Chinese
ràngbù
Meaning: to concede; to make a concession; to yield
Part of Speech: Verb, Noun

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Handwriting

讓步
讓
步
让步
让
步

Example sentences

Both sides made concessions in the negotiations.
為了顧全大局,他決定做出讓步。
为了顾全大局,他决定做出让步。
To consider the big picture, he decided to make a concession.
雙方的談判陷入了僵局,誰也不肯讓步。
双方的谈判陷入了僵局,谁也不肯让步。
The negotiations between the two sides have reached a deadlock, and neither is willing to budge.

Usage Notes

Used when one party gives up some of their claims or interests during a dispute or negotiation to reach an agreement.

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