Meaning and Usage
The verb 打败 (dǎbài) means 'to defeat' or 'to beat' an opponent or obstacle. It is commonly used in contexts involving competition, conflict, or challenges where one side overcomes another.
Common Collocations
- 打败对手 (dǎbài duìshǒu): to defeat an opponent, often used in sports or competitions.
- 打败困难 (dǎbài kùnnán): to overcome difficulties, used metaphorically for challenges.
- 被打败 (bèi dǎbài): to be defeated, passive form.
Usage Notes
打败 is a transitive verb requiring a direct object, usually the party or difficulty that is overcome. It often implies a clear victory or success over the other side. It is more forceful and definitive than similar verbs like 赢 (to win), emphasizing the act of causing the opponent's failure.
Avoid confusing 打败 with 输 (to lose); 打败 focuses on the winner's action, while 输 focuses on the loser’s experience.