累赘

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Character Breakdown

Meaning and Usage

"累赘" (léizhui) refers to something that is a burden or redundant, often implying unnecessary complexity or weight. It can describe physical objects, tasks, or even people who feel like a burden.

Common Contexts

It is frequently used to criticize overly complicated writing, processes, or situations where something is unnecessarily added and causes inconvenience.

Collocations and Patterns

  • "累赘步骤" (redundant steps): used when describing unnecessary parts in a process.
  • "成为累赘" (become a burden): often used to express feeling like a burden to others.
  • "显得累赘" (appear redundant): used to describe something that looks unnecessarily complicated or excessive.

Usage Notes

"累赘" carries a somewhat negative tone and is often used in formal or semi-formal contexts. It is not typically used for light or casual complaints. Avoid confusing it with "负担" (burden) which is more neutral; "累赘" emphasizes unnecessary or avoidable burden.

Summary

Use "累赘" when you want to highlight that something is unnecessarily cumbersome or a burden, whether in writing, processes, or social contexts.

Example Sentences

This report has too much content and seems somewhat redundant.

He feels like a burden to his family and can't help with anything.

Simplifying the process can avoid redundant steps and improve efficiency.