了却 (liǎo què) — settle (a matter); fulfill (a wish, desire)

Definition

A formal, written verb meaning to settle a matter or fulfill a wish/heartfelt concern. Emphasizes putting a lingering worry or desire to rest, not the everyday 'solve' sense of 解决.

verb

settle (a matter)fulfill (a wish, desire)

Examples

了却。
Tā zhōng yú liǎo què le zhè zhuāng xīn shì.
He finally settled this worry.
了却。
Tā zuì dà de xīn yuàn zhōng yú liǎo què le.
His biggest wish was finally fulfilled.
了却。
Zhè jiàn shì jiù jiāo gěi nǐ liǎo què ba.
I'll leave this matter for you to settle.

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