倜
replace; for; decline
Meanings
3 senses · 8 examplesverb
to take the place of; to replace; to substitute for
Used when one person or thing takes over the function or position of another. Often used in the pattern A替B + verb.
I can't go to work today. Can you substitute for me?
This new pen has replaced the old one.
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The coach had him substitute for the injured player.
preposition
for; on behalf of
Used to introduce the beneficiary of an action, similar to 'for' in English. The subject performs an action to help or benefit the object after 替.
Mom washed the clothes for the child.
Can you buy a cup of coffee for me?
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He put in a few good words for me.
verb
to decline; to decay; to fall
archaicArchaic or literary usage. Describes the decline of dynasties, moral standards, or systems. Often seen in fixed phrases like '兴替' (rise and fall).
The rise and fall of dynasties is a law of history.
Customs have declined, yet those in authority do not prohibit it.