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转折

zhuǎn zhé
HSK 2.0 Level 6 HSK 3.0 Level 7 Verb Uncommon

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Definitions

  1. 1. shift in the trend of events
  2. 2. turnaround
  3. 3. plot shift in a book
  4. 4. turn in the conversation

Usage notes

Collocations

Often used in 转折点 (turning point) or 历史转折 (historical turning point). Rarely used alone as a predicate without a subject indicating an event or trend.

Common mistakes

转折 is not used as a verb for physical turning (e.g., turning a car). Use 转弯 or 转向 for physical turns.

Example Sentences

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故事的 转折 让所有人都很惊讶。
The twist in the story surprised everyone.

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