Definition
方案 (fāng'àn) refers to a concrete plan, program, or proposal for action — it's the specific, often written blueprint for how to achieve a goal. It's more formal and actionable than 计划 (jìhuà 'plan'), which is broader and can be everyday or abstract. For long-term, systematic planning use 规划 (guīhuà); for a suggestion or a draft, use 建议 or 草案.
noun
planprogram (for action)proposal
Measure word · 个, 套
Examples
- 方案。Gōngsī zhèngzài tǎolùn xīn de yíngxiāo fāng àn.The company is discussing a new marketing plan.
- 方案。Zhège fāng àn dédào le suǒyǒu rén de tóngyì.This proposal has been agreed to by everyone.
- 方案。Wǒmen xūyào zhìdìng yí tào wánzhěng de fāng àn.We need to formulate a complete program.
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