大过 (dà) — big mistake, major demerit
Definition
A formal, written term for a 'big mistake' or 'major demerit' (often in workplace or disciplinary records). The verb 犯 (to commit) is the common collocation.
noun
big mistakemajor demerit
Measure word · 个
Examples
- 大过。Tā zài gōng zuò zhōng fàn le yí gè dà.He made a big mistake at work.
- 大过，。Zhè ge cuò wù shì gè dà, bì xū yán sù chǔ lǐ.This mistake is a major demerit and must be dealt with seriously.
- 大过。Tā yīn wèi duō cì chí dào bèi jì le yí gè dà.He received a major demerit for being late many times.
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