It refers to something that has been rescheduled to a later time than originally planned.
Word in 30 Seconds
- Describes an event moved to a later time.
- Used as an adjective before a noun.
- Commonly used for meetings, flights, or plans.
Overview
- 1概述：推迟的（delayed/postponed）源自动词“推迟”，意为将某事延后。在日常生活中，我们经常会遇到因各种原因（如天气、突发状况）而不得不改变原定计划的情况，此时“推迟的”就是最准确的描述词。
Examples
这是推迟的会议。
everydayThis is the postponed meeting.
我们对推迟的行程表示歉意。
formalWe apologize for the delayed schedule.
那场推迟的电影我们没看成。
informalWe didn't get to see that delayed movie.
研究项目因资金问题成为推迟的项目。
academicThe research project became a delayed project due to funding issues.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
会议推迟了
The meeting has been postponed.
推迟的时间
the postponed time
Often Confused With
Refers to a deadline being extended. Often used for payments or submission dates.
Refers to a lag in progress or development, not necessarily a specific scheduled event.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
The term is neutral and can be used in both professional and casual contexts. It acts as a modifier for nouns. Ensure the context clearly indicates that the event is still taking place later.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse it with 'cancelled'. Remember that '推迟的' implies the event will still occur. Avoid using it for things that have been abandoned.
Tips
Focus on the time change
Remember that '推迟的' always implies a shift in the timeline. Use it whenever a schedule is pushed back.
Avoid confusing with cancellation
Do not use this word if the event is cancelled completely. '推迟的' means it will still happen, just later.
Politeness in scheduling
In Chinese culture, when announcing a '推迟的' event, it is polite to include a brief reason to show respect to the participants.
Word Origin
Derived from the verb '推迟' (to push back/postpone). The character '推' means push, and '迟' means late.
Cultural Context
In Chinese business culture, being punctual is highly valued. Therefore, labeling an event as '推迟的' often requires a formal explanation to maintain professional credibility.
Memory Tip
Think of the word 'push' (推) and 'late' (迟). It is a 'pushed-to-late' event.
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions当你需要描述一个原定计划被挪到后面执行时使用。例如，当会议时间从上午改到下午，你就可以说这是一个推迟的会议。
“推迟的”通常是主动或计划性的调整，而“延误的”往往暗示由于某种意外或障碍导致了时间的滞后。
它主要作定语，放在名词前面。例如：由于大雨，我们不得不面对推迟的行程。
它既可用于正式场合（如商务会议），也可用于非正式场合（如约会），适用范围非常广泛。
Test Yourself
由于天气原因，原定于今天的飞行变成了___航班。
因为天气原因导致时间变晚，所以是推迟的。
Score: /1
Summary
It refers to something that has been rescheduled to a later time than originally planned.
- Describes an event moved to a later time.
- Used as an adjective before a noun.
- Commonly used for meetings, flights, or plans.
Focus on the time change
Remember that '推迟的' always implies a shift in the timeline. Use it whenever a schedule is pushed back.
Avoid confusing with cancellation
Do not use this word if the event is cancelled completely. '推迟的' means it will still happen, just later.
Politeness in scheduling
In Chinese culture, when announcing a '推迟的' event, it is polite to include a brief reason to show respect to the participants.
Examples
4 of 4这是推迟的会议。
This is the postponed meeting.
我们对推迟的行程表示歉意。
We apologize for the delayed schedule.
那场推迟的电影我们没看成。
We didn't get to see that delayed movie.
研究项目因资金问题成为推迟的项目。
The research project became a delayed project due to funding issues.
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A2accurately, precisely
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A2Afterwards; at a later or subsequent time.
赞同
A2To approve of, to endorse; to agree with or support.
