接受

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Usage of 接受

The verb 接受 (jiēshòu) primarily means "to accept" or "to receive" in various contexts, including accepting offers, reality, or opinions. It is commonly used in formal and informal speech.

Common contexts

  • Accepting invitations, offers, or proposals: e.g., 接受工作邀请 (accept a job offer).
  • Accepting facts or reality: e.g., 接受现实 (accept reality).
  • Accepting criticism or feedback: e.g., 接受批评 (accept criticism).

Collocations and patterns

  • 接受邀请 (accept an invitation): used when agreeing to attend or participate.
  • 接受挑战 (accept a challenge): used when agreeing to face a difficult task.
  • 接受教育 (receive education): used in formal contexts about learning.

Nuances

Using 接受 implies a conscious decision to agree or take something in, often with a sense of formality or seriousness. It differs from simpler verbs like (shōu, to receive) by emphasizing acceptance rather than just physical receipt.

Common confusion

Do not confuse 接受 with (shōudào), which means "to receive" something physically like a letter or package. 接受 focuses more on acceptance or approval rather than just receiving.

Example Sentences

He accepted the company's job offer.

We must accept reality and cannot avoid the problem.

She is unwilling to accept others' criticism.