原谅

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Usage of 原谅

The verb 原谅 (yuánliàng) means 'to forgive' or 'to excuse' someone for a mistake or fault. It is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts when asking for forgiveness or expressing understanding of someone's error.

Common Collocations

  • 原谅 (qǐng yuánliàng): a polite way to ask for forgiveness.
  • 原谅别人 (yuánliàng biérén): to forgive others.
  • 原谅 (dédào yuánliàng): to receive forgiveness.

Nuances

Using 原谅 implies a conscious decision to overlook a fault or mistake, often showing empathy or tolerance. It is stronger than just 'understanding' and involves a moral or emotional acceptance.

Avoiding Confusion

Do not confuse 原谅 with (kuānshù), which is more formal and often used in religious or very serious contexts. 原谅 is more common in everyday speech.

Example Sentences

Please forgive me for this mistake.

He excused his friend's lateness because he knew there was a special reason.

Forgiving others is sometimes a sign of tolerance.