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截
jié
Description
"截"这个字常常用来表示把东西切断，或者拦住、停下来。
The character "截" is often used to indicate cutting something off, or stopping or blocking it.
我们说"截止"的时候，是指到某个时间就结束了。
When we say "截止", it means ending at a certain time.
Meanings
截jié
to cut off; to sever a piece
他把绳子截成两段。
He cut the rope into two pieces.
截jié
to stop; to block; to intercept
警察在路口截住了那辆车。
The police stopped the car at the intersection.
截jié
by a deadline; up to a time point
报名截止到下周五。
Registration ends next Friday.
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Notes
- Etymology
originally means to cut with a blade; extended to blocking and stopping.
- Nuance
截 emphasizes cutting apart or halting, unlike 切 which is general cutting.
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