不便
bù biàn
Definitions
- 1. inconvenient
- 2. inappropriate
- 3. unsuitable
- 4. short of cash
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Word relationships
Usage notes
Common mistakes
不便 as 'short of cash' is only used in the set phrase 手头不便 and cannot be used alone to mean 'broke'.
Formality
不便 can be a polite way to express inconvenience, often used in formal or written contexts.
Example Sentences
1 shown这里交通 不便 ，很难打车。
The transportation here is inconvenient; it's hard to get a taxi.
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