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阻碍 (zǔ'ài) - use 妨碍 when referring to hindrance in a broader or more general context, while 阻碍 is often used for physical or direct obstruction.
When using 妨碍, ensure it aligns with the context of obstruction rather than mere inconvenience. Common collocations include 妨碍工作 (hinder work) and 妨碍他人 (hinder others). Be careful with tone pitfalls; using the wrong tone can change the meaning significantly.
At HSK Level 5, 妨碍 connects with other verbs of action and obstruction, like 阻止 (zǔzhǐ, to stop) and 影响 (yǐngxiǎng, to influence). Focus on using it in sentence structures that involve cause and effect to strengthen understanding.
Learners often confuse 妨碍 with other similar verbs like 阻止, leading to phrases like 妨碍停止 (hinder stopping), which is incorrect. Instead, use 妨碍 + a noun or action for clarity, such as 妨碍进步 (hinder progress).
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How to say to hinder in Chinese
“to hinder” in Chinese is妨碍
妨碍 (fáng'ài) means to hinder or obstruct someone or something from achieving a goal or carrying out an action. It is commonly used in contexts where an action or process is being impeded, such as in discussions about regulations, personal relationships, or project management.
When to use 妨碍
When using 妨碍, ensure it aligns with the context of obstruction rather than mere inconvenience. Common collocations include 妨碍工作 (hinder work) and 妨碍他人 (hinder others). Be careful with tone pitfalls; using the wrong tone can change the meaning significantly.
妨碍 or something close to it
阻碍 (zǔ'ài) - use 妨碍 when referring to hindrance in a broader or more general context, while 阻碍 is often used for physical or direct obstruction.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 妨碍 with other similar verbs like 阻止, leading to phrases like 妨碍停止 (hinder stopping), which is incorrect. Instead, use 妨碍 + a noun or action for clarity, such as 妨碍进步 (hinder progress).
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Grammar patterns of 妨碍
妨碍 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 2 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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他被控谋划____司法公正。
He was charged with conspiring to pervert the course of justice.
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Synonyms include 阻碍 (zǔ'ài) and 影响 (yǐngxiǎng), though they may carry slightly different nuances.
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