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告诫
gàojiè
Description
“告诫”的意思是认真地提醒别人，让他小心，不要做坏事或危险的事。
"告诫" means to seriously warn someone to be careful and not do bad or dangerous things.
这个词比较正式，常常是长辈或老师对晚辈说的话。
This word is quite formal and is often said by elders or teachers to younger people.
Meanings
告诫gàojiè
to warn or admonish someone seriously
妈妈告诫我不要跟陌生人走。
Mom warned me not to go with strangers.
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Notes
- Etymology
告 (tell) + 诫 (admonish, warn); a formal compound.
- Nuance
more formal and earnest than 提醒; often from elder to younger.
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