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走 (zǒu, to go) - use 离开 when emphasizing separation from a place or situation, while 走 focuses on the act of going without the same connotation of departure.
Learners often confuse 离开 with other verbs like 去 (qù, to go) or 走 (zǒu, to walk). While 离开 emphasizes the act of leaving, 去 and 走 can imply movement towards a destination. It's informal, so in more formal contexts, one might use 离职 (lí zhí) for leaving a job.
As an HSK Level 3 word, 离开 connects with other travel-related vocabulary like 走 (to walk) and 到 (to arrive). Focus on its usage in sentences and practice with phrases like 离开家 (to leave home) to enhance comprehension.
Learners often mistakenly use 离开 in contexts requiring more specific verbs. For example, saying '离开学校' (leave school) is correct, but saying '离开我家' (leave my house) might be confusing without context. Instead, clarify that 离开 is best for significant departures.
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How to say to depart in Chinese
“to depart” in Chinese is离开
离开 (li2 kai1) means 'to leave' or 'to depart' from a place or situation. It is commonly used in both physical contexts, such as leaving a location, and metaphorical ones, like leaving a job or relationship. The term conveys a sense of separation or moving away from something.
When to use 离开
Learners often confuse 离开 with other verbs like 去 (qù, to go) or 走 (zǒu, to walk). While 离开 emphasizes the act of leaving, 去 and 走 can imply movement towards a destination. It's informal, so in more formal contexts, one might use 离职 (lí zhí) for leaving a job.
离开 or something close to it
走 (zǒu, to go) - use 离开 when emphasizing separation from a place or situation, while 走 focuses on the act of going without the same connotation of departure.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mistakenly use 离开 in contexts requiring more specific verbs. For example, saying '离开学校' (leave school) is correct, but saying '离开我家' (leave my house) might be confusing without context. Instead, clarify that 离开 is best for significant departures.
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Grammar Patterns of 离开
离开 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 2 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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他不喜欢这个工作，于是____了这家公司。
He didn't like this job, so he left the company.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 离开
No, 离开 can also refer to leaving a job, relationship, or situation, making it versatile in usage.
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