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放弃 (fàngqì) — use 半途而废 when emphasizing the idea of giving up midway, rather than completely abandoning something from the start.
Typically used in informal settings, this idiom can also be used in formal contexts to critique someone's work ethic. Be cautious with tone; ensure it conveys disapproval without being overly harsh. Common collocations include '不能' (cannot) and '绝对' (absolutely), as in '不能半途而废' (cannot give up halfway).
As an HSK 6 level idiom, 半途而废 connects with other similar phrases that express determination and completion, like 坚持 (jiānchí, to persist) and 完成 (wánchéng, to complete). Students should focus on using it in context to enhance their conversational skills.
Learners often confuse 半途而废 with other idioms like 半途而行 (bàn tú ér xíng, to go halfway), which has a different meaning. Ensure you use 半途而废 specifically when discussing giving up on tasks.
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How to say to give up halfway (idiom); leave sth unfinished in Chinese
“to give up halfway (idiom); leave sth unfinished” in Chinese is半途而废
半途而废 (bàn tú ér fèi) is an idiom that means to give up halfway through a task or endeavor, leaving it unfinished. It is commonly used to describe a lack of perseverance or commitment in pursuing goals, emphasizing the importance of seeing things through to completion.
When to use 半途而废
Typically used in informal settings, this idiom can also be used in formal contexts to critique someone's work ethic. Be cautious with tone; ensure it conveys disapproval without being overly harsh. Common collocations include '不能' (cannot) and '绝对' (absolutely), as in '不能半途而废' (cannot give up halfway).
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放弃 (fàngqì) — use 半途而废 when emphasizing the idea of giving up midway, rather than completely abandoning something from the start.
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Learners often confuse 半途而废 with other idioms like 半途而行 (bàn tú ér xíng, to go halfway), which has a different meaning. Ensure you use 半途而废 specifically when discussing giving up on tasks.
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