Chinese

bùgǎn
Meaning: to not dare to; dare not
Part of Speech: Verb

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Example sentences

他不敢在那麼多人面前說話。
他不敢在那么多人面前说话。
He doesn't dare to speak in front of so many people.
他知道這是父母的血汗錢,所以不敢亂花。
He knew it was his parents' hard-earned money, so he did not dare waste it.
我從來不敢奢望他能考上大學。
I never dared to hope that he could get into university.
她顯得很扭捏,不敢抬頭看人。
She looked very bashful and didn't dare to look up at people.
他個性膽怯,不敢與陌生人說話。
He has a timid personality and doesn't dare to speak with strangers.

Usage Notes

Commonly used to express a lack of courage. It can also be used as a polite, humble response to praise.

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