离别

lí bié

What does "离别" mean in English?

parting, separation

他们在车站依依不舍地告别。

They bid farewell to each other reluctantly at the station.


How to use "离别" correctly: definitions and examples in English?

general

The act of parting or separating from someone, often with sadness or reluctance.

离别总是让人难过。

Parting always makes people sad.

我们在离别时流下了眼泪。

We shed tears when we parted.

This word often conveys a sense of emotional attachment and reluctance to part.

Collocations

离别之际at the time of parting离别之痛the pain of separation离别之情feelings of parting

Related Phrases

离别之际phrase
at the time of parting
离别之痛phrase
the pain of separation

Pro Tip

Emotional Context

This word is often used to express deep emotions, so it's common in poetry and literature.

Gold Rule

Usage in Sentences

Use '离别' when describing a sad or reluctant parting, not just a simple goodbye.

Word Origin

Composed of '离' (to leave) and '别' (to part), reflecting the act of separating from someone.

Usage Notes

Often used in literary or emotional contexts to describe the sadness of parting.

Word Breakdown

离
to leave
root
+
别
to part
root
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