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抓紧

zhuā jǐn

HSK 5

Meaning

  • to keep a firm grip on
  • to pay close attention to
  • to lose no time in (doing sth)

Definition

紧紧抓住，不放松；比喻充分利用时间、机会等。

To grasp firmly; to make the most of (time, opportunity, etc.).

Usage

可用于具体物体或抽象事物，如时间、机会、任务等，强调不放松或充分利用。

Can be used for concrete objects or abstract things like time, opportunity, tasks, emphasizing not letting go or making full use.

Examples

  • 1 我们要抓紧时间完成作业。 (We must make good use of time to finish our homework.)
  • 2 他抓紧扶手，以免摔倒。 (He held onto the handrail tightly to avoid falling.)
  • 3 机会难得，你要抓紧。 (Opportunities are rare, you must seize them.)
  • 4 请抓紧准备考试。 (Please hurry up and prepare for the exam.)
  • 5 她抓紧每一分钟学习。 (She makes use of every minute to study.)

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