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导致误解 (lead to misunderstanding)

Grammar & Usage

verb phrase / fixed expression

neutral

How it works

This is a verb-object phrase. '导致' (dǎozhì) is a verb meaning 'to cause' or 'to lead to', often used for negative or undesirable outcomes. '误解' (wùjiě) is a noun meaning 'misunderstanding'. Together, they form a common expression indicating that something results in a misunderstanding.

Sample sentences

你的话可能会导致误解，请说清楚一点。

Your words might lead to misunderstanding, please explain more clearly.

由于文化差异，他们的交流常常导致误解。

Due to cultural differences, their communication often leads to misunderstanding.

不准确的翻译很容易导致误解。

Inaccurate translation can easily lead to misunderstanding.

Quick facts

usage_note:导致 (dǎozhì) is generally used to describe a cause-and-effect relationship where the outcome is typically negative or problematic. It is less common for positive outcomes, unlike '引起' (yǐnqǐ) which can be neutral or positive.

Often used with

引起误解 (yǐnqǐ wùjiě - cause misunderstanding)

避免误解 (bìmiǎn wùjiě - avoid misunderstanding)

消除误解 (xiāochú wùjiě - clear up misunderstanding)

沟通不畅 (gōutōng bùchàng - poor communication)

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Example

你的话可能会导致误解，请说清楚一点。

Your words might lead to misunderstanding, please explain more clearly.

由于文化差异，他们的交流常常导致误解。

Due to cultural differences, their communication often leads to misunderstanding.