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强加

qiáng jiā
HSK 3.0 Level 7 Verb Uncommon

Definitions

  1. 1. to impose
  2. 2. to force upon

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Word relationships

Related words

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强逼
qiǎng bī

to compel

强逼 emphasizes coercing someone to do something, often used in interpersonal contexts.

Synonyms

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施加
shī jiā

to exert (effort or pressure)

When meaning to impose or exert influence/pressure, 施加 is more neutral, while 强加 often implies unjustly forcing something upon someone.
强迫
qiǎng pò

to compel

Both mean to force, but 强迫 can be physical or psychological, while 强加 focuses on imposing ideas/views.

Usage notes

Common mistakes

强加 is often used in the structure 把...强加于..., meaning 'to impose something on someone'. Avoid using it with a simple direct object without a recipient.

Example Sentences

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不要把你的想法 强加 于人。
Don't impose your ideas on others.

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Child Words of 强加

加
jiā

to add

强
jiàng

stubborn

强
qiáng

strong

强
qiǎng

to force