Usage of 取消
The verb 取消 (qǔxiāo) means "to cancel" or "to call off" and is commonly used in formal and informal contexts. It often refers to canceling events, orders, plans, or agreements.
Common Collocations
- 取消订单 (qǔxiāo dìngdān): cancel an order, frequently used in shopping or business.
- 取消预约 (qǔxiāo yùyuē): cancel an appointment, common in medical or service contexts.
- 取消会议 (qǔxiāo huìyì): cancel a meeting, typical in work or organizational settings.
Notes on Usage
When using 取消, the object is usually something scheduled or arranged. It implies that the previously planned action will no longer take place. It is often followed by the object directly without prepositions.
Unlike some verbs that imply postponement, 取消 means complete cancellation without rescheduling. To express postponement, other words like 推迟 (tuīchí) are used.
Common Confusion
Do not confuse 取消 with 放弃 (fàngqì), which means "to give up" or "abandon." 取消 is about canceling plans or actions, while 放弃 implies quitting or surrendering something more abstract like goals or rights.