Definition
参阅 is a formal verb meaning 'to consult' or 'to refer to', typically used with written materials like documents, reports, or instructions. It's more literary than 参考 and appears in academic, professional, or official contexts. You'll see it in phrases like 参阅附录 ('see appendix') or 请参阅说明书 ('please refer to the manual').
v.
to consult (a document, reference, or source)to refer to (for information or guidance)
Examples
- 参阅。Qǐng cān yuè fùlù zhōng de xiángxì shuōmíng.Please refer to the detailed instructions in the appendix.
- 参阅。Zhè piān lùnwén xūyào cān yuè dàliàng wénxiàn.This paper needs to consult a large amount of literature.
- 参阅。Shǐyòng qián qǐng cān yuè yònghù shǒucè.Please consult the user manual before use.
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