着眼于

• Pinyin: zhuó yǎn yú
• Hanzi breakdown: 着 = 羊 + 目 (focus); 眼 = 目 + 艮 (eye); 于 = preposition (on)

Meaning

To focus on; with a view to; from the perspective of. A prepositional phrase indicating strategic focus.

A fixed expression combining 着眼 with 于 to create a prepositional phrase. Used to specify what perspective or goal guides decisions and actions. Very common in policy documents and formal analysis.

Examples

1. 公司战略着眼于国际市场。 The company’s strategy is aimed at international markets.
2. 这项改革着眼于提高效率。 This reform is aimed at improving efficiency.
3. 我们着眼于长期合作关系。 We’re focusing on a long-term partnership.

Usage Guide

Context: policy, business, strategy

Tone: professional

Do Say

• 着眼于可持续发展，我们调整了生产工艺。(With a view to sustainable development, we adjusted our production process.)
• 这次会议着眼于解决当前面临的挑战。(This meeting focuses on addressing the current challenges.)

Don't Say

• 我着眼于吃饭 — too formal and awkward; use 想 or 打算 for personal plans

Origin & History

着眼 (to focus) + 于 (on, at)

Cultural Context

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal