English–Chinese
“inappropriate” in Chinese
How to say “inappropriate” in Chinese
“Inappropriate” in Chinese is 不宜 (bù yí).
A situation does not support an action, so a gentle warning advises against it.
Example sentences with 不宜
在正式场合，不宜随意穿着休闲服。zài zhèng shì chǎng hé bù yí suí yì chuān zhe xiū xián fú
At formal occasions, it is inappropriate to dress informally in casual clothes.
Tips for using 不宜
- This word is common in notices and polite warnings, but it can sound formal in conversation, where speakers often choose a more direct everyday expression.
Other Chinese words for “inappropriate”
这个方案有点不妥。zhè ge fāng àn yóu diǎn bù tuǒ
This plan is not quite right.