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警惕
jǐngtì
Description
“警惕”的意思是小心、注意可能有危险的事，让自己不要出问题。
"警惕" means to be careful and watch out for possible dangers to avoid trouble.
我们对陌生人要多一点警惕。
We should be more警惕 toward strangers.
Meanings
警惕jǐngtì
to be on guard; stay alert to danger
过马路时要警惕来往的车。
Be alert for oncoming traffic when crossing the street.
警惕jǐngtì
vigilance; alertness
他一直保持着高度的警惕。
He has remained highly vigilant.
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Notes
- Etymology
警 (to warn/alert) + 惕 (to be wary/cautious), combining into a sense of watchful caution.
- Nuance
stronger and more formal than 小心; implies guarding against real danger or threat.
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