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承受
chéngshòu
Description
“承受”是指接受或忍受一些困难的事情，比如很大的压力、很重的东西或者痛苦。
"承受" means to accept or endure some difficult things, such as great pressure, heavy objects, or pain.
当事情太难的时候，我们会说“承受不了”。
When things are too hard, we say "承受不了" (cannot endure).
Meanings
承受chéngshòu
to bear, to endure (pressure, hardship)
他一个人承受了太多的压力。
He bears too much pressure alone.
承受chéngshòu
to withstand, to support (weight, force)
这座桥可以承受很重的卡车。
This bridge can support very heavy trucks.
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Notes
- Etymology
承 (to bear/receive) + 受 (to receive/accept), both meaning taking on something.
- Nuance
承受 stresses enduring pressure/weight; 承担 stresses taking on responsibility or duty.
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