Meanings of 不惜
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不怕 (bùpà) — use 不惜 when emphasizing a willingness to sacrifice, while 不怕 focuses on a lack of fear.
Be careful to use 不惜 in contexts where a significant effort or cost is implied, as it conveys a strong emotional commitment. It is often used in formal or literary language, so it may not be suitable for casual conversations. Common collocations include 不惜代价 (not spare any cost) and 不惜时间 (not hesitate to spend time).
As an HSK 6 word, 不惜 connects well with other advanced vocabulary that expresses determination or effort. Students should focus on understanding its nuances and how it can be used in both written and spoken Chinese, especially in persuasive or formal contexts.
Learners often confuse 不惜 with other similar phrases like 不怕, which means 'not afraid,' but doesn't carry the same sense of sacrifice. For example, saying '我不怕时间' (I am not afraid of time) instead of '我不惜时间' (I do not hesitate to spend time) misses the nuance of commitment.
Pronunciation of 不惜
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How to say not stint in Chinese
“not stint” in Chinese is不惜
不惜 means to not spare or hesitate when taking action, often implying a willingness to sacrifice something in order to achieve a goal. It is commonly used in contexts where someone is making a significant effort or investment, indicating that they will not hold back despite potential costs or risks.
When to use 不惜
Be careful to use 不惜 in contexts where a significant effort or cost is implied, as it conveys a strong emotional commitment. It is often used in formal or literary language, so it may not be suitable for casual conversations. Common collocations include 不惜代价 (not spare any cost) and 不惜时间 (not hesitate to spend time).
不惜 or something close to it
不怕 (bùpà) — use 不惜 when emphasizing a willingness to sacrifice, while 不怕 focuses on a lack of fear.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 不惜 with other similar phrases like 不怕, which means 'not afraid,' but doesn't carry the same sense of sacrifice. For example, saying '我不怕时间' (I am not afraid of time) instead of '我不惜时间' (I do not hesitate to spend time) misses the nuance of commitment.
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Grammar Patterns of 不惜
不惜 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.
Complete the Sentence
至于这场战争，黑格认为要____任何代价取得胜利。
As regards the war, Haig believed in victory at any price.
Example Sentences for 不惜 (4)
Frequently Asked Questions about 不惜
While it can be used in everyday conversation, it's more common in formal or written contexts due to its strong connotation.
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