To actively avoid or hide from something undesirable, either physically or metaphorically.
Word in 30 Seconds
- Actively avoid or hide from danger/trouble.
- Can be physical hiding or abstract avoidance.
- Used in various contexts like safety, social, responsibility.
Overview
躲避 (duǒbì) 是一个常用的中文动词，表示一种主动回避的行为。它强调的是为了避免接触、面对或经历某种不希望发生的事物而采取的行动。这种回避可以是物理上的，比如躲藏起来以避开追捕；也可以是抽象的，比如躲避责任、躲避谈话或躲避困难。
情感与心理：描述避免面对负面情绪或困难局面。例如：与其躲避现实，不如勇敢面对。
回避的含义更广泛，可以指避免接触、不涉及、不谈论，有时甚至带有一些策略性或礼貌性的意味。它不一定包含身体上的躲藏，更多是精神上的不接触或不参与。例如：回避问题、回避敏感话题。
避开是一个比较中性的词，表示绕开、不走某条路或不接触某物。它不一定有强烈的负面含义，可以是出于便利或习惯。例如：避开拥挤的街道、避开人群。
Examples
小孩子在玩捉迷藏时，会找地方躲避。
everydayChildren will find places to hide when playing hide-and-seek.
他尽量躲避与老板的眼神接触，因为他知道自己迟到了。
formalHe tried to avoid eye contact with his boss because he knew he was late.
别老躲避我，有什么话就直说！
informalStop avoiding me, just say what you have to say!
研究表明，长期躲避社交互动可能导致抑郁。
academicResearch indicates that long-term avoidance of social interaction may lead to depression.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
躲避球
dodgeball
躲避不及
unable to avoid
躲避现实
escape reality
Often Confused With
'躲避' often implies a more active, sometimes physical, act of dodging or hiding from something specific, especially danger or trouble. '回避' is broader, including mental or strategic avoidance of topics, issues, or contact, without necessarily involving hiding.
'躲避' focuses on the act of avoiding or dodging, which might include hiding but also simply moving away or evading. '躲藏' specifically emphasizes the act of hiding oneself to remain unseen.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
The verb '躲避' implies an active effort to stay away from something. It can range from physical actions like ducking to more abstract avoidance of responsibilities or conversations. The context usually clarifies whether the avoidance is for safety, social reasons, or to escape an obligation.
Common Mistakes
Learners might sometimes confuse '躲避' with '躲藏' (to hide). While hiding is a form of avoiding, '躲避' is a broader term for evasion. Also, ensure the object of '躲避' is something one would reasonably want to avoid.
Tips
Active Avoidance Strategy
Think of '躲避' as an active strategy to get away from something negative. It's not passive; you are doing something to avoid it.
Avoid Negative Consequences
While sometimes necessary for safety, excessive '躲避' can lead to neglecting responsibilities or unresolved problems.
Facing Challenges
Chinese culture often emphasizes facing difficulties head-on. While '躲避' is a valid word, the ideal is often to confront and overcome challenges.
Word Origin
The character '躲' (duǒ) means to hide or dodge, and '避' (bì) means to avoid or evade. Together, they strongly convey the meaning of actively getting away from something undesirable.
Cultural Context
In many cultures, including Chinese, directly confronting problems is often valued. While '躲避' is a necessary survival skill, persistent avoidance might be seen negatively as lacking courage or responsibility.
Memory Tip
Imagine 'ducking' (sounds like 'duǒ') to 'beat' (sounds like 'bì') an incoming object. You are actively avoiding it.
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions躲避通常指为了避开危险或麻烦而进行的身体上的藏匿或积极的闪躲，带有更强的逃避意味。回避的范围更广，可以指精神上的不接触、不谈论，不一定涉及身体躲藏，有时更显策略性。
躲避可以用在很多场合，比如在危险时躲避攻击，在社交中躲避不想见的人，或者在工作中躲避责任，甚至在心理上躲避困难。
通常情况下，躲避带有一定的贬义，因为它意味着逃避责任、危险或不愉快的事情，而不是积极面对。但在某些特定情况下，比如躲避危险以求生存，则可以理解为一种生存策略。
躲藏更侧重于身体上的隐藏，强调的是不被发现。而躲避则更强调主动避开或闪躲的动作，不一定需要完全隐藏，目的是为了不接触或不面对。
Test Yourself
为了不被老师发现，他赶紧 ______ 到了人群后面。
这里描述的是一种身体上的藏匿以避开某人，‘躲避’最符合语境。
面对这些棘手的问题，他总是选择 ______，而不是积极解决。
句子的后半部分‘而不是积极解决’表明这里需要一个表示逃避的词，‘躲避’最合适。
请用“躲避”和“视线”造句。
这个选项清晰地表达了‘躲避’的动作和对象，符合语法和逻辑。
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Summary
To actively avoid or hide from something undesirable, either physically or metaphorically.
- Actively avoid or hide from danger/trouble.
- Can be physical hiding or abstract avoidance.
- Used in various contexts like safety, social, responsibility.
Active Avoidance Strategy
Think of '躲避' as an active strategy to get away from something negative. It's not passive; you are doing something to avoid it.
Avoid Negative Consequences
While sometimes necessary for safety, excessive '躲避' can lead to neglecting responsibilities or unresolved problems.
Facing Challenges
Chinese culture often emphasizes facing difficulties head-on. While '躲避' is a valid word, the ideal is often to confront and overcome challenges.
Examples
4 of 4小孩子在玩捉迷藏时，会找地方躲避。
Children will find places to hide when playing hide-and-seek.
他尽量躲避与老板的眼神接触，因为他知道自己迟到了。
He tried to avoid eye contact with his boss because he knew he was late.
别老躲避我，有什么话就直说！
Stop avoiding me, just say what you have to say!
研究表明，长期躲避社交互动可能导致抑郁。
Research indicates that long-term avoidance of social interaction may lead to depression.
