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突破 (verb)

A sudden, dramatic, and important discovery or development. It involves overcoming a significant obstacle or limitation.

💬 Example

"科学家在癌症研究方面取得了重大突破。"

💡 Memory Tip

Think of a 'TUtu' (ballerina) 'POpping' through a paper wall. The 'TU' is the sudden movement, and the 'PO' is the sound...

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⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 突破 for breaking a glass. → 使用 '打破' (dǎpò) 或 '弄碎' (nòngsuì)。

Saying '突破技术' for 'breakthrough technology'. → 使用 '突破性的技术' (tūpòxìng de jìshù)。

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