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追逐 (zhuīzhú) — use 追赶 when the focus is on catching up or overtaking, while 追逐 emphasizes the act of chasing itself.
Common mistakes include confusing 追赶 with similar verbs like 跑 (pǎo, to run) or 追 (zhui, to pursue without the catching aspect). This phrase is more dynamic and implies the act of catching up, often used in both formal and informal contexts. Be mindful of using the correct tone to avoid misunderstandings.
While 追赶 is not an HSK vocabulary word, it connects well with HSK Level 3 words like 跑 (pǎo, to run) and 赶 (gǎn, to rush). Students should focus on the action and urgency conveyed by the phrase, especially in conversation about transportation or competitive contexts.
Learners often misuse 追赶 in contexts where a simple 追 would suffice, such as saying 追赶一个人 (pursue a person) instead of just 追一个人. Always consider the context to determine if the nuance of catching up is necessary.
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How to say to pursue in Chinese
“to pursue” in Chinese is追赶
The term 追赶 (zhui1 gan3) means to pursue or chase after something or someone. It often implies a sense of urgency or speed in catching up or overtaking, and can be used in both literal contexts, like running after a bus, and metaphorical contexts, such as trying to catch up with trends or developments.
When to use 追赶
Common mistakes include confusing 追赶 with similar verbs like 跑 (pǎo, to run) or 追 (zhui, to pursue without the catching aspect). This phrase is more dynamic and implies the act of catching up, often used in both formal and informal contexts. Be mindful of using the correct tone to avoid misunderstandings.
追赶 or something close to it
追逐 (zhuīzhú) — use 追赶 when the focus is on catching up or overtaking, while 追逐 emphasizes the act of chasing itself.
What learners get wrong
Learners often misuse 追赶 in contexts where a simple 追 would suffice, such as saying 追赶一个人 (pursue a person) instead of just 追一个人. Always consider the context to determine if the nuance of catching up is necessary.
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No, 追赶 can also refer to metaphorical pursuits, such as trying to catch up with knowledge or trends.
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