看管

kān guǎn

HSK 3.0 Level 7 Verb Uncommon

Definitions

1. to look after

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Word relationships

Related words

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监视

jiān shì

to monitor

To monitor or keep under surveillance, often with a sense of scrutiny.

管理

guǎn lǐ

to supervise

To manage or administer, broader than just looking after.

Synonyms

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照顾

zhào gu

to take care of

When taking care of people, especially the sick or elderly.

看守

kān shǒu

to guard

When guarding or watching over things like prisoners or property.

Usage notes

Collocations

Commonly used with 孩子, 犯人, 行李, 财产 to mean watch over or keep an eye on with a duty to protect.

Common mistakes

看管 often implies guarding or supervising with responsibility, not just casual looking. Don't use it for simply watching something enjoyable.

Example Sentences

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请帮我看管一下行李。

Please watch my luggage for a moment.

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Child Words of 看管

to look after

to see

to take care (of)

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