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拒绝 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
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拒绝
jùjué
to refuse
HSK 4, v, 16 strokes, rank #1045, Medium
拒绝
jùjué
to decline
HSK 4, v, 16 strokes, rank #1045, Medium
拒绝
jùjué
to reject
HSK 4, v, 16 strokes, rank #1045, Medium
jùjué(ju4jue2)ju jue T4
1to refuse
2to decline
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March 24, 2026
拒绝(拒絕)jùjué(ju4jue2)
拒绝 (jùjué) means to refuse, decline, or reject something. This term is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, such as declining an invitation or rejecting an offer. The word conveys a clear sense of unwillingness to accept or agree to something.
Strokes16Frequency#1045DifficultyMedium
Cultural note
In Chinese culture, direct refusals can sometimes be seen as rude. It is often more acceptable to give a vague response or to avoid a direct 'no.' Understanding the subtleties of refusal can be important in maintaining harmony in social interactions.
Memory tip
Imagine a person at a door saying 'no' (拒) while their hand is firmly held up (绝). The '拒' character resembles a hand pushing away, and the '绝' can remind you of a decisive end. Together, they depict a strong refusal.
Meanings of 拒绝
jùjué(ju4jue2)
1to refuse
2to decline
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About 拒绝
拒绝Simplified
拒絕Traditional
16Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#1045Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L4HSK 3.0L4IntermediateHSKKL3CEFRB2
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拒绝 (jùjué) vs 反对 (fǎnduì) — use 拒绝 when indicating a refusal to accept something, while 反对 is used to express opposition to an idea or proposal.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 拒绝 with words like 同意 (tóngyì), which means 'to agree.' In formal situations, use 拒绝 to maintain politeness, and be mindful of the tone to avoid sounding too harsh. Common collocations include 拒绝请求 (jùjué qǐngqiú), meaning 'to refuse a request.'
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 4 word, 拒绝 connects with other verbs that express actions and feelings, like 同意 (agree) and 赞成 (approve). Students should focus on using it in context, especially in polite refusals or discussions.
Common Mistakes
Learners often use 拒绝 too forcefully in casual contexts. For example, saying '我拒绝你的建议' (I reject your suggestion) may sound too harsh. Instead, soften it by saying '我不太想采纳你的建议' (I don't really want to adopt your suggestion).
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拒绝 (jùjué) means to refuse, decline, or reject something. This term is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts, such as declining an invitation or rejecting an offer. The word conveys a clear sense of unwillingness to accept or agree to something.
When to use 拒绝
Be careful not to confuse 拒绝 with words like 同意 (tóngyì), which means 'to agree.' In formal situations, use 拒绝 to maintain politeness, and be mindful of the tone to avoid sounding too harsh. Common collocations include 拒绝请求 (jùjué qǐngqiú), meaning 'to refuse a request.'
拒绝 or something close to it
拒绝 (jùjué) vs 反对 (fǎnduì) — use 拒绝 when indicating a refusal to accept something, while 反对 is used to express opposition to an idea or proposal.
What learners get wrong
Learners often use 拒绝 too forcefully in casual contexts. For example, saying '我拒绝你的建议' (I reject your suggestion) may sound too harsh. Instead, soften it by saying '我不太想采纳你的建议' (I don't really want to adopt your suggestion).
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Grammar patterns of 拒绝
拒绝 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
