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AI Study Notes for 退让
让步 (ràngbù) vs 退让 (tuìràng): Use 退让 when emphasizing yielding or stepping back, while 让步 focuses more on making a concession in negotiations.
Be mindful that 退让 is more commonly used in formal contexts, such as discussions or negotiations, rather than casual conversations. Common collocations include 退让一步 (tui4 rang4 yi1 bu4 - take a step back) or 在某种情况下退让 (zai4 mou3 zhong3 qing2 kuang4 xia4 tui4 rang4 - to concede in a certain situation).
Although not part of the official HSK vocabulary, 退让 can be related to HSK 4 and above words that deal with communication and conflict resolution. Students should focus on the nuances of yielding in conversations and practice using it in situational dialogues.
Learners often confuse 退让 with 让步 (rang4 bu4), which also means to concede but implies a more active compromise. For instance, saying '我退让一步' (I concede a step) should be avoided; instead, use '我让步' (I make a concession).
Pronunciation of 退让
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How to say to move aside in Chinese
“to move aside” in Chinese is退让
退让 (tui4 rang4) means to yield or concede, often in a situation where one party steps back or makes way for another. It can imply a sense of politeness, humility, or strategic retreat in conflicts or negotiations.
When to use 退让
Be mindful that 退让 is more commonly used in formal contexts, such as discussions or negotiations, rather than casual conversations. Common collocations include 退让一步 (tui4 rang4 yi1 bu4 - take a step back) or 在某种情况下退让 (zai4 mou3 zhong3 qing2 kuang4 xia4 tui4 rang4 - to concede in a certain situation).
退让 or something close to it
让步 (ràngbù) vs 退让 (tuìràng): Use 退让 when emphasizing yielding or stepping back, while 让步 focuses more on making a concession in negotiations.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 退让 with 让步 (rang4 bu4), which also means to concede but implies a more active compromise. For instance, saying '我退让一步' (I concede a step) should be avoided; instead, use '我让步' (I make a concession).
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Cultural Notes for 退让
In Western cultures, yielding or backing down might be viewed as a sign of weakness, while in Chinese culture, it's often seen as a wise and respectful choice.
Frequently Asked Questions about 退让
You can say, '在讨论中，我决定退让，以便让对方表达意见' (In the discussion, I decided to concede to let the other party express their opinion).
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