延误

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Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

"延误" means to delay or cause something to be late, often used in contexts like transportation, meetings, or schedules. It implies an unwanted or problematic postponement.

Common Contexts

You will frequently see "延误" used with transportation (trains, flights), appointments, or deadlines. It often carries a negative connotation because delays usually cause inconvenience.

Collocations

  • 延误时间 (delay time): refers to the amount of time something is delayed.
  • 延误航班 (flight delay): common phrase in travel contexts.
  • 避免延误 (avoid delay): used when emphasizing punctuality.

Usage Notes

"延误" is more formal and often used in written or official contexts compared to colloquial words like "迟到" (arrive late). It focuses on the delay itself rather than the person causing it. Avoid confusing it with "" alone, which means mistake or error.

Example Sentences

Due to traffic congestion, the train was delayed by half an hour.

Please try to avoid delaying the start time of the meeting.

Flight delays caused inconvenience to many passengers.