HSK 5
借口
Meaning
- to use as an excuse
- on the pretext
- excuse
- pretext
- Pinyin
- jiè kǒu
Character reference
Components and radical classification
借
jièto borrow; to lend; excuse, pretext
Primary radical亻 · man
口
kǒumouth; entrance, gate, opening
Primary radical口 · mouth
Radical classification does not necessarily describe a character’s modern meaning. Semantic and phonetic roles are shown only when supported by the cited formation data.
Writing practice
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