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March 24, 2026
屈服qūfú(qu1fu2)
屈服 (qu1 fu2) means to surrender or yield, often in a context where one gives in to pressure or adversity. It can be used both in physical situations, such as yielding in a fight, and in metaphorical contexts, such as yielding to someone's demands or authority.
Frequency#6460DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of yielding is often associated with Confucian values of harmony and respect for authority. Understanding 屈服 helps learners appreciate the importance of social balance in interpersonal relations.
Memory Tip
Imagine a strong tree bending (屈) in the wind, yielding (服) to the force of nature. The bending tree symbolizes屈 (qu1), while服 (fu2) sounds like 'flee'—indicating the act of giving in or surrendering.
Meanings of 屈服
qūfú(qu1fu2)
1to surrender
2to yield
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About 屈服
屈服Simplified
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#6460Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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屈从 (qūcóng) - use 屈服 when emphasizing surrender under pressure, while 屈从 implies obedience or submission without necessarily the same connotation of struggle.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a strong tree bending (屈) in the wind, yielding (服) to the force of nature. The bending tree symbolizes屈 (qu1), while服 (fu2) sounds like 'flee'—indicating the act of giving in or surrendering.
Usage Notes
屈服 is typically used in formal contexts, so be cautious when using it in casual conversation. Common collocations include '屈服于压力' (to yield to pressure) and '屈服于对方' (to yield to the other party). Remember to use the correct tones to convey the meaning accurately.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK 6 word, 屈服 connects with other advanced vocabulary related to conflict and resolution. Students should focus on using it in complex sentences to express nuanced ideas about negotiation and compromise.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of yielding is often associated with Confucian values of harmony and respect for authority. Understanding 屈服 helps learners appreciate the importance of social balance in interpersonal relations.
Common Mistakes
Learners may confuse 屈服 with 服从 (fu2 cong2), which means to obey. For example, saying '我屈服于父母' (I yield to my parents) is incorrect; it should be '我服从父母' (I obey my parents).
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Grammar Patterns of 屈服
屈服 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Exercise 1 of 4
Complete the Sentence
我坚决不向病毒____。
I was determined not to succumb to the virus.
Example Sentences for 屈服 (7)
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1
我坚决不向病毒屈服。
wǒ jiān jué bù xiàng bìng dú qū fú。
I was determined not to succumb to the virus.
2
还不到两个小时，科恩就屈服了，接受了几乎一切要求。
huán bù dào liǎng gè xiǎo shí， ， kē ēn jiù qū fú， le ， jiē shòu le jī hū yī qiē。
In less than two hours Cohen capitulated to virtually every demand.
3
我们认为试图迫使他们屈服会适得其反。
wǒ mén rèn wéi shì tú pò shǐ tā mén qū fú huì shì dé qí fǎn。
We think an attempt to bully them into submission would be counterproductive.
4
面对要求其隐退的压力越来越大，她会屈服吗？
miàn duì yào qiú qí yǐn tuì de yā lì yuè lái yuè dà， ， tā huì qū fú？
Will she yield to growing pressure for her to retire?
After an artillery bombardment lasting several days the town finally succumbed.
7
他眼珠子咄咄逼人地盯住郭世富, 企图逼他屈服.
tā yǎn zhū zǐ duō duō bī rén dì dīng zhù guō shì fù, , qǐ tú bī tā qū.
He looked at Guo Shifu compellingly . He wanted to force him to submit.
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I was determined not to succumb to the virus.
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Cultural Notes for 屈服
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the concept of yielding is often associated with Confucian values of harmony and respect for authority. Understanding 屈服 helps learners appreciate the importance of social balance in interpersonal relations.
🌏Cross-cultural Insight
While 'surrender' often carries a negative connotation in Western cultures, implying defeat, in Chinese culture, yielding can be seen as a strategic choice for maintaining harmony.
Frequently Asked Questions about 屈服
屈服 (qu1 fu2) implies yielding to pressure or demands, while 投降 (tou2 xiang2) specifically means to surrender in a military context.
It is more formal and is typically used in written or serious spoken contexts rather than casual conversation.
Yes, synonyms include 让步 (rang4 bu4), which means to make a concession, and 退让 (tui4 rang4), which means to retreat or yield.
