No. 1,644 in Chinese
自动
"Automatic; self-initiated."
In a sentence
这个机器可以自动运行。
This machine can operate automatically.
The word '自动' describes the machine's capability to operate without manual intervention.
他总是自动承担额外的责任。
He always takes on extra responsibilities voluntarily.
Here, '自动' implies a self-initiating action without external prompting.
自动取款机为我提供了方便的服务。
The ATM provided me with convenient service.
In this sentence, '自动' characterizes the ATM's function of working independently to assist users.
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