Chinese
bùdàng
Meaning: improper; inappropriate; unsuitable
Part of Speech: Adjective

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Handwriting

不當
不
當
不当
不
当

Example sentences

If handled improperly, this problem will become even more serious.
農藥使用不當,將會殘留於蔬果上,危害人體健康。
农药使用不当,将会残留于蔬果上,危害人体健康。
Improper use of pesticides will leave residues on fruits and vegetables, endangering human health.
如果傷口處理不當,可能會引起炎症。
如果伤口处理不当,可能会引起炎症。
If the wound is not treated properly, it may cause inflammation.
他在制度中鑽空子,獲取了不當利益。
他在制度中钻空子,获取了不当利益。
He exploited loopholes in the system to gain improper benefits.
如有不當之處,尚希不吝賜教。
如有不当之处,尚希不吝赐教。
If there are any improprieties, please do not hesitate to give your advice.
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.
官員的不當言論引起了輿論的強烈抨擊。
官员的不当言论引起了舆论的强烈抨击。
The official's inappropriate remarks drew strong criticism from the public.

Usage Notes

Used to describe actions or methods that are not correct or suitable for the situation.

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