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抛弃 (pāoqì) vs 抛开 (pāokāi): use 抛弃 when emphasizing the act of abandoning something permanently, while 抛开 suggests a more temporary or emotional letting go.
抛开 is often used in informal contexts, so it may not be suitable for formal writing. Common collocations include 抛开烦恼 (let go of worries) and 抛开过去 (leave the past behind). Be careful with the tones, as mispronouncing either word can change the meaning.
While 抛开 is not a specific HSK vocabulary word, it connects to HSK Level 3 through themes of emotions and personal growth. Focus on understanding its usage in phrases to enhance your vocabulary for discussing feelings and decisions.
Learners often confuse 抛开 with 甩掉 (shuǎi diào), which also means to get rid of but carries a more casual, even dismissive tone. For example, saying '我想甩掉我的烦恼' (I want to throw away my worries) may sound too informal in serious discussions.
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How to say to throw out in Chinese
“to throw out” in Chinese is抛开
抛开 (pāo kāi) means to throw away or get rid of something, often used in contexts where one is discarding physical items or letting go of emotional burdens. It can imply a conscious decision to move on from something that is no longer useful or beneficial.
When to use 抛开
抛开 is often used in informal contexts, so it may not be suitable for formal writing. Common collocations include 抛开烦恼 (let go of worries) and 抛开过去 (leave the past behind). Be careful with the tones, as mispronouncing either word can change the meaning.
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抛弃 (pāoqì) vs 抛开 (pāokāi): use 抛弃 when emphasizing the act of abandoning something permanently, while 抛开 suggests a more temporary or emotional letting go.
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Learners often confuse 抛开 with 甩掉 (shuǎi diào), which also means to get rid of but carries a more casual, even dismissive tone. For example, saying '我想甩掉我的烦恼' (I want to throw away my worries) may sound too informal in serious discussions.
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Yes, 抛开 can refer to both discarding physical items and letting go of emotional burdens.
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