碍事
hinder; obstruct; serious
Meanings
2 senses · 8 examplesverb
to hinder; to obstruct; to get in the way of
Often used to describe a physical object or a person blocking a path or process. Can be used with "着" (zháo) to form a complement meaning 'to get hindered'.
This tree is blocking the road and needs to be moved.
Please move to the side a bit, you're a little in the way here.
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Don't put the box by the door, it's getting in the way.
These rules will only hinder innovation.
adjective
serious; of consequence; critical (often used in negation)
informalUsed predominantly in negative sentences or rhetorical questions to downplay the severity of a situation. The pattern "不碍事" is a very common and idiomatic way to say 'It's nothing serious' or 'It doesn't matter.'
His illness isn't serious; he'll be fine after a few days of rest.
It's just a scratch, it's nothing.
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The machine just has a minor glitch; it's not a big deal.
Is this really that critical? Let's think of another solution.