"demerit" in Chinese (Simplified)

• 过失
• 缺点
• 记过

Definition

过失指的是过错、劣势，或在学校、组织中因违规而被记下的惩罚分。

Usage Notes (Chinese (Simplified))

"Demerit" 多用于正式场合，特别是学校、组织中，常指违规记录或缺点。不要和 "merit"（优点）混淆，意思正相反。

Examples

He got a demerit for being late to class.

他因为上课迟到被记了一次**过失**。

Each demerit goes on your school record.

每个**过失**都会记录在你的学籍档案中。

One demerit can lead to extra homework.

一次**过失**可能会让你被罚多做作业。

The main demerit of this plan is the high cost.

这个方案的最大**缺点**是成本高。

If you get three demerits, you'll have to meet with the principal.

如果你被记三次**过失**，就得见校长。

She didn't deserve a demerit for such a small mistake.

她不应该因为那么小的错误被记**过失**。