Usage and Nuances
The verb 免除 (miǎnchú) means to exempt or relieve someone from a duty, obligation, or penalty. It is commonly used in formal contexts such as legal, educational, or administrative settings. When you use 免除, you imply that the person or entity is officially freed from a responsibility that would normally apply.
Common Collocations
- 免除义务 (exempt from obligations): used when someone is freed from a required duty.
- 免除罚款 (waive a fine): often used in legal or financial contexts.
- 免除学费 (exempt from tuition fees): common in educational contexts.
Register and Tone
This word is formal and often appears in written or official spoken language. It is not typically used in casual conversation unless discussing formal exemptions.
Avoiding Confusion
Do not confuse 免除 with 免疫 (immunity) or 免于 (to avoid). 免除 specifically refers to the removal or exemption from a duty or penalty, not general avoidance or immunity.