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Character Breakdown

Usage of

The character (chè) primarily means 'to withdraw' or 'to cancel.' It is commonly used in military contexts to describe troops pulling back, as well as in business or daily life when plans or statements are retracted.

Common Collocations

  • (chèchū): to withdraw (troops, forces)
  • 撤销 (chèxiāo): to cancel or revoke (plans, orders)
  • 撤回 (chèhuí): to retract or take back (words, statements)

Notes

When using , the context often involves a deliberate removal or cancellation. It is more formal and often appears in official or serious contexts. Avoid confusing with 撤退, which specifically means 'to retreat' in a military sense but shares the root meaning.

In conversation, can imply a change of decision or a correction, so it carries a tone of formality and finality.

Example Sentences

The army decided to withdraw from the border area.

The company canceled the plan for that project.

Please take back your words; saying that is inappropriate.