Discussion of 迟钝/遲鈍

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迟缓 vs 迟钝
迟缓 is about someone's action being slow or the development or progress of an event, etc.
迟钝 refer to someone's action or thought, but mainly thought (mental capacity).

lisaC

What other words can be used to express the same concept as 迟钝 (chí dùn)?

个学生

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1. 愚钝 (yú dùn) - This word also means "slow (in thought or action), dull-witted", but it has a stronger connotation of being foolish or ignorant. It can also be used to describe someone who is slow to understand or learn new things.

2. 迟缓 (chí huǎn) - This word means "slow, sluggish" and can be used to describe someone who is physically or mentally slow. It can also refer to something that is delayed or taking a long time to happen.

3. 愚笨 (yú bèn) - This phrase means "foolish and stupid" and is often used to describe someone who is not only slow, but also lacking in intelligence or common sense.

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