Shuāidǎo describes the act of losing balance and falling down.
Word in 30 Seconds
- To lose balance and fall down.
- Common verb for accidental falls.
- Use cautiously in slippery conditions.
Overview
“摔倒”是一个非常常用的中文动词，用来描述人或物失去平衡而倒在地上的动作。这个词涵盖了从轻微的失去平衡到严重的跌落等多种情况。在日常生活中，人们经常会用到这个词来描述自己或他人的经历，或者用来警告别人注意安全。
“摔倒”通常用作不及物动词，后面可以直接跟宾语，表示摔倒的对象（如“摔倒了小孩”），但更常见的是单独使用，或者后面跟表示结果的词语，如“摔倒在地”、“摔倒受伤”。它也可以跟表示原因的词语，如“因为路滑摔倒了”、“不小心摔倒了”。
这个词在日常生活中非常普遍。例如，在描述天气不好时（“下雨天路滑，小心别摔倒”），在谈论运动时（“他跑得太快，不小心摔倒了”），或者在描述意外时（“老人不小心摔倒，需要立刻送医”）。在育儿语境中，家长也会经常告诫孩子：“不要跑，小心摔倒。”
与“跌倒”相比，“摔倒”更侧重于由于失去平衡而倒下的动作，有时带有一定的冲击感或意外感。而“跌倒”的范围更广，可以指从高处落下（如“跌落悬崖”），也可以指失去平衡倒下，但相对“摔倒”来说，可能更书面化或更中性一些。例如，形容从楼梯上滚下来，用“摔下来”或“跌下来”都可以，但“摔倒”更常用于描述在平面上失去平衡的情况。
Examples
过马路时一定要看红绿灯，小心摔倒。
everydayWhen crossing the road, you must watch the traffic lights and be careful not to fall.
由于地面积水，多名行人不慎摔倒。
formalDue to the accumulated water on the ground, several pedestrians accidentally fell.
哎呀，我刚才差点摔倒！
informalOh no, I almost fell just now!
研究表明，老年人摔倒后发生骨折的风险显著增加。
academicResearch indicates that the risk of fractures significantly increases after falls in the elderly.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
小心摔倒
Be careful not to fall
摔倒在地
fall to the ground
摔倒了
fell down
Often Confused With
While both mean 'to fall', '摔倒' (shuāidǎo) often implies a loss of balance causing an accidental fall, sometimes with a bit more impact. '跌倒' (diēdǎo) can be broader, including falling from a height or a more general term for falling.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
This is a very common and versatile verb. It's generally neutral in terms of formality but is frequently used in everyday conversation. Avoid using it in highly formal or literary contexts where '跌倒' might be preferred for a more neutral or specific meaning.
Common Mistakes
Learners might confuse '摔倒' with verbs describing intentional actions or movements. Remember, '摔倒' primarily refers to an unintentional loss of balance leading to a fall. Also, ensure correct sentence structure, often placing the cause before '摔倒'.
Tips
Be careful not to fall.
When walking on slippery surfaces like ice or wet floors, be extra careful to avoid falling.
Elderly are prone to falls.
Older people are more susceptible to falls due to decreased balance and strength, requiring extra precautions.
Child safety warnings.
Parents frequently use '小心摔倒' (xiǎoxīn shuāidǎo) to warn children about potential dangers during play.
Word Origin
The character '摔' (shuāi) means to throw or to fall, often with force. The character '倒' (dǎo) means to fall or to collapse. Together, '摔倒' vividly describes the action of falling down due to loss of balance.
Cultural Context
In Chinese culture, maintaining balance and stability is often associated with overall well-being. Warnings about '摔倒' are common, especially for children and the elderly, reflecting a societal emphasis on safety and care.
Memory Tip
Imagine someone tripping on a 'shuǐ' (water) puddle and 'dǎo' (falling) down. The sound 'shuǐ dǎo' helps remember '摔倒' for slipping and falling.
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions“摔倒”通常指在平面上失去平衡而倒下，常带有意外或不稳的感觉。“跌倒”的含义更广，可以包括从高处落下，也可以指失去平衡，有时更书面化。
当你失去平衡，比如在湿滑的地面上行走，或者被绊倒时，就可以说“摔倒了”。它也用来描述意外的坠落。
可以。比如，不稳的架子可能会“摔倒”，或者装满东西的箱子在搬运过程中也可能“摔倒”。
在需要强调安全的情况下，可以说“注意脚下”、“小心地滑”，或者“保持平衡”，来提醒别人避免摔倒。
Test Yourself
雨天路很滑，走路一定要小心，不然会______。
这里描述的是在湿滑路面上可能发生的意外，用“摔倒”最贴切。
小明在操场上踢球时，不小心被石头绊了一下，结果______了。
被绊一下后失去平衡倒下，用“摔倒”描述最准确。
词语：我，不小心，摔倒，在地，上
这个选项的语序最自然，表达了“因为不小心而在地上摔倒”的意思。
Score: /3
Summary
Shuāidǎo describes the act of losing balance and falling down.
- To lose balance and fall down.
- Common verb for accidental falls.
- Use cautiously in slippery conditions.
Be careful not to fall.
When walking on slippery surfaces like ice or wet floors, be extra careful to avoid falling.
Elderly are prone to falls.
Older people are more susceptible to falls due to decreased balance and strength, requiring extra precautions.
Child safety warnings.
Parents frequently use '小心摔倒' (xiǎoxīn shuāidǎo) to warn children about potential dangers during play.
Examples
4 of 4过马路时一定要看红绿灯，小心摔倒。
When crossing the road, you must watch the traffic lights and be careful not to fall.
由于地面积水，多名行人不慎摔倒。
Due to the accumulated water on the ground, several pedestrians accidentally fell.
哎呀，我刚才差点摔倒！
Oh no, I almost fell just now!
研究表明，老年人摔倒后发生骨折的风险显著增加。
Research indicates that the risk of fractures significantly increases after falls in the elderly.
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