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损坏 (sǔnhuài) vs 破坏 (pòhuài): use 损坏 when referring to damage that implies deterioration, while 破坏 emphasizes destruction or ruining something completely.
Learners often confuse 损坏 with similar terms like 破坏 (pò huài), which means to destroy, indicating a stronger sense of ruin. It's typically used in more formal contexts, such as legal or technical discussions. Watch for tone errors, especially mixing up the third tone (sǔn) with the second tone.
As an HSK Level 6 word, 损坏 connects with other vocabulary about damage and repair, such as 修理 (xiū lǐ - to repair) and 破损 (pò sǔn - to be damaged). Focus on using it in sentences that describe incidents of damage to reinforce understanding.
Learners often misuse 损坏 in contexts where minor damage is implied, saying something like '这本书损坏了' (This book is damaged), which can sound overly severe if the damage is just a small tear. Instead, a more appropriate term might be 有点破 (yǒu diǎn pò - a bit worn).
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How to say to damage in Chinese
“to damage” in Chinese is损坏
The term 损坏 (sǔn huài) refers to causing damage or injury to an object or a person. It is commonly used in contexts related to physical damage, such as breaking an item or causing harm to someone. The nuance often implies a sense of irreversible harm or deterioration.
When to use 损坏
Learners often confuse 损坏 with similar terms like 破坏 (pò huài), which means to destroy, indicating a stronger sense of ruin. It's typically used in more formal contexts, such as legal or technical discussions. Watch for tone errors, especially mixing up the third tone (sǔn) with the second tone.
损坏 or something close to it
损坏 (sǔnhuài) vs 破坏 (pòhuài): use 损坏 when referring to damage that implies deterioration, while 破坏 emphasizes destruction or ruining something completely.
What learners get wrong
Learners often misuse 损坏 in contexts where minor damage is implied, saying something like '这本书损坏了' (This book is damaged), which can sound overly severe if the damage is just a small tear. Instead, a more appropriate term might be 有点破 (yǒu diǎn pò - a bit worn).
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Grammar patterns of 损坏
损坏 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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No, 损坏 primarily refers to physical damage. For emotional harm, you would use 伤害 (shāng hài).
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