引入 yǐnrù to draw into
to draw into; to pull into; to introduce
How to remember 引入: 引 pull + 入 enter = to draw into.
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How it is used
- To introduce / bring in from outside: 引入人才 (yǐnrù réncái) to bring in talent, 引入新技术 (to introduce new technology).
- Also 'to lead/draw into' a topic or concept in exposition: 引入概念 (introduce a concept).
- Compare 引进 (yǐnjìn, esp. importing tech/investment); overlapping but 引入 is broader/more abstract.