施压

shī yā

HSK 3.0 Level 7 Verb Uncommon

Definitions

1. to pressure

Word relationships

Antonyms

1 item

• 减压 jiǎn yā 减压 jiǎn yā to reduce pressure to reduce pressure: to reduce pressure

Related words

2 items

• 加压 jiā yā 加压 jiā yā to pressurize to apply pressure: to pressurize
• 迫使 pò shǐ 迫使 pò shǐ to force to compel: to force

Usage notes

Common mistakes

Learners may confuse 施压 with 施加压力; 施压 is the abbreviated form and often used in spoken language, while 施加压力 is more formal and complete.

Formality

施压 is neutral and commonly used in both formal and informal contexts.

Example Sentences

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他们对我 施压 ，让我尽快做出决定。

They pressured me to make a decision as soon as possible.

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Child Words of 施压

• 压 压 yā: to press
• 施 施 shī: (bound form) to put into effect (regulations etc)