手段

• 拼音: shǒu duàn
• 汉字拆解: 手 = pictograph of a hand; 段 = 殳 (weapon) + 殳 (action), meaning a section or method

含义

Means; method; measure; tactic. Often implies a calculated or strategic approach.

Refers to methods or measures used to achieve a goal. Can be neutral or carry negative connotations depending on context. When used negatively, it suggests cunning or unscrupulous methods. Also used in phrases like 手段高明 (skilled tactics) or 不择手段 (unscrupulous).

例句

1. 为了达到目的，他用尽了各种手段。
2. 现代科技手段让农业生产效率大大提高。
3. 她处理人际关系的手段很高明，总能化解矛盾。

用法指南

语境: business, politics, social

语气: strategic

正确说法

• 这只是一种营销手段。(This is just a marketing tactic.)
• 他手段高明，很快就解决了问题。(He's skilled at handling things and solved the problem quickly.)

错误说法

• 他的手段是跑步 — for hobbies or activities, use 方式 or 方法; 手段 implies purposeful tactics toward a goal

起源与历史

Compound of 手 (hand) + 段 (section/means), referring to methods handled by one's hands, extended to mean tactics or approaches.

文化背景

世代: All ages

社会背景: Universal