Definition
探究 (tàn jiū) means 'to investigate or explore deeply' — it emphasizes systematic inquiry into a topic or phenomenon, often in academic or analytical contexts. Compared to 探索 (tàn suǒ 'to explore'), which can be more open-ended, 探究 implies focused, methodical investigation. It is similar to 钻研 (zuān yán 'to study meticulously'), but 探究 covers the whole process of inquiry, while 钻研 highlights intensive, detailed study.
verb
to investigateto delve intoto explore (a topic or phenomenon in depth)
Examples
- 探究。Zhè xiàng yánjiū zhǐzài tàn jiū qìhòu biànhuà duì nóngyè de yǐngxiǎng.This study aims to investigate the impact of climate change on agriculture.
- 探究。Zhéxuéjiāmen chángqī tàn jiū zìyóu yǔ zérèn de guānxì.Philosophers have long delved into the relationship between freedom and responsibility.
- 探究。Jìzhě shēnrù tàn jiū le zhè qǐ shìjiàn de zhēnxiàng.The journalist delved deeply into the truth of this incident.
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