Chinese

bùbì
Meaning: need not; not necessarily
Part of Speech: Adverb

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Handwriting

不
必

Example sentences

You don't need to get angry over such a small thing.
這只是件小事,你不必大驚小怪。
这只是件小事,你不必大惊小怪。
This is just a minor matter; you shouldn't make such a big fuss.
合作要自然,不必強求結果。
合作要自然,不必强求结果。
Cooperation should develop naturally; there is no need to force an outcome.

Usage Notes

Indicates that something is not necessary or not required.

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