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失去 (shī qù): to lose, to be lost

Meaning & Stroke Order

HSK 4verb

Word info

Pinyin
Meaning
to lose, to be lost
Characters
2
Part of speech
verb
HSK level
HSK 4

Full definitions

Meanings grouped by pronunciation.

  • to lose
  • to lose (something previously possessed, such as an object, ability, opportunity, or relationship)

Chinese explanation

  • 不再拥有原来有的人或事物
  • 因为某种原因没有了,比如失去工作、失去朋友、失去信心
  • 也可以指亲人去世,如失去父亲。

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HSK 1

to go

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Example sentences

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He lost this important opportunity because of carelessness.

,。

After many failures, she almost lost confidence.

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Because of the war, they lost their home.

,。

If you don't work hard, you will lose your competitive edge.

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