Definition
放弃 (fàng qì) means 'to give up' or 'to abandon' and is the most common, neutral word for giving up on plans, opportunities, or habits. 抛弃 (pāo qì) is stronger and more negative, often used for abandoning people or things with a sense of rejection or dumping. Use 放弃 for everyday situations like giving up a job opportunity or a plan.
verb
to give upto abandon
Examples
- 放弃。Tā juédìng fàng qì zhège gōngzuò jīhuì.He decided to give up this job opportunity.
- 放弃。Bú yào qīngyì fàng qì zìjǐ de jìhuà.Don't give up your plan easily.
- ，放弃。Suīrán hěn nán, dàn tā méiyǒu fàng qì.Although it's very hard, he hasn't given up.
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