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"In order to avoid" with 以免 ("yi3mian4")

以免 yǐmiàn

Conjunction
HSK 5

Structure

以免 + Verb Phrase 以免 + Sentence

Definition

以免是一个连词，用于表示避免某种不良后果或不希望发生的情况。

Yǐmiǎn is a conjunction used to express avoiding some undesirable consequence or unwanted situation.

Usage

连接两个分句，表示通过前面的动作来避免后面可能发生的不好结果。常用于建议、警告或说明目的。结构：前句（行动）+ 以免 + 后句（不良后果）。

It connects two clauses, indicating that the action in the first clause is taken to avoid the negative consequence mentioned in the second clause. Often used in suggestions, warnings, or explanations of purpose. Structure: action + yǐmiǎn + negative consequence.

Examples

  • 1 请提前出门，以免迟到。(Please leave early to avoid being late.)
  • 2 把文件备份一下，以免丢失。(Back up the files to avoid losing them.)
  • 3 注意饮食卫生，以免生病。(Pay attention to food hygiene to avoid getting sick.)
  • 4 多穿点衣服，以免感冒。(Put on more clothes to avoid catching a cold.)
  • 5 定期检查设备，以免出现故障。(Regularly inspect the equipment to avoid malfunctions.)

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