Meanings of 驱逐
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AI Study Notes for 驱逐
驱赶 (qūgǎn) - use 驱逐 when the removal is more authoritative or formal, whereas 驱赶 implies driving away, often with less formality.
Be careful not to confuse 驱逐 with similar terms like 赶走 (gǎnzǒu), which means to chase away and is less formal. This term is more suitable for formal contexts, such as legal or governmental discussions. Remember that 驱逐 is often used with a direct object, such as 驱逐出境 (qūzhú chūjìng) meaning 'deport'.
As an HSK Level 6 word, 驱逐 connects with other words related to legal actions and authority. Students should focus on its formal usage and related phrases, such as 驱逐令 (qūzhú lìng), meaning 'expulsion order'.
Learners often mistakenly use 驱逐 in informal settings, where lighter terms like 赶走 are more appropriate. For example, saying '我把他驱逐了' (Wǒ bǎ tā qūzhú le) might sound overly formal when talking about a friend leaving a gathering.
Pronunciation of 驱逐
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Component Characters
How to say to expel in Chinese
“to expel” in Chinese is驱逐
The verb 驱逐 (qūzhú) means to expel or deport someone, often used in contexts such as removing individuals from a location or country. It carries a sense of force or authority in the action and can be applied to both people and animals, emphasizing a lack of consent in the departure.
When to use 驱逐
Be careful not to confuse 驱逐 with similar terms like 赶走 (gǎnzǒu), which means to chase away and is less formal. This term is more suitable for formal contexts, such as legal or governmental discussions. Remember that 驱逐 is often used with a direct object, such as 驱逐出境 (qūzhú chūjìng) meaning 'deport'.
驱逐 or something close to it
驱赶 (qūgǎn) - use 驱逐 when the removal is more authoritative or formal, whereas 驱赶 implies driving away, often with less formality.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mistakenly use 驱逐 in informal settings, where lighter terms like 赶走 are more appropriate. For example, saying '我把他驱逐了' (Wǒ bǎ tā qūzhú le) might sound overly formal when talking about a friend leaving a gathering.
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Grammar Patterns of 驱逐
驱逐 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 3 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
内政部通常会迅速地将不受欢迎人士____出境。
The Home Office is usually quick to deport undesirables.
Example Sentences for 驱逐 (3)
Frequently Asked Questions about 驱逐
While it can be used in everyday conversation, it is more appropriate in formal contexts, such as legal discussions or news reports.
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