Use '告诫' to formally warn or advise someone to be cautious and learn from potential mistakes.
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- To warn or admonish someone seriously.
- Emphasizes learning from mistakes.
- Used in formal or educational settings.
Overview
“告诫”是一个汉语词汇，主要用作动词，意思是郑重地告、劝，使人警惕。它带有一定的严肃性和教育意味，旨在提醒对方注意某事，吸取教训，避免重蹈覆辙。这个词语的使用场景通常是在长辈对晚辈、上级对下级，或者在正式场合对公众进行劝导和警示时。
“告诫”通常与“要”、“必须”、“一定”等副词连用，强调劝告的必要性。它可以直接跟宾语，表示劝告的对象，也可以跟“要”、“不要”等引导的句子，说明劝告的具体内容。例如：“老师告诫学生要努力学习。” “家长告诫孩子不要贪玩。” 在某些情况下，“告诫”也可以用于书面语，表示一种正式的劝戒。
“告诫”常出现在以下语境中：
历史记载：描述古代君主或贤臣对后人的告诫。
“劝告”比“告诫”更口语化，语气也相对温和，侧重于提供建议和意见，不一定带有强烈的警示意味。“告诫”则更正式，语气更严肃，强调的是警示和引以为戒。
“提醒”的范围最广，可以是对某件被遗忘的事情的提示，也可以是对潜在问题的关注，语气最为温和。“告诫”则特指带有警示和教育意义的劝说。
“警告”通常指指出危险或错误，带有更强的强制性和后果预示，语气比“告诫”更重，有时甚至带有威胁的意味。“告诫”则偏重于提醒和教育，希望对方能够自觉改正。
Examples
父亲语重心长地告诫儿子，做人要诚实守信。
everydayHis father earnestly admonished his son that one must be honest and trustworthy.
校长在开学典礼上告诫全体学生，要刻苦学习，严守校规。
formalThe principal admonished all students at the opening ceremony to study diligently and strictly abide by school rules.
他走之前，我再三告诫他路上小心。
informalBefore he left, I repeatedly warned him to be careful on the road.
历史学家告诫我们，忽视过去的错误可能导致重蹈覆辙。
academicHistorians caution us that ignoring past mistakes may lead to repeating them.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
再三告诫
to admonish repeatedly
语重心长地告诫
to admonish earnestly and meaningfully
严厉告诫
to sternly admonish
Often Confused With
'警告' (jǐnggào) is a stronger term, often implying a threat of punishment or negative consequences. '告诫' (gàojiè) is more about earnest advice and admonition, focusing on learning and prevention rather than immediate repercussions.
'提醒' (tíxǐng) is a general reminder, which can be about anything, including forgotten tasks. '告诫' specifically implies a warning or serious piece of advice, usually about something important or potentially harmful.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
“告诫” is generally used in more formal or serious contexts. It implies a speaker with some authority or moral standing addressing someone who needs guidance or a warning. It's less common in very casual, lighthearted conversation.
Common Mistakes
Using '告诫' in situations that call for a simple reminder ('提醒') can make the speaker sound overly serious or preachy. Conversely, using a milder word when a serious warning is needed might be ineffective.
Tips
Emphasize Serious Advice
Use '告诫' when giving serious advice or warnings, especially when you want the other person to learn a lesson.
Avoid Overuse in Casual Chats
While useful, '告诫' can sound overly formal or stern in very casual conversations among peers.
Respectful Admonition
In Chinese culture, elders or superiors '告诫' younger ones or subordinates out of care and responsibility, expecting them to listen respectfully.
Word Origin
The character '告' originally depicted a person kneeling and presenting something, signifying reporting or informing. '诫' involves '言' (speech) and '载' (to carry, record), suggesting speaking words that are meant to be remembered as a warning.
Cultural Context
The act of '告诫' often reflects traditional cultural values emphasizing respect for elders and authority, and the importance of learning from experience and guidance to maintain social harmony and personal integrity.
Memory Tip
Think of '告' (gào - to tell, inform) combined with '诫' (jiè - to warn, admonish). You are telling someone something important to warn them, like a serious lecture.
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions“告诫”侧重于提醒和教育，希望对方能引以为戒；而“警告”则更强调潜在的危险或后果，语气更重，有时带有强制性。
“告诫”常用于长辈对晚辈、上级对下级、老师对学生，或在正式的公开场合，用于提醒和警示。
“告诫”后面可以跟一个完整的句子，说明劝告的具体内容，通常会用到“要”、“不要”等词语，例如：“他告诫我们要小心。”
“告诫”的语气通常是严肃、郑重且带有教育意味的，旨在引起对方的重视。
Test Yourself
老师再三______我们，考试时一定要诚实，不能作弊。
这里需要一个表示严肃提醒和警示的词语，符合“告诫”的含义。
在面对潜在风险时，我们应该如何理解“告诫”这个词？
“告诫”的核心在于严肃的劝告和警示，目的是让对方重视并避免错误。
家长/孩子/安全
这个句子结构完整，主语（家长）、谓语（告诫）、宾语（孩子）和宾语补足语（要注意安全）都符合逻辑和语法。
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Summary
Use '告诫' to formally warn or advise someone to be cautious and learn from potential mistakes.
- To warn or admonish someone seriously.
- Emphasizes learning from mistakes.
- Used in formal or educational settings.
Emphasize Serious Advice
Use '告诫' when giving serious advice or warnings, especially when you want the other person to learn a lesson.
Avoid Overuse in Casual Chats
While useful, '告诫' can sound overly formal or stern in very casual conversations among peers.
Respectful Admonition
In Chinese culture, elders or superiors '告诫' younger ones or subordinates out of care and responsibility, expecting them to listen respectfully.
Examples
4 of 4父亲语重心长地告诫儿子，做人要诚实守信。
His father earnestly admonished his son that one must be honest and trustworthy.
校长在开学典礼上告诫全体学生，要刻苦学习，严守校规。
The principal admonished all students at the opening ceremony to study diligently and strictly abide by school rules.
他走之前，我再三告诫他路上小心。
Before he left, I repeatedly warned him to be careful on the road.
历史学家告诫我们，忽视过去的错误可能导致重蹈覆辙。
Historians caution us that ignoring past mistakes may lead to repeating them.
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