Chinese
dǎrǎo
Meaning: to disturb; to trouble
Part of Speech: Verb

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Handwriting

打擾
打
擾
打扰
打
扰

Example sentences

I'm sorry to disturb you so late.
我們應該在公共場所保持安靜,避免打擾他人。
我们应该在公共场所保持安静,避免打扰他人。
We should keep quiet in public places to avoid disturbing others.
冒昧前來打擾,真是不好意思。
冒昧前来打扰,真是不好意思。
I'm sorry for taking the liberty of coming to disturb you.

Usage Notes

Polite expression used when interrupting someone or visiting/calling at an inconvenient time.

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