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"improper" in Chinese (Simplified)

不当不恰当

Definition

对某种情境不合适或不正确;以不恰当或不可接受的方式行事或做事。

Usage Notes (Chinese (Simplified))

多用于正式或半正式语境。常用于批评不符合社会规范的行为或做法,如 'improper conduct', 'improper use'。比 'illegal' 语气轻,但表示做法不正确。

Examples

It is improper to talk loudly in the library.

在图书馆大声说话是**不当**的。

She was punished for her improper behavior at school.

她因为在学校的**不当**行为受到了惩罚。

Using your phone during the exam is improper.

考试时使用手机是**不当**的。

If you notice anything improper at work, report it to your manager.

如果你在工作中发现任何**不当**行为,请向经理报告。

His joke at dinner was considered improper, so people felt uncomfortable.

他在晚餐时的玩笑被认为是**不适当**的,所以大家感觉不舒服。

Don’t use improper language in front of children.

不要在孩子们面前说**不当**的话。