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不可
bùkě
impossible
这个计划不可实现。
This plan is impossible to implement.
formal
Impossible or not possible; cannot be done or achieved.
这个问题不可解决。
This problem is unsolvable.
Often used to express that something cannot be done or achieved.
formal
Not allowed; prohibited.
在图书馆不可大声喧哗。
Loud talking is not allowed in the library.
Used to indicate that something is forbidden or against the rules.
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Pro Tip
Usage in Formal Contexts
'不可' is commonly used in formal writing and speech to express impossibility or prohibition. It is stronger than '不能' and is often used in legal or official contexts.
Gold Rule
Negative Modal Verb
'不可' functions as a negative modal verb, similar to 'cannot' or 'must not' in English. It is used to indicate that something is impossible or not allowed.
Word Origin
Combination of 不 (bù, 'not') and 可 (kě, 'can'), forming a negative modal verb indicating impossibility or prohibition.
Usage Notes
Used to express impossibility or prohibition in formal contexts. Often followed by a verb or adjective to describe what cannot be done or is not allowed.
Word Breakdown
不
not
prefix可
can
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