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假借
jiǎjiè
Description
“假借”是一个比较正式的词，意思是利用某种名义或理由来达到目的，常常带有不好的意思。
"假借" is a relatively formal word meaning to use some name or reason to achieve a goal, often with a negative connotation.
我们也常用“不假借”来表示对什么都不客气、不宽容。
We also often use "不假借" to express being straightforward and uncompromising about something.
Meanings
假借jiǎjiè
to make use of something as a pretext
他假借开会的名义出去玩。
He went out to play under the pretext of attending a meeting.
不假借bù jiǎjiè
to show no leniency; not tolerate
他对错误从不假借。
He never uses excuses for mistakes.
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Notes
- Etymology
假 (borrow/false) + 借 (borrow), literally 'to borrow'; now mostly means using a pretext.
- Nuance
often negative, implying deception; more formal than everyday 利用.
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