B2 noun Formal 1 min read

鲁莽

lǔmǎng /luː mɑŋ/
Practice it

Rashness is the quality of acting without sufficient thought or caution.

Word in 30 Seconds

  • Acting without thinking about consequences.
  • Characterized by haste and lack of caution.
  • Often leads to mistakes or trouble.

Overview

  1. 1概述：鲁莽（lǔ mǎng）是一个描述行为特征的形容词，核心含义是“缺乏考虑”和“行动草率”。这个词带有明显的贬义，暗示当事人没有评估风险，直接采取了可能带来麻烦的行动。2) 使用模式：在句子中，它通常作定语（如：鲁莽的决定）或谓语（如：他太鲁莽了）。它经常与表示行为的词搭配，如“行为”、“举动”、“决定”或“言论”。3) 常见语境：在职场中，形容下属未请示就擅自行动；在日常生活中，形容开车超速或在争吵中说出伤人的话。4) 近义词辨析：与“冲动”相比，“鲁莽”更侧重于结果的糟糕和缺乏理智；与“冒失”相比，“鲁莽”的程度通常更重，不仅是礼貌上的欠缺，更是决策上的失误。

Examples

1

他因为鲁莽的驾驶行为引发了车祸。

everyday

He caused a car accident due to his reckless driving.

2

做出如此鲁莽的决定，我们需要承担相应的后果。

formal

We must bear the consequences of making such a rash decision.

3

别那么鲁莽，先听听别人的建议。

informal

Don't be so rash; listen to others' advice first.

4

这一政策的实施被批评为过于鲁莽。

academic

The implementation of this policy was criticized as being too hasty.

Common Collocations

鲁莽的决定 Rash decision
鲁莽行为 Reckless behavior
显得很鲁莽 Appear reckless

Common Phrases

鲁莽行事

To act rashly

鲁莽之举

A reckless act

Often Confused With

鲁莽 vs 冲动

Impulsive refers to the emotional urge to act, whereas rash (鲁莽) focuses on the lack of careful thought.

鲁莽 vs 冒失

Mao-shi often implies a lack of manners or social awareness, while Lu-mang implies a lack of logical planning.

Grammar Patterns

形容词 + 的 + 名词 显得 + 鲁莽 因为 + 鲁莽 + 而 + 动词

How to Use It

Usage Notes

The word is primarily used in formal or neutral contexts to critique behavior. It carries a negative connotation of lacking judgment. Avoid using it to describe someone you respect unless you are offering a direct, serious critique.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse it with 'brave'. Remember that 'brave' is positive, while '鲁莽' is negative. Also, do not use it to describe inanimate objects; it is strictly for human actions or decisions.

Tips

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Use in professional apologies

It is very effective to use this word when acknowledging a mistake in a professional setting to show self-awareness.

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Avoid using it on superiors

Calling a superior '鲁莽' is highly offensive and unprofessional. Use '欠考虑' instead to sound more polite.

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Confucian emphasis on prudence

Chinese culture values '三思而后行' (think thrice before acting), making '鲁莽' a significant character flaw.

Word Origin

The character '鲁' originally meant dull or stupid, and '莽' means overgrown grass/wild. Together they describe someone acting wildly without clarity.

Cultural Context

Reflects the traditional Chinese value of 'Prudence'. Being '鲁莽' is seen as a sign of emotional immaturity.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'Lu' (Deer) running 'Mang' (blindly) into the woods. A deer running blindly is a reckless deer!

Frequently Asked Questions

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勇敢通常指在有危险时依然有勇气面对，带有褒义；而鲁莽则指无谓地冒险，缺乏对后果的评估，是贬义。

可以，常用于反思或道歉，例如“我刚才太鲁莽了，没考虑周全”。

反义词包括谨慎、慎重、深思熟虑等。

非常常用，既可以用于严厉的批评，也可以用于朋友间的善意提醒。

Test Yourself

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在没有调查清楚真相之前就发表评论，是非常___的行为。

Correct! Not quite. Correct answer: 鲁莽

在缺乏信息的情况下行动属于草率，故用鲁莽。

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