Definition
讨教 is a separable verb (离合词) meaning 'to ask for advice' or 'to consult'. You can insert a measure word or object between 讨 and 教, e.g. 讨个教 ('ask for a piece of advice'). It often takes a person as the object with 向 (向某人讨教). The tone is polite and slightly formal, suitable for seeking guidance from someone with more experience or knowledge.
v.o.
to ask for adviceto consult
Examples
- 讨教。Wǒ xiǎng xiàng nín tǎo jiào jǐ gè wèntí.I'd like to ask you for advice on a few questions.
- ，。Tā zhuānmén qù bàifǎng lǎo jiàoshòu, tǎo le yí gè jiào.He made a special visit to the old professor and asked for a piece of advice.
- ，。Guānyú zhège wèntí, wǒ xiàng jǐ wèi zhuānjiā tǎo guò jiào.On this issue, I have consulted several experts.
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