Definition
投奔 (tóu bèn) means to go to someone or some place for shelter, help, or protection — it emphasizes actively seeking out a person or location for refuge. This differs from 藏身 (cáng shēn), which focuses on hiding or concealing oneself, and from 避难 (bì nàn), which specifically means to take refuge from danger or persecution (often used in formal or political contexts).
verb
to go to (someone) for shelter or helpto seek refuge with
Examples
- ，投奔。Zhànluàn shíqī, hěnduō rén tóu bèn le ānquán de dìfang.During the war, many people sought refuge in safe places.
- 投奔。Tā tóu bèn le yí wèi yǒu jīngyàn de lǎo shāngrén.He went to an experienced old merchant for help.
- ，投奔。Shīyè hòu, tā zhǐhǎo tóu bèn xiāngxià de fùmǔ.After losing his job, he had no choice but to seek shelter with his parents in the countryside.
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