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消耗 (xiāohào) - use this entry for a focus on consumption in general, without the negative connotation of waste.
Learners often confuse 耗费 with similar terms like 消费 (xiāofèi) which means 'to consume' in a neutral sense. 耗费 carries a negative connotation, so use it in contexts where wastefulness is implied. Be cautious with tones, as mispronouncing the tones can lead to misunderstandings.
As an HSK Level 6 word, 耗费 connects with other advanced vocabulary related to economic discussions and environmental issues. Focus on understanding its nuances in various contexts, especially in debates about resource management.
Learners often incorrectly use 耗费 in contexts where 消费 would be more appropriate, like saying '我每个月耗费很多钱在食物上' instead of '我每个月消费很多钱在食物上'. Additionally, some may confuse it with '节约' (jiéyuē) which means 'to save'.
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How to say to waste in Chinese
“to waste” in Chinese is耗费
耗费 (hào fèi) means to waste or consume resources, such as time, money, or energy, often implying excessive or unnecessary expenditure. This term is commonly used in discussions about budgeting, efficiency, and sustainability, highlighting the idea of squandering valuable resources.
When to use 耗费
Learners often confuse 耗费 with similar terms like 消费 (xiāofèi) which means 'to consume' in a neutral sense. 耗费 carries a negative connotation, so use it in contexts where wastefulness is implied. Be cautious with tones, as mispronouncing the tones can lead to misunderstandings.
耗费 or something close to it
消耗 (xiāohào) - use this entry for a focus on consumption in general, without the negative connotation of waste.
What learners get wrong
Learners often incorrectly use 耗费 in contexts where 消费 would be more appropriate, like saying '我每个月耗费很多钱在食物上' instead of '我每个月消费很多钱在食物上'. Additionally, some may confuse it with '节约' (jiéyuē) which means 'to save'.
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Grammar Patterns of 耗费
耗费 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.
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并不是他们把全球的资源____殆尽的。
It isn't them who use up the world's resources.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 耗费
Yes, 耗费 specifically implies wastefulness, unlike 消费 which can be neutral.
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