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March 24, 2026
逃避táobì(tao2bi4)
逃避 (táobì) means to escape or evade, often used in contexts where someone is avoiding responsibilities, challenges, or difficult situations. It carries a nuance of shirking or not confronting an issue directly, which can imply a lack of courage or responsibility.
Strokes25Frequency#2844DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, there's often a strong emphasis on facing challenges and responsibilities, so using 逃避 in conversation can indicate a deeper issue with personal accountability, reflecting societal values around diligence and perseverance.
Memory Tip
Imagine a person trying to escape a looming shadow representing their responsibilities. The character 逃 (táo) looks like a person running away, and 避 (bì) has elements that can remind you of a barrier they're trying to avoid. Together, they illustrate the act of running from something rather than facing it.
Meanings of 逃避
táobì(tao2bi4)
1to escape
2to evade
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About 逃避
逃避Simplified
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#2844Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L5HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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逃跑 (táopǎo) - pick 逃避 (táobì) when emphasizing avoidance of responsibilities rather than just fleeing from a situation.
Usage Notes
Be cautious with the tone when using 逃避, as it can convey a negative connotation of avoidance. It's commonly used in discussions about personal issues, work, or emotional challenges. Avoid mixing it with more neutral terms like 躲避 (duǒbì), which simply means to hide.
HSK Study Tips
As a level 5 HSK word, 逃避 connects with other verbs of action and emotion. Focus on using it in sentences about personal experiences or hypothetical situations to strengthen your understanding and usage.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 逃避 with 躲避 (duǒbì). For example, saying '我想躲避这个问题' (Wǒ xiǎng duǒbì zhège wèntí) implies hiding, while using 逃避 would emphasize avoiding responsibility. Correct usage would be '我想逃避这个问题' (Wǒ xiǎng táobì zhège wèntí).
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逃避 (táobì) means to escape or evade, often used in contexts where someone is avoiding responsibilities, challenges, or difficult situations. It carries a nuance of shirking or not confronting an issue directly, which can imply a lack of courage or responsibility.
When to use 逃避
Be cautious with the tone when using 逃避, as it can convey a negative connotation of avoidance. It's commonly used in discussions about personal issues, work, or emotional challenges. Avoid mixing it with more neutral terms like 躲避 (duǒbì), which simply means to hide.
逃避 or something close to it
逃跑 (táopǎo) - pick 逃避 (táobì) when emphasizing avoidance of responsibilities rather than just fleeing from a situation.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 逃避 with 躲避 (duǒbì). For example, saying '我想躲避这个问题' (Wǒ xiǎng duǒbì zhège wèntí) implies hiding, while using 逃避 would emphasize avoiding responsibility. Correct usage would be '我想逃避这个问题' (Wǒ xiǎng táobì zhège wèntí).
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Grammar Patterns of 逃避
逃避 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 4 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.
Exercise 1 of 4
Complete the Sentence
他炫耀自己通过装病来____服兵役。
He boasts of dodging military service by feigning illness.
