work.

Usage Notes

Can refer to general tasks or a specific job/employment.

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