弥
补

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The word "弥补" is formed by combining the character "弥", which carries connotations of filling or extending to cover something, with the character "补", which means to mend or repair. Together, they create a compound word where "弥" amplifies the action of "补", resulting in the meaning of making up for a deficiency or compensating for a loss through comprehensive correction.

Example Sentences Hide

他努力弥补错误。

Tā nǔlì míbǔ cuòwù.

He worked hard to make up for the mistake.

我们需要弥补损失的时间。

Wǒmen xūyào míbǔ sǔnshī de shíjiān.

We need to make up for the lost time.

她学习很刻苦以弥补基础薄弱。

Tā xuéxí hěn kèkǔ yǐ míbǔ jīchǔ bóruò.

She studies very hard to compensate for her weak foundation.

公司推出新产品来弥补市场份额的下降。

Gōngsī tuīchū xīn chǎnpǐn lái míbǔ shìchǎng fèn'é de xiàjiàng.

The company launched new products to make up for the decline in market share.

通过这次真诚的道歉，他希望能够弥补给朋友带来的情感伤害。

Tōngguò zhè cì zhēnchéng de dàoqiàn, tā xīwàng nénggòu míbǔ gěi péngyou dài lái de qínggǎn shānghài.

Through this sincere apology, he hopes to compensate for the emotional harm he caused his friend.

Word Definition - 弥补

mí bǔ to complement; to make up for a deficiency

Individual Character Details

弥 mí, mí
补 bǔ