谢绝

xiè jué

HSK 2.0 Level 6 HSK 3.0 Level 7 Verb Rare

Definitions

1. to refuse politely

Word relationships

Antonyms

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• 接受 jiē shòu 接受 jiē shòu to accept 谢绝 means to refuse politely; 接受 means to accept.: to accept

Register variants

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• 敬谢不敏 jìng xiè bù mǐn 敬谢不敏 jìng xiè bù mǐn please excuse me for not complying 敬谢不敏 is a very formal, self-deprecating expression to politely decline.: please excuse me for not complying

Related words

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• 婉拒 wǎn jù 婉拒 wǎn jù to tactfully decline 婉拒 means to refuse tactfully or gently, similar in tone.: to tactfully decline

Synonyms

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• 拒绝 jù jué 拒绝 jù jué to refuse; to decline; to reject 谢绝 is more polite and formal; used in written or official refusals.: to refuse; to decline; to reject

Usage notes

Common mistakes

谢绝 must be followed by a noun or clause (e.g., 谢绝参观 'No visitors allowed'). Do not use it with a direct personal object like *我谢绝他.

Formality

谢绝 is formal and typically used in written contexts, such as notices or formal invitations. Avoid in casual conversation.

Example Sentences

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门上贴着“ 谢绝 推销”的牌子。

There is a sign on the door saying 'No soliciting'.

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Words Containing 谢绝

• 谢绝参观 谢绝参观 xiè jué cān guān: closed to visitors

Child Words of 谢绝

• 绝 绝 jué: to cut short
• 谢 谢 xiè: to thank