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隔离 (gélí) - use 隔开 when referring to a separation that is intentional or physical, while 隔离 often implies a more strict or enforced isolation.
Be careful to use 隔开 in contexts where separation is intentional, as it may be confused with words that imply accidental separation. It is more formal than casual terms for separation. Common collocations include 隔开两部分 (separate into two parts) or 隔开空间 (separate space).
This word is not part of the HSK curriculum but is useful for learners at an intermediate level. Connect it with other words related to space and division, like 分开 (to divide) or 隔离 (to isolate), to deepen understanding of separation in different contexts.
Learners often confuse 隔开 with 分开; while both mean to separate, 隔开 typically conveys a more formal sense of separation. For instance, saying '我将书籍隔开' (I will separate the books) is correct, but using it in a casual context like friends parting ways could be awkward.
Pronunciation of 隔开
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How to say to separate in Chinese
“to separate” in Chinese is隔开
隔开 means 'to separate' or 'to isolate.' It is commonly used in contexts where physical or metaphorical separation occurs, such as in discussions about space, privacy, or differences between groups. This term often implies a deliberate act of division.
When to use 隔开
Be careful to use 隔开 in contexts where separation is intentional, as it may be confused with words that imply accidental separation. It is more formal than casual terms for separation. Common collocations include 隔开两部分 (separate into two parts) or 隔开空间 (separate space).
隔开 or something close to it
隔离 (gélí) - use 隔开 when referring to a separation that is intentional or physical, while 隔离 often implies a more strict or enforced isolation.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 隔开 with 分开; while both mean to separate, 隔开 typically conveys a more formal sense of separation. For instance, saying '我将书籍隔开' (I will separate the books) is correct, but using it in a casual context like friends parting ways could be awkward.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 隔开
Yes, while it primarily refers to physical separation, it can also describe emotional or relational distance.
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