Definition
格式 (gé shi) refers to the structured layout or arrangement of content, such as document format or competition format. It differs from 形式 (xíng shì), which emphasizes outward appearance or formality (vs. content), and from 规格 (guī gé), which denotes technical specifications or standards.
noun
format (structural arrangement, style)specification (set of requirements)
Examples
- 格式。Qǐng jiǎnchá yíxià zhège wéndàng de gé shi.Please check the format of this document.
- 格式。Bǐsài gé shi yǐjīng quèdìng le.The competition format has been decided.
- 格式。Tiánxiě biǎogé shí yào ànzhào guīdìng de gé shi.When filling in the form, follow the specified format.
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