说服

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Character Breakdown

Usage of 说服

The verb 说服 means 'to persuade' or 'to convince' someone to accept an idea, opinion, or action. It often involves reasoning or argument to change someone's mind.

Common Contexts

说服 is frequently used in contexts involving negotiation, advice, or marketing. For example, persuading a friend to join an event, convincing a boss to approve a plan, or advertising aimed at consumers.

Collocations and Patterns

Nuances

说服 implies a successful effort to change someone's opinion or behavior through communication. It differs from 告诉 (to tell) or (to say) because it emphasizes the effect on the listener. Avoid confusing 说服 with 强迫 (to force), as 说服 relies on persuasion rather than coercion.

Example Sentences

He spent a long time persuading the boss to agree to this plan.

I tried to persuade her to change her mind, but she stuck to her opinion.

The purpose of this advertisement is to persuade consumers to buy the