Tui bu signifies a decline or regression from a previous, better state.
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- To become worse or fall behind.
- Indicates a negative trend or decline.
- Opposite of progress; used in many contexts.
Overview
“退步”是一个常用的汉语词语，用来描述事物的发展方向不如预期，甚至变得更差。它强调的是一种负向的、后退的趋势。无论是学习、工作、身体状况还是社会发展，都可以用“退步”来形容不如以前的状态。
“退步”主要用作动词，后面可以跟名词或名词性短语，表示在哪方面有所退步。例如，“学习退步了”、“成绩退步了”、“技术退步了”。有时也可以单独使用，暗示整体情况不如从前。
这个词经常出现在关于学习、考试、工作表现、身体健康、经济状况、社会现象等话题的讨论中。例如，学生考试成绩不如上次，可以说“这次考试我退步了”。一个人长期不锻炼，身体素质下降，也可以说“我的身体在退步”。
与“退步”意思相近但侧重点不同的词语有：
Examples
这次考试我退步了，只考了80分。
everydayI regressed on this exam, only scoring 80.
长期缺乏锻炼会导致身体机能的退步。
formalLong-term lack of exercise can lead to a decline in bodily functions.
哎，感觉自己记性越来越差了，是不是在退步啊？
informalSigh, I feel my memory is getting worse and worse, am I declining?
该技术在过去十年中几乎没有进步，反而有所退步。
academicThis technology has seen little progress in the past decade, and has instead regressed.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
不退步
not fall behind
明显退步
noticeable decline
原地踏步
stand still (lit. tread water in place)
Often Confused With
While '下降' can mean a decrease in level or quantity, '退步' specifically implies a negative change compared to a previous, better state, often in terms of ability or performance.
'衰退' suggests a more severe and prolonged decline, often used for economies or powers becoming weak and declining, whereas '退步' can refer to smaller, more personal setbacks.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
Generally used to describe a negative trend in performance, skills, or condition. It is a common verb applicable in various everyday situations. Avoid using it for neutral decreases in numbers unless the context clearly implies a negative comparison to the past.
Common Mistakes
Learners might confuse '退步' with simply '下降' (decrease). Remember '退步' always implies a comparison to a better prior state. Also, avoid using it for positive developments; that's when you use '进步'.
Tips
Focus on the Negative Trend
Remember '退步' always implies a worsening situation or falling behind a previous standard.
Avoid Using for Neutral Drops
Don't use '退步' when a quantity simply decreases without a negative comparison to the past, like stock prices.
Value of Progress
In Chinese culture, continuous improvement and progress are highly valued, making '退步' a particularly undesirable outcome.
Word Origin
The character '退' (tuì) means to retreat or withdraw, and '步' (bù) means step. Together, '退步' literally means to step back, visually representing regression.
Cultural Context
In cultures emphasizing growth and achievement, '退步' is often viewed negatively, signaling a need for renewed effort or attention.
Memory Tip
Imagine someone 'stepping back' (tuì) from their previous position, indicating regression.
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions“退步”和“进步”是一对反义词。“进步”表示向前发展、变得更好，而“退步”则表示向后发展、变得更差。
“退步”可以用在很多方面，比如学习成绩、工作能力、身体健康、技术水平、经济发展等等，只要是指情况不如从前，都可以用“退步”。
“退步”是一个贬义词，因为它描述的是一种负面的、不好的发展趋势。
“下降”更多指数量或水平上的减少或降低，不一定涉及“不如从前”的比较；而“退步”则明确表示与过去的自己或标准相比，情况变差了。
Test Yourself
最近我没怎么复习，感觉数学成绩有些______。
根据语境“没怎么复习”和“感觉...成绩”，表示成绩不如以前，所以用“退步”最合适。
下列哪个句子正确使用了“退步”？
选项2中“食欲退步了”表示食欲不如从前，使用正确。选项1描述的是进步。选项3与语境矛盾。选项4表达的是一种期望，但如果说“成绩退步了”才是使用该词。
请将以下词语组成一个通顺的句子：学习，退步，最近，我，了
“我最近学习退步了”是一个完整且符合语法习惯的句子，表示“I have regressed in my studies recently.”
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Summary
Tui bu signifies a decline or regression from a previous, better state.
- To become worse or fall behind.
- Indicates a negative trend or decline.
- Opposite of progress; used in many contexts.
Focus on the Negative Trend
Remember '退步' always implies a worsening situation or falling behind a previous standard.
Avoid Using for Neutral Drops
Don't use '退步' when a quantity simply decreases without a negative comparison to the past, like stock prices.
Value of Progress
In Chinese culture, continuous improvement and progress are highly valued, making '退步' a particularly undesirable outcome.
Examples
4 of 4这次考试我退步了，只考了80分。
I regressed on this exam, only scoring 80.
长期缺乏锻炼会导致身体机能的退步。
Long-term lack of exercise can lead to a decline in bodily functions.
哎，感觉自己记性越来越差了，是不是在退步啊？
Sigh, I feel my memory is getting worse and worse, am I declining?
该技术在过去十年中几乎没有进步，反而有所退步。
This technology has seen little progress in the past decade, and has instead regressed.
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