误会

wù huì

HSK 2.0 Level 4 HSK 3.0 Level 4 Verb Common

Definitions

1. to misunderstand
2. to mistake
3. misunderstanding

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Word relationships

Antonyms

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理解

lǐ jiě

to comprehend; to understand

Understanding vs. misunderstanding.

Usage notes

Common mistakes

Do not use 误会 for a simple factual mistake; it implies a misunderstanding between people or intentions. Use 搞错 for an error.

Grammar

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HSK 2.0 Level 5+ HSK 3.0 Level 5+ 7 min

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Example Sentences

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他误会了，不肯罢休。

He was misunderstood and wouldn't let it go.

他们俩因为误会陷入了冷战。

The two of them fell into a cold war because of a misunderstanding.

对不起，我误会你了。

I'm sorry, I misunderstood you.

我们应该多沟通，减少误会。

We should communicate more to reduce misunderstandings.

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Child Words of 误会

会

kuài

to balance an account

mistake

can

误会