点拨 (diǎn bō) — to give a hint or pointer (to help someone understand)
Definition
A colloquial verb meaning to give a brief, pointed hint that helps someone see what they were missing. Often pairs with 他/我, takes 了 and a measure word (∼一下/∼了他一下).
verb
to give a hint or pointer (to help someone understand)
Examples
- 点拨，。Lǎo shī diǎn bō le tā yí xià, tā jiù míng bai le.The teacher gave him a pointer, and he understood.
- 点拨，。Jīng guò tā de diǎn bō, wǒ hěn kuài jiù xué huì le.After his guidance, I quickly learned.
- 点拨。Tā jǐ jù huà jiù diǎn bō le wǒ.He enlightened me with just a few words.
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