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March 24, 2026
推卸()tuīxiè(tui1xie4)
推卸 (tui1 xie4) refers to the act of avoiding responsibility or shifting blame onto someone else. It is commonly used in contexts where individuals do not want to take accountability for their actions, often seen in workplaces or personal relationships.
Frequency#20617DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of collective responsibility is strong, making the act of 推卸 particularly frowned upon. It reflects a societal value of accountability within groups, contrasting with individualistic blame-shifting seen in some Western cultures.
Memory Tip
Imagine a person named 'Tui' who always 'shifts' their responsibilities onto others. Visualize Tui pushing a heavy load away from themselves, saying, 'It's not my fault!' This helps connect the sound 'tui' with the action of avoiding responsibility.
Meanings of 推卸
tuīxiè(tui1xie4)
1to avoid (esp. responsibility)
2to shift (the blame)
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About 推卸
推卸Simplified
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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AI Study Notes for 推卸
Quick Contrast
推脱 (tuītuō) - use 推卸 when emphasizing the act of shirking responsibility, while 推脱 focuses more on evasion or excuse-making.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a person named 'Tui' who always 'shifts' their responsibilities onto others. Visualize Tui pushing a heavy load away from themselves, saying, 'It's not my fault!' This helps connect the sound 'tui' with the action of avoiding responsibility.
Usage Notes
Learners should be cautious not to use 推卸 in overly formal settings, as it can sound accusatory. Common collocations include 推卸责任 (tui1 xie4 ze2 ren4) meaning 'to shirk responsibility.' Also, ensure the tones are pronounced correctly, as mispronunciation can change the meaning.
HSK Study Tips
Although 推卸 is not found in HSK vocabulary lists, it is relevant for learners at HSK 5 or higher, where discussing responsibilities and accountability is common. Focus on understanding its usage in context, especially in conversations about work or blame.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of collective responsibility is strong, making the act of 推卸 particularly frowned upon. It reflects a societal value of accountability within groups, contrasting with individualistic blame-shifting seen in some Western cultures.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 推卸 with similar verbs like 负责 (fu4 ze2, to take responsibility). For example, saying '我推卸负责' (I push off responsibility) is incorrect; it should be '我不负责' (I do not take responsibility).
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Cultural Notes for 推卸
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In Chinese culture, the concept of collective responsibility is strong, making the act of 推卸 particularly frowned upon. It reflects a societal value of accountability within groups, contrasting with individualistic blame-shifting seen in some Western cultures.
Frequently Asked Questions about 推卸
No, 推卸 generally has a negative connotation, implying irresponsibility.
推卸责任 (tui1 xie4 ze2 ren4), meaning 'to shirk responsibility', is a frequently used phrase.
It's usually avoided in formal writing as it can sound accusatory; it's more common in spoken language.
