断顿
break off; cut off; judge
Meanings
5 senses · 11 examplesverb
to break off; to cut off; to sever
Used for physical objects, connections, or relationships.
The rope broke.
They cut off contact with each other.
verb
to judge; to decide; to determine
formalOften used in formal or legal contexts.
The judge will decide the case according to the law.
It's hard for me to judge this matter.
verb
to stop having meals; to be destitute (in the specific phrase 断顿)
informalUsed specifically in the phrase 断顿(儿) (duàndùn(r)). It describes extreme poverty where one cannot afford the next meal.
Before liberation, his family was so poor they often went without meals.
Business has been bad these days, and the family is almost out of food.
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After losing his job, he once faced the predicament of having no food.
verb
to stop; to cease; to discontinue
Used for actions, supplies, or habits.
The power suddenly went out.
He is determined to quit smoking.
adverb
absolutely; definitely; categorically
informalUsed for emphasis in negative statements.
I would absolutely never do such a thing.
This plan is definitely not feasible.