Chinese

fàn
Meaning: to commit (a crime or mistake); to violate; to offend
Part of Speech: Verb

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Example sentences

他犯了一個嚴重的錯誤。
他犯了一个严重的错误。
He made a serious mistake.
他意識到自己犯了一個嚴重的錯誤。
He realized he had made a serious mistake.
他犯了嚴重的罪。
He committed a serious crime.
他一再保證不會再犯同樣的錯誤。
He repeatedly promised not to make the same mistake again.
他極力否認自己犯了錯。
He strongly denied having made a mistake.

Usage Notes

Commonly used for committing crimes, making mistakes, or violating rules/taboos.

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