Chinese
fēndān
Meaning: to share (a burden, responsibility, etc.); to divide (work)
Part of Speech: Verb

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Handwriting

分擔
分
擔
分担
分
担

Example sentences

We should take the initiative to share the housework.
我們決定輪流洗碗,一起分擔家事。
我们决定轮流洗碗,一起分担家事。
We decided to take turns washing dishes and share the housework together.
他下班後會幫忙分擔家務。
他下班后会帮忙分担家务。
He helps share the housework after getting off work.
我和弟弟每天都會分擔家事。
我和弟弟每天都会分担家事。
My younger brother and I share the housework every day.

Usage Notes

Commonly used for sharing burdens, responsibilities, or tasks among multiple people.

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