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回避 (huíbì) vs 躲避 (duǒbì) — use 回避 when emphasizing avoidance of a situation or responsibility, while 躲避 focuses more on physically evading or hiding from something.
回避 is often used in both formal and informal contexts, but it's especially common in discussions about legal or ethical issues. Be careful not to confuse it with 逃避 (táo bì), which means to escape rather than avoid. A common collocation is '回避责任' (huí bì zé rèn), meaning to evade responsibility.
As an HSK 6 word, 回避 connects with other advanced vocabulary related to decision-making and interpersonal relations. Students should focus on using it in complex sentences and understanding its nuances in different contexts.
Learners often confuse 回避 with 回头 (huí tóu), which means to turn back. For example, saying '他回避了问题' (He turned back the question) instead of '他回避了问题' (He avoided the question) is incorrect.
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回避 (huí bì) means to avoid or evade something, such as a person, issue, or responsibility. It is commonly used in contexts where one seeks to sidestep uncomfortable situations or discussions, reflecting a desire to not confront something directly.
When to use 回避
回避 is often used in both formal and informal contexts, but it's especially common in discussions about legal or ethical issues. Be careful not to confuse it with 逃避 (táo bì), which means to escape rather than avoid. A common collocation is '回避责任' (huí bì zé rèn), meaning to evade responsibility.
回避 or something close to it
回避 (huíbì) vs 躲避 (duǒbì) — use 回避 when emphasizing avoidance of a situation or responsibility, while 躲避 focuses more on physically evading or hiding from something.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 回避 with 回头 (huí tóu), which means to turn back. For example, saying '他回避了问题' (He turned back the question) instead of '他回避了问题' (He avoided the question) is incorrect.
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Grammar Patterns of 回避
回避 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 7 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.
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你最好____一下。
It probably would be a good idea if you made yourself scarce.
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回避 (huí bì) means to avoid or evade an issue, while 逃避 (táo bì) refers to escaping from a situation or responsibility.
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