借口
excuse
Meaning of 借口
为自己行为辩解的理由
a reason you give to explain a mistake or bad action

借口 with English translation
借口 usage examples
这个借口听起来不太可信。
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That excuse doesn't sound very believable.
他每次迟到都会找借口。
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He makes an excuse every time he's late.
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借口 belongs to the topic "Conflicts and Reconciliation →". Start with a short set of 3 words so the word is easier to remember in context.
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What does 借口 mean?
a reason you give to explain a mistake or bad action
How do you pronounce 借口?
借口 is pronounced jiè kǒu.
How is 借口 used in a sentence?
That excuse doesn't sound very believable. Translation: 这个借口听起来不太可信。
Is 借口 part of Conflicts and Reconciliation vocabulary?
Yes, 借口 (excuse) can be learned in the Conflicts and Reconciliation topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
Is 借口 part of Family and Relationships vocabulary?
Yes, 借口 (excuse) can be learned in the Family and Relationships topic. This semantic link helps build related word lists and topic-based practice.
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