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不得
bùdé
Description
“不得”是比较正式的说法，意思是“不可以”或“不能”。
"不得" is a more formal way to say "not allowed" or "cannot".
我们常常在规定或者通知里看到这个词。
We often see this word in rules or notices.
Meanings
不得bùdé
must not; may not; be not allowed to
这里不得吸烟。
No smoking here.
不得bùdé
cannot; unable to (after a verb)
这个东西吃不得。
This thing is not edible.
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Notes
- Nuance
不得 is formal, common in rules and notices; spoken speech usually prefers 不能 or 不可以.
- Etymology
不 (not) + 得 (can/be able), literally 'cannot be permitted'.
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