解开
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general
To untie or loosen something that is tied or fastened.
请帮我解开这个包裹。
Please help me untie this package.
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Commonly used for physical objects like knots, ties, or fastenings.
general
To solve or figure out a problem or puzzle.
我们需要解开这个谜题。
We need to solve this puzzle.
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Used metaphorically for intellectual or abstract problems.
Collocations
解开绳子to untie a rope解开谜题to solve a puzzle解开心结to resolve a mental or emotional issue
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Related Phrases
解开心结phrase
to resolve a mental or emotional issue
💡Pro Tip
Literal vs. Figurative Use
解开 can refer to both physical actions (like untie a knot) and abstract actions (like solving a problem).
📖Word Origin
Combination of 解 (to untie, to solve) and 开 (to open).
📝Usage Notes
Can be used both literally for physical objects and metaphorically for problems or emotional issues.
Word Breakdown
解
to untie, to solve
root开
to open
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