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“don't expect it” in Chinese

Chinese

Pronunciation

Pinyinbié xiǎng

Example

别想了，他不会回来了。bié xiǎng le tā bú huì huí lái le

Don't expect it; he won't come back.

Illustration for 别想 (don't expect it)

How to say “don't expect it” in Chinese

“Don't expect it” in Chinese is 别想 (bié xiǎng).

A door shut on a hoped-for or imagined outcome.

Full entry for 别想: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 别想

别想了，放下他吧。bié xiǎng le fàng xià tā ba

Don't expect it; give up on him.

Tips for using 别想

  • Its bluntness can sound dismissive, so everyday speakers often choose a softer expression when preserving the other person's feelings matters.

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