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间歇 (jiànxiē) — use 间断 for interruptions in a sequence, while 间歇 emphasizes periodic occurrences.
This term is often used in both formal and informal contexts, particularly in discussions about schedules or activities. Common collocations include '间断服务' (interrupted service) and '间断学习' (interrupted study). Be mindful of the tone; using the wrong intonation can alter the meaning.
While not part of the HSK vocabulary, understanding 间断 can enrich your comprehension of advanced topics, particularly in business or academic contexts. Focus on how it pairs with other terms related to interruption or breaks.
Learners often confuse 间断 with 断开 (duànkāi), which means to disconnect. For example, saying '这条线间断' (This line is interrupted) is incorrect; it should be '这条线断开' for disconnection.
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How to say disconnected in Chinese
“disconnected” in Chinese is间断
间断 (jiànduàn) refers to something that is interrupted or occurs intermittently. It can describe events, processes, or actions that are not continuous, often suggesting breaks or pauses in a sequence.
When to use 间断
This term is often used in both formal and informal contexts, particularly in discussions about schedules or activities. Common collocations include '间断服务' (interrupted service) and '间断学习' (interrupted study). Be mindful of the tone; using the wrong intonation can alter the meaning.
间断 or something close to it
间歇 (jiànxiē) — use 间断 for interruptions in a sequence, while 间歇 emphasizes periodic occurrences.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 间断 with 断开 (duànkāi), which means to disconnect. For example, saying '这条线间断' (This line is interrupted) is incorrect; it should be '这条线断开' for disconnection.
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You can say '我们的会议间断了' (Our meeting was interrupted) to indicate a break.
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