谅解

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Meaning and Usage

The word 谅解 (liàngjiě) means to understand and forgive or excuse someone's mistake or situation. It often implies a sense of empathy and tolerance beyond mere comprehension.

Common Contexts

谅解 is frequently used in formal or polite contexts where one asks for or expresses understanding and forgiveness, such as apologizing for delays or mistakes.

Collocations and Patterns

  • 谅解 (qǐng liàngjiě): a polite request for understanding, often used in apologies.
  • 谅解 (dédào liàngjiě): to receive understanding or forgiveness.
  • 表示谅解 (biǎoshì liàngjiě): to express understanding or forgiveness.

Nuances

谅解 carries a stronger sense of excusing or forgiving than simply 理解 (to understand). It often involves emotional acceptance and is used to smooth social interactions.

Common Confusion

Do not confuse 谅解 with 理解. 理解 focuses on cognitive understanding, while 谅解 includes forgiveness or excusing, making it more suitable in contexts involving mistakes or inconveniences.

Example Sentences

Please understand my being late; there was a traffic jam.

We hope to receive your understanding and support.

He showed understanding for my mistake, which made me very grateful.