Meaning and Usage
"过分" (guòfèn) means "excessive" or "going too far." It is often used to describe actions, demands, or reactions that exceed reasonable limits.
Common Contexts
People use "过分" to criticize behavior that is considered inappropriate due to its intensity or extremeness, such as being too strict, too demanding, or overreacting.
Collocations and Patterns
- 过分要求 (excessive demands): used when someone asks for more than is reasonable.
- 过分严厉 (excessively strict): often used in parenting or discipline contexts.
- 反应过分 (overreact): describes an emotional response that is too strong.
Usage Notes
"过分" is generally negative and implies that moderation is better. It is often used in spoken and written Chinese to gently or firmly point out that someone has crossed a line. Avoid confusing it with "过度," which is more formal and often used in technical or medical contexts.