中立 (zhōng lì) — to be neutral, to remain neutral; to adopt a neutral stance
Definition
Mostly used as a verb meaning 'to remain neutral' in conflicts, disputes, or between sides — often paired with 保持 or 坚持. As an adjective, 中性 covers color, style, and chemistry (pH 7).
verb
to be neutralto remain neutralto adopt a neutral stance
Examples
- ，中立。Zài chōng tū zhōng, wǒ men jiān chí zhōng lì.In the conflict, we insist on neutrality.
- 中立。Zhè ge guó jiā zài zhàn zhēng zhōng shǐ zhōng bǎo chí zhōng lì.This country has always maintained neutrality in the war.
- 中立。zhōng lì Shì guó jì guān xì zhōng de zhòng yào yuán zé.Neutrality is an important principle in international relations.
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