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March 24, 2026
撤销(撤銷)chèxiāo(che4xiao1)
撤销 (chèxiāo) means to repeal or revoke something that was previously established. It is commonly used in legal or administrative contexts, such as retracting a decision or cancelling an order. In computing, it refers to the action of undoing a previous command or action.
Frequency#4893DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese law, the concept of revocation is significant, particularly in administrative procedures where decisions can be appealed or rescinded. Understanding 撤销 helps learners grasp the importance of formal processes in Chinese governance.
Memory Tip
Imagine a 'chess' piece (sounds like 'che') being 'sawed' off (sounds like 'xiao') the board. When you withdraw a chess piece, you are effectively undoing your last move, just like how 撤销 means to undo or revoke.
Meanings of 撤销
chèxiāo(che4xiao1)
1to repeal
2to revoke
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About 撤销
撤销Simplified
撤銷Traditional
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动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#4893Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L6IntermediateTOCFLL5HSKKL3CEFRC1
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AI Study Notes for 撤销
Quick Contrast
撤回 (chèhuí) vs 撤销 (chèxiāo): use 撤回 when referring to withdrawing a statement or proposal, while 撤销 emphasizes the formal revocation of a decision or order.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a 'chess' piece (sounds like 'che') being 'sawed' off (sounds like 'xiao') the board. When you withdraw a chess piece, you are effectively undoing your last move, just like how 撤销 means to undo or revoke.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 撤销 with 取消 (qǔxiāo), which means to cancel but is used in different contexts. This word is more formal and should be used in administrative or official situations. Common collocations include 撤销决定 (revoke a decision) or 撤销命令 (revoke an order).
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 6 word, 撤销 is useful for discussing complex topics like law and technology. Students should focus on its usage in formal contexts and learn related vocabulary such as 取消 (qǔxiāo) and 变更 (biàngēng) to enhance their understanding.
Cultural Note
In Chinese law, the concept of revocation is significant, particularly in administrative procedures where decisions can be appealed or rescinded. Understanding 撤销 helps learners grasp the importance of formal processes in Chinese governance.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 撤销 with 反对 (fǎnduì), which means to oppose. For example, saying '我撤销他的意见' (I revoke his opinion) is incorrect; it should be '我撤销他的决定' (I revoke his decision).
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Grammar Patterns of 撤销
撤销 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 4 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
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____这个合同不会有任何问题。
Getting out of the contract would be no problem.
Example Sentences for 撤销 (4)
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1
撤销这个合同不会有任何问题。
chè xiāo zhè gè hé tóng bù huì yǒu rèn hé wèn tí。
Getting out of the contract would be no problem.
2
上诉法庭已经撤销对所有11人的判决。
shàng sù fǎ tíng yǐ jīng chè xiāo duì suǒ yǒu11 11 rén de pàn。
The Appeal Court has quashed the convictions of all eleven people.
3
上诉法院法官沃特金斯撤销了对他作出的9个月徒刑的判决。
shàng sù fǎ yuàn fǎ guān wò tè jīn sī chè xiāo le duì tā zuò chū de9 9 gè yuè tú xíng de pàn。
His nine-month sentence was overturned by Appeal Court judge Lord Justice Watkins.
4
法庭以检控方拒绝出示关键证据为由撤销了那项判决。
fǎ tíng yǐ jiǎn kòng fāng jù jué chū shì guān jiàn zhèng jù wéi yóu chè xiāo le nà xiàng pàn jué。
The court overturned that decision on the grounds that the Prosecution had withheld crucial evidence.
Cultural Notes for 撤销
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese law, the concept of revocation is significant, particularly in administrative procedures where decisions can be appealed or rescinded. Understanding 撤销 helps learners grasp the importance of formal processes in Chinese governance.
Frequently Asked Questions about 撤销
It's more appropriate in formal or written contexts, such as legal discussions or administrative matters.
撤销 implies a formal revocation, while 取消 is more about cancelling plans or arrangements.
No, it's primarily used in legal and administrative contexts, but it also applies to computing when undoing actions.
