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挑战
tiǎozhàn
Description
挑战的意思是做一件很难的事，或者跟别人比一比谁更厉害。
The meaning of 挑战 is to do something very difficult or to compete with others to see who is better.
我们常说“接受挑战”，也可以说一件事“很有挑战”。
We often say 'accept a 挑战' and can also say something is 'very challenging'.
Meanings
挑战tiǎozhàn
a challenge; something difficult to do
这个工作对我来说是个大挑战。
This job is a big challenge for me.
挑战tiǎozhàn
to challenge; to compete against
他想挑战一下新的运动。
He wants to try a new sport.
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Notes
- Etymology
挑 (to provoke/stir up) + 战 (battle/fight), literally 'to provoke a fight'.
- Nuance
works as both noun and verb; often paired with 接受 (accept) or 面对 (face).
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