English–Chinese
“adapt” in Chinese
Chinese
Pronunciation
Pinyingǎi biān
Example
这部小说被改编成了电影。zhè bù xiǎo shuō bèi gǎi biān chéng le diàn yǐng
This novel was adapted into a movie.
How to say “adapt” in Chinese
“Adapt” in Chinese is 改编 (gǎi biān).
A familiar work is reshaped so that its story or form works in a new medium or presentation.
Example sentences with 改编
导演把这部小说改编成了舞台剧。dáo yǎn bǎ zhè bù xiǎo shuō gǎi biān chéng le wǔ tái jù
The director adapted this novel into a stage play.
Tips for using 改编
- A work can fit this word even when its characters, events, or ending change substantially, so the term marks a new version rather than strict copying.