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挑剔
tiāoti
Description
如果一个人很挑剔，就是说他对什么都不满意，总是能找到问题。
If a person is very 挑剔, it means they are never satisfied and always find problems.
这个词常常用来说人对吃的、穿的或工作要求太高。
This word is often used to describe someone who has very high demands for food, clothing, or work.
Meanings
挑剔tiāoti
to be picky; to find fault; overly critical
他吃东西很挑剔。
He is very picky about food.
挑剔tiāoti
fussy; hard to please (as a quality)
她是个很挑剔的人。
She is a very picky person.
Related words
Notes
- Nuance
often carries a mildly negative tone, suggesting someone is too demanding.
- Etymology
挑 (to pick out) + 剔 (to pick clean), together meaning to nitpick.
In videos
“没有太多可以挑剔的”
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