批判

pī pàn

HSK 2.0 Level 6 HSK 3.0 Level 7 Verb Uncommon

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Definitions

1. to criticize
2. critique

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Word relationships

Antonyms

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• 夸奖 kuā jiǎng 夸奖 kuā jiǎng to praise 夸奖 means to praise, which is the opposite of 批判 (to criticize).: to praise

Related words

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• 评论 píng lùn 评论 píng lùn to comment on 评论 means to comment or review, while 批判 means to criticize or critique, often with a negative connotation.: to comment on

Synonyms

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• 批评 pī píng 批评 pī píng to criticize Both mean to criticize, but 批判 implies more systematic, thorough criticism, often used in ideological or literary critique.: to criticize
• 指责 zhǐ zé 指责 zhǐ zé to criticize 指责 means to blame or reprimand, often with a personal focus; 批判 is more analytical.: to criticize

Usage notes

Common mistakes

Learners often use 批判 for casual criticism, but it's usually reserved for serious, analytical critique; use 批评 for everyday feedback.

Formality

批判 is more formal and intense than 批评, often appearing in political or academic contexts.

Example Sentences

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我们应该 批判 错误的思想。

We should criticize erroneous ideas.

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Child Words of 批判

• 判 判 pàn: to judge
• 批 批 pī: to ascertain