English–Chinese
“pretext” in Chinese
Chinese
Pronunciation
Pinyinmíng fèn
Example
别把过去的事当名分指责我。bié bǎ guò qù de shì dāng míng fèn zhǐ zé wǒ
Don't use past events as a pretext to criticize me.
How to say “pretext” in Chinese
“Pretext” in Chinese is 名分 (míng fèn).
An outwardly accepted place or justification that supports a person's conduct.
Example sentences with 名分
他们终于拿到名分，事情才算稳定。tā men zhōng yú ná dào míng fèn shì qíng cái suàn wěn dìng
They finally gained legitimacy, and only then could the situation be considered stable.
Tips for using 名分
- In discussions of relationships, it can mark public or social recognition rather than emotional closeness, especially when a relationship lacks an officially accepted place.