Definition
让步 (ràng bù) is a common separable verb (离合词) meaning 'to concede, to give in' — used in negotiations, arguments, or conflicts when one side yields on a point. It is stronger than 低头 (dī tóu), which implies humbling oneself, and more specific than 退让 (tuì ràng 'back down'), which often focuses on physically stepping aside or retreating. The parts can split: 让一步 (ràng yí bù) 'give in one step'.
verb
to concedeto give into yield
Examples
- 让步。Tā zuìzhōng ràng bù le.He finally conceded.
- 。Shuāngfāng zài tánpàn zhōng gè ràng le yí bù.Both sides gave in a step during the negotiation.
- 让步，。Tā bù kěn ràng bù, jiānchí zìjǐ de yìjiàn.She refused to give in and insisted on her own opinion.
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