鞭策

biān cè

HSK 2.0 Level 6 HSK 3.0 Level 7 Verb Rare

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Definitions

1. to spur on
2. to urge on
3. to encourage sb (e.g. to make progress)

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Word relationships

Antonyms

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• 放纵 fàng zòng 放纵 fàng zòng to indulge Antonym meaning to indulge or let loose.: to indulge

Usage notes

Common mistakes

Learners often confuse 鞭策 with 鞭打, but 鞭策 is metaphorical for urging, not physical whipping.

Child Words of 鞭策

• 策 策 cè: policy
• 鞭 鞭 biān: whip or lash