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略 (lüè) vs 简 (jiǎn) — use 略 when implying a rough or approximate summary, while 简 suggests a simpler or more straightforward version.
Be cautious in using 略 in formal contexts, as it can imply something is incomplete or lacking detail. Common collocations include 略语 (summary), 略图 (outline), and 略去 (omit). Remember to distinguish it from the character 叠 (die), which means to stack or pile up, as they sound somewhat similar.
Although 略 is not explicitly listed in HSK levels, it connects well with Level 3 vocabulary related to planning and summarization. Focus on using it in contexts where you summarize information or outline strategies, as this will reinforce its meaning and usage.
Learners often confuse 略 with 略微 (lüèwēi), which means slightly. For example, saying '这本书略微有趣' (This book is略 interesting) should be corrected to '这本书略有趣' (This book is slightly interesting) to maintain proper usage.
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Etymology of 略
Phonosemantic compound. 田 represents the meaning and 各 represents the sound. Simplified form of 畧.
farm
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How to say plan in Chinese
“plan” in Chinese is略
The character 略 (lüè) primarily refers to a summary or outline, often used in the context of plans or strategies. It conveys the idea of something being rough or approximate, as well as the act of omitting details. It can also mean to rob or plunder, but this usage is less common in everyday conversation.
When to use 略
Be cautious in using 略 in formal contexts, as it can imply something is incomplete or lacking detail. Common collocations include 略语 (summary), 略图 (outline), and 略去 (omit). Remember to distinguish it from the character 叠 (die), which means to stack or pile up, as they sound somewhat similar.
略 or something close to it
略 (lüè) vs 简 (jiǎn) — use 略 when implying a rough or approximate summary, while 简 suggests a simpler or more straightforward version.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 略 with 略微 (lüèwēi), which means slightly. For example, saying '这本书略微有趣' (This book is略 interesting) should be corrected to '这本书略有趣' (This book is slightly interesting) to maintain proper usage.
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Grammar Patterns of 略
略 functions as an adverb — it modifies a verb, adjective, or another adverb. In Chinese, adverbs sit BEFORE the verb they modify (我也去, 他常常迟到), never after it. It carries 11 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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Usage Notes for 略
Be careful not to confuse the two pronunciations of 略, as they convey different meanings.
略微
slightly
略夺
to rob
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slightly
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You can say '这份报告的略是...' (The summary of this report is...) to introduce a brief overview.
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