绝交 (jué jiāo) — to break off relations, to sever ties (with a friend or associate)
Definition
A strong verb meaning to completely cut off a personal relationship — usually a close friend, not a casual acquaintance. Ties with 断交, which is more formal and used for states or organizations.
verb
to break off relationsto sever ties (with a friend or associate)
Examples
- 绝交。Tā men chǎo jià yǐ hòu jiù jué jiāo le.They cut ties after the argument.
- ，。Wǒ gēn tā yǐ jīng jué le jiāo, bú zài lái wǎng le.I have already cut ties with him and no longer keep in touch.
- ，绝交。Yīn wèi wù huì, tā hé zuì hǎo de péng you jué jiāo le.Because of a misunderstanding, she broke off relations with her best friend.
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