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威慑 (wēi shè): to deter

Meaning & Stroke Order

HSK 7verb

Word info

Pinyin
Meaning
to deter
Characters
2
Part of speech
verb
HSK level
HSK 7

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Meanings grouped by pronunciation.

  • to deter

Chinese explanation

  • 用强大的力量或气势使对方感到害怕,从而不敢做某事。通常指国家、军队或权威一方通过展示实力,让对方因畏惧而放弃行动。

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Character breakdown

HSK 5

power; might; prestige

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Example sentences

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This country deployed missiles at the border to deter any potential invaders.

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The court sentenced him severely, not only to punish him but also to deter others from committing crimes.

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The company strengthened its cybersecurity measures to deter hackers attempting to steal trade secrets.

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Mom gave Xiaoming a stern look, and this silent deterrence made him immediately stop making noise.

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