Definitions

(verb) to plan; to draft
(verb) to imitate; to emulate
(verb) to compare; to assess
(prefix) pseudo-

Etymology

Phonosemantic compound. represents the meaning and represents the sound. Simplified form of .

Semantic: Phonetic:

About

The character "拟" derives from the traditional form "擬", which structurally integrates the hand radical with the component "疑" to convey actions based on comparison or uncertain resemblance, initially centered on imitation and planning. Over time, its semantic scope widened from literal physical mimicry to encompass abstract processes like drafting documents, formulating intentions, and creating models or simulations. The simplified form "拟" retains this functional range by replacing the complex right-hand element with "以", primarily a phonetic component, while continuing to denote preparatory or representational activities, reflecting a gradual shift in application from concrete analogy to conceptual design.

Example Sentences Hide

我们定了新计划。

Wǒmen nìdìng le xīn jìhuà.

We have drafted a new plan.

他们正在模实验过程。

Tāmen zhèngzài mónǐ shíyàn guòchéng.

They are simulating the experimental process.

订一份详细方案。

Qǐng nǐdìng yī fèn xiángxì fāng'àn.

Please draw up a detailed proposal.

这个模型态了昆虫外形。

Zhège móxíng nǐtài le kūnchóng wàixíng.

This model mimics the appearance of an insect.

该法律草案于下月提交。

Gāi fǎlǜ cǎo'àn nǐ yú xià yuè tíjiāo.

This draft law is scheduled to be submitted next month.

公司投资新建一座工厂。

Gōngsī nǐ tóuzī xīn jiàn yī zuò gōngchǎng.

The company plans to invest in building a new factory.

他提交的论文解决一个理论难题。

Tā tíjiāo de lùnwén nǐ jiějué yī gè lǐlùn nántí.

The thesis he submitted aims to solve a theoretical problem.

现实技术造出逼真的感官体验。

Xūnǐ xiànshí jìshù nǐzào chū bīzhēn de gǎnguān tǐyàn.

Virtual reality technology creates realistic sensory experiences.