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March 24, 2026
移动(移動)yídòng(yi2dong4)
移动 (yí dòng) means 'to move' or 'movement' and can refer to physical relocation, such as moving objects, or more abstract concepts like migration. It's commonly used in contexts involving technology, such as mobile devices, and in discussions of population movements.
Frequency#2050DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In modern Chinese society, the concept of 移动 is closely linked to technology, especially with the rise of mobile internet and portable devices, reflecting trends in urbanization and lifestyle changes.
Memory Tip
Think of 移 as a person carrying a big 'Y' (移) on their back, moving from one place to another, and 动 as an energetic wave (动) showing movement. Together, they illustrate the concept of moving or migration.
Meanings of 移动
yídòng(yi2dong4)
1to move
2movement
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About 移动
移动Simplified
移動Traditional
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名动词dòngcíverb-noun (v.-n.)Part of Speech
#2050Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L5IntermediateTOCFLL4HSKKL2CEFRB1
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Quick Contrast
移动 (yídòng) vs 迁移 (qiānyí) — use 移动 for general movement, while 迁移 is more specific to migration or relocation of people.
Memory Mnemonic
Think of 移 as a person carrying a big 'Y' (移) on their back, moving from one place to another, and 动 as an energetic wave (动) showing movement. Together, they illustrate the concept of moving or migration.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 移动 with 静止 (jìng zhǐ), which means 'to remain still.' The word can be used in both formal and informal contexts, particularly in technology and transportation discussions. Common collocations include '移动设备' (mobile device) and '移动位置' (move location).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 5 word, 移动 connects to other movement-related vocabulary like 走 (zǒu, to walk) and 迁移 (qiān yí, to migrate). Focus on the context of usage in sentences to fully grasp its application in different scenarios.
Cultural Note
In modern Chinese society, the concept of 移动 is closely linked to technology, especially with the rise of mobile internet and portable devices, reflecting trends in urbanization and lifestyle changes.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 移动 with 运动 (yùn dòng, to exercise), leading to sentences like '我去运动我的家具' (I go exercise my furniture) instead of '我去移动我的家具' (I go move my furniture). Make sure to use 移动 for moving objects and 运动 for physical activities.
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Grammar Patterns of 移动
移动 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 5 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Exercise 1 of 4
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你可以上下左右____摄像机。
You can move the camera both vertically and horizontally.
Example Sentences for 移动 (10)
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1
你可以上下左右移动摄像机。
nǐ kě yǐ shàng xià zuǒ yòu yí dòng shè xiàng jī。
You can move the camera both vertically and horizontally.
2
摄像机沿着那排选手移动拍摄。
shè xiàng jī yán zháo nà pái xuǎn shǒu yí dòng pāi shè。
The camera panned along the line of players.
3
这孩子看着那明亮的移动的影像，被迷住了。
zhè hái zǐ kàn zháo nà míng liàng de yí dòng de yǐng xiàng， ， bèi mí zhù。
The child watched, enthralled by the bright moving images.
4
尽管他身形庞大，移动起来还是很灵巧。
jìn guǎn tā shēn xíng páng dà， ， yí dòng qǐ lái huán shì hěn líng。
Please move the desk a few inches to get better light.
Cultural Notes for 移动
🏮Cultural insight
In modern Chinese society, the concept of 移动 is closely linked to technology, especially with the rise of mobile internet and portable devices, reflecting trends in urbanization and lifestyle changes.
Frequently Asked Questions about 移动
Yes, 移动 can be metaphorically used to describe emotional movement, such as being moved by a story.
No, it can also refer to abstract concepts like changes in location or shifts in society.
You say '移动电话' (yí dòng diàn huà) or simply '手机' (shǒu jī).
