liu5 git3了結了结
Jyutpingliu5 git3
Yalelíuh git
Definition
To settle, resolve, or bring something to an end.
neutraldaily actionsother
How it's used
Carries a sense of finality, often implying the resolution of a long-standing burden, conflict, or complex situation. It is frequently used in contexts involving legal disputes, debts, or emotional entanglements that require a formal or definitive conclusion. Unlike simpler verbs for finishing, this implies a sense of closure or settling accounts.
Examples
He finally settled this lawsuit.
How do you plan to bring this relationship to an end?
Related words
Common phrases
to settle a matter weighing on one's mind
to settle a score or end a feud
Common mistake
Avoid using this to describe finishing simple tasks like homework or eating a meal, as it sounds overly dramatic or formal for daily chores. Use 完 or 做完 instead for mundane activities.
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Grammar guides
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