残留
cán liú
Definitions
- 1. to remain; to be left over
- 2. residual; remnant
- 3. residue
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Word relationships
Usage notes
Collocations
残留 is often used with 物质 (substance), 物 (object), 农药 (pesticide) to describe harmful or undesirable leftovers.
Common mistakes
Do not confuse 残留 (cán liú, to remain) with 参与 (cān yù, to participate); their pronunciations and meanings differ.
Example Sentences
1 shown蔬菜上 残留 的农药需要仔细清洗。
Pesticide residues on vegetables need to be washed off carefully.
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