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抚养费 (fǔyǎngfèi) vs 赡养费 (shènyǎngfèi) — use 抚养费 for child support specifically, while 赡养费 refers to financial support for elderly parents.
抚养费 is most commonly used in legal or family context discussions, and it is essential to use it in formal conversations. Learners should be cautious with the tones, as mispronouncing 费 (fourth tone) can change the meaning entirely. Common collocations include '支付抚养费' (to pay child support) and '增加抚养费' (to increase child support).
While not specifically listed in HSK vocabulary, understanding 抚养费 can help learners comprehend family law discussions in Chinese. Students should focus on the characters separately, especially the radical 抚, which relates to nurturing, and familiarize themselves with related legal vocabulary.
Learners often confuse 抚养费 (child support) with 赡养费 (alimony) for spouses, leading to incorrect usage. For example, saying '我需要支付赡养费' when discussing child support is incorrect; the correct term is 抚养费.
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How to say child support payment (after a divorce) in Chinese
“child support payment (after a divorce)” in Chinese is抚养费
抚养费 (fǔyǎngfèi) refers to the financial support provided for a child's upbringing, typically required after a divorce or separation. It is a legal obligation meant to ensure that the child's basic needs, such as food, clothing, and education, are met by the non-custodial parent.
When to use 抚养费
抚养费 is most commonly used in legal or family context discussions, and it is essential to use it in formal conversations. Learners should be cautious with the tones, as mispronouncing 费 (fourth tone) can change the meaning entirely. Common collocations include '支付抚养费' (to pay child support) and '增加抚养费' (to increase child support).
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抚养费 (fǔyǎngfèi) vs 赡养费 (shènyǎngfèi) — use 抚养费 for child support specifically, while 赡养费 refers to financial support for elderly parents.
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Learners often confuse 抚养费 (child support) with 赡养费 (alimony) for spouses, leading to incorrect usage. For example, saying '我需要支付赡养费' when discussing child support is incorrect; the correct term is 抚养费.
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Cultural Notes for 抚养费
In many Western cultures, child support is also a legal requirement, but the processes and societal attitudes towards the non-custodial parent's responsibilities may vary significantly compared to China.
Frequently asked questions about 抚养费
抚养费 is typically determined based on the income of the non-custodial parent and the needs of the child, often following guidelines set by local laws.
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