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作
作
zuò
v. do, make; write, compose
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In this post, we discuss these two Chinese verbs: 做 and 作. They both have the meaning “to do (something)”. What are their differences then?
Generally speaking, 做 indicates a concrete action, while 作 indicates a more abstract action.
1-做 is followed by specific, concrete notions (usually in the form of a noun), e.g. 做饭、做菜、做作业、做鞋子、做一件事情...
2-作, on the other hand, is followed by something that is more abstract, something that lacks the nature of a concrete action. (usually in the form of a verb/noun). E.g. 作贡献，作报告，作决策 (when the context allows, 贡献, 报告 and 决策 can be used as a noun or a verb )
＊With the explanation of number 1 and 2 above, we won’t find it difficult to understand the examples listed below in 3 and 4:
3- In some words and fixed terms (such as idioms), only 作 can be used: e.g.工作、作战、作古、作罢、敢作敢当、胡作非为、自作多情、作奸犯科，etc.
4- In some other words (which are usually used in informal contexts), only 做 can be used. E.g.做梦、做买卖、做手脚
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What other words can I use instead of 作 (zuò)?
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1. 做 (zuò): This is the most common alternative to 作, and it has the same pronunciation and meaning.
2. 制作 (zhìzuò): This word is used to refer to the act of making something, usually with a focus on the process of creating it.
3. 创作 (chuàngzuò): This word is used to refer to the act of writing or composing something, usually with a focus on the creative process.
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Can 作 (zuò) be used to mean both 'do' and 'make'?
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Yes, 作 (zuò) can be used to mean both 'do' and 'make'. It is a versatile verb that can be used to describe a wide range of activities, from physical actions to creative activities. For example, it can be used to describe physical actions such as 作响 (make a sound). It can also be used to describe creative activities such as 作诗 (to compose poems).
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