算了吧

suàn le ba
forget it

算了吧,这件事不值得争论。

Forget it, this matter isn't worth arguing about.


informal

An expression used to suggest giving up on something, often to avoid further conflict or effort.

算了吧,我们明天再讨论这个问题。

Forget it, let's discuss this problem tomorrow.

算了吧,这件事已经过去了。

Forget it, this matter is in the past.

This phrase is commonly used to end a conversation or avoid further discussion, often with a tone of resignation or dismissal.

Related Phrases

算了算了phrase
forget it, forget it
算了吧,别说了phrase
forget it, stop talking

Pro Tip

Tone Matters

The tone of '算了吧' can vary from gentle resignation to dismissive. Pay attention to the context and tone to understand the speaker's intent.

Gold Rule

Contextual Usage

Use '算了吧' when you want to suggest giving up on something or to avoid further discussion, especially in informal settings.

Word Origin

The phrase is composed of '算了' (to give up or forget) and '吧' (a particle used to soften a suggestion or request).

Usage Notes

This phrase is typically used in informal contexts to suggest giving up on something or to avoid further discussion. It can carry a tone of resignation, dismissal, or a gentle suggestion to let go of a matter.

Word Breakdown

算了
to give up or forget
root
+
a particle used to soften a suggestion or request
suffix
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