预赛

yù sài

HSK 2.0 Level 6 HSK 3.0 Level 7 Verb Rare

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Definitions

1. preliminary competition

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Word relationships

Related words

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• 半决赛 bàn jué sài 半决赛 bàn jué sài semifinals 比赛阶段的顺序关系: semifinals

Usage notes

Collocations

Often paired with 参加 (cānjiā) or 通过 (tōngguò), e.g., 参加预赛 or 通过预赛.

Common mistakes

Don't confuse with 预算 (yùsuàn, budget) due to similar pronunciation and first character.

Example Sentences

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他顺利通过了游泳 预赛 。

He successfully passed the swimming preliminary.

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Child Words of 预赛

• 赛 赛 sài: to compete
• 预 预 yù: to advance