了结

liǎo jié

HSK 3.0 Level 7 Verb Common

Definitions

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to complete; to accomplish

to complete a task, whereas 了结 emphasizes resolution or settlement

to solve; to resolve; to settle (a problem)

to resolve a problem, while 了结 often implies finality

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termination

when referring to bringing something to an end

Often used with abstract nouns like 事情, 案子, or 恩怨, indicating a final settlement.

Do not confuse with 了解 (liǎo jiě, to understand); the tones differ.

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这件事终于了结了。

This matter is finally settled.

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(completed action marker)

(of eyes) bright

(of a plant) to produce (fruit or seeds)

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