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亏待 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
亏待kuīdàito treat sb unfairlyHSK 7, v, 12 strokes, rank #23937, Very Hard
kuīdài(kui1dai4) T1
  1. 1to treat sb unfairly
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March 24, 2026

亏待(虧待)kuīdài(kui1dai4)

亏待 (kuī dài) means to treat someone unfairly or to deprive someone of their due rights or benefits. It is often used in contexts involving relationships, employment, or social interactions where one party feels wronged or neglected.

Strokes12Frequency#23937DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

In Chinese culture, notions of fairness and loyalty in relationships—whether personal or professional—are highly valued. 亏待 reflects the weight of these principles; being treated unfairly can lead to significant social repercussions.

Memory Tip

Imagine a 'key' (sounds like '亏') that is supposed to open the door to fairness, but instead it 'dents' (sounds like '待') the door, symbolizing an unfair treatment. Visualize the key failing to unlock a room of equal treatment, reminding you that '亏待' means to treat someone poorly.

Meanings of 亏待

kuīdài(kui1dai4)
1to treat sb unfairly
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About 亏待

亏待Simplified
虧待Traditional
12Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#23937Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7HSKKL3CEFRC1

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AI Study Notes for 亏待

Quick Contrast

亏待 (kuīdài) vs 虐待 (nüèdài) — use 亏待 for unfair treatment related to neglect or deprivation, while 虐待 implies abusive treatment.

Usage Notes

Common mistakes include confusing 亏待 with 亏损 (kuī sǔn), which means loss or deficit. '亏待' is more formal and should be used in serious discussions rather than casual conversations. Pay attention to the context where feelings of injustice are expressed.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK 6 word, 亏待 connects with other terms related to fairness and justice. Students should focus on its usage in formal discussions and texts, especially those addressing social issues or workplace dynamics.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 亏待 with other similar terms. For instance, using it in a context where slight neglect is mentioned may be incorrect; 亏待 implies a stronger sense of injustice. Instead, use '忽视' (hū shì) for neglect.

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Component Characters

亏kuīdeficiency
HSK 53 strokes二
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待dāito stay
HSK 49 strokes彳
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How to say to treat sb unfairly in Chinese

“to treat sb unfairly” in Chinese is亏待kuīdài

亏待 (kuī dài) means to treat someone unfairly or to deprive someone of their due rights or benefits. It is often used in contexts involving relationships, employment, or social interactions where one party feels wronged or neglected.

When to use 亏待

Common mistakes include confusing 亏待 with 亏损 (kuī sǔn), which means loss or deficit. '亏待' is more formal and should be used in serious discussions rather than casual conversations. Pay attention to the context where feelings of injustice are expressed.

亏待 or something close to it

亏待 (kuīdài) vs 虐待 (nüèdài) — use 亏待 for unfair treatment related to neglect or deprivation, while 虐待 implies abusive treatment.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 亏待 with other similar terms. For instance, using it in a context where slight neglect is mentioned may be incorrect; 亏待 implies a stronger sense of injustice. Instead, use '忽视' (hū shì) for neglect.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 亏待

It's better suited for more formal or serious discussions, as it conveys a significant sense of unfairness.

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