English–Chinese
“abuse” in Chinese
Chinese
Pronunciation
Pinyinlàn yòng
Example
不要滥用别人的信任。bú yào làn yòng bié rén de xìn rèn
Do not abuse other people's trust.
How to say “abuse” in Chinese
“Abuse” in Chinese is 滥用 (làn yòng).
Using a right, resource, or tool beyond proper limits until it causes harm or unfairness.
Example sentences with 滥用
官员因滥用职权被免职。guān yuán yīn làn yòng zhí quán bèi miǎn zhí
The official was dismissed for abusing his authority.
Tips for using 滥用
- The word often takes abstract objects such as trust, authority, money, or a legal right, which makes the specific kind of improper use clear from the context.