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“fuss over” in Chinese

Chinese

Pronunciation

Pinyinjì jiào

Example

别把小事计较得太多。bié bǎ xiǎo shì jì jiào de tài duō

Don't fuss too much over small things.

Illustration for 计较 (fuss over)

How to say “fuss over” in Chinese

“Fuss over” in Chinese is 计较 (jì jiào).

Treats small differences as matters to calculate, compare, and dispute.

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

Example sentences with 计较

在合作中，别总为小事计较，要讲团队精神。zài hé zuò zhōng bié zǒng wèi xiǎo shì jì jiào yào jiǎng tuán duì jīng shén

When working together, don't always fuss over small things; show team spirit.

Tips for using 计较

  • In everyday conversation, it often sounds critical because it presents someone as focused on tiny details rather than the larger situation.

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