Definition
自选 is an attributive adjective (attr.) meaning 'self-selected' or 'optional' — it describes things you choose for yourself rather than having them assigned or fixed. You'll see it in contexts like 自选动作 ('optional routine' in gymnastics), 自选商场 ('self-service store'), or 自选套餐 ('build-your-own meal combo'). It's the opposite of 指定 ('designated, assigned').
attr.
self-selectedoptionalchoose-your-own
Examples
- 自选，。Zhè jiā cāntīng yǒu zì xuǎn tàocān, nǐ kěyǐ zìjǐ xuǎn cài.This restaurant has a build-your-own combo; you can choose the dishes yourself.
- 自选。Tǐcāo yùndòngyuán yào wánchéng yí tào zì xuǎn dòngzuò.The gymnast must complete a set of optional routines.
- 自选。Chāoshì de zì xuǎn shāngpǐn qū hěn shòu huānyíng.The self-service section of the supermarket is very popular.
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