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不可

bùkě

Description

“不可”的意思是不能、不可以。

"不可" means cannot or not allowed.

它常常用在书面语里,比说“不行”更正式一点。

It is often used in written language and is a bit more formal than saying "不行".

Meanings

不可bùkě

cannot; must not; may not

这件事不可告诉别人。

This matter must not be told to others.

非…不可fēi…bùkě

must; have to (fixed pattern)

你今天非来不可。

You have to come today.

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Notes

  • Nuance

    不可 is more formal and written than 不行 or 不能.

  • Pattern

    非…不可 emphasizes strong necessity, meaning "absolutely must."

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