Chinese

ruò
Meaning: if; as if; like
Part of Speech: Conjunction

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Handwriting

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Example sentences

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這場糾紛若不是他居中疏通排解,恐怕很難收場。
这场纠纷若不是他居中疏通排解,恐怕很难收场。
If he hadn't mediated this dispute, it probably would have been very difficult to end.
這次活動安排若有招待不周之處,還請見諒。
这次活动安排若有招待不周之处,还请见谅。
If there is any inadequacy in the hospitality of this event, please forgive us.
傷口若處理不當,將會引起細菌感染。
伤口若处理不当,将会引起细菌感染。
If the wound is not treated properly, it will cause bacterial infection.
若有不足之處,敬請不吝賜教。
若有不足之处,敬请不吝赐教。
If there are any deficiencies, please do not hesitate to give your advice.

Usage Notes

A literary or formal way to express 'if' or 'like'.

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