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义务 (noun)

A moral or legal obligation; a responsibility that someone is required to fulfill. Often contrasted with 'rights'.

💬 Example

"服兵役是每个男公民的义务。"

💡 Memory Tip

Think of '义' (Yi) as 'Your' and '务' (Wu) as 'Work'. Your Work = Your Duty = 义务.

🏛️ Origin

🔗 Synonyms
责任 职责 使命
⚠️ Common Mistakes

Using 做 (zuò) instead of 尽 (jìn) or 履行 (lǚ xíng) with 义务.

Confusing 义务 (mandatory duty) with 责任 (liability/blame).

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