yē​zhù

to choke

yē​zhù to choke

  1. verb
    to choke
    to choke on food; to have food stuck in one's throat
  2. zhù particle
    [firmness]
    (complement) indicating a state of firmness, steadiness, or coming to a halt

yē​zhù to cut off

  1. to silence someone
    to choke someone off with a blunt or harsh remark, making it difficult for them to respond
  2. zhù particle
    [firmness]
    (complement) indicating a state of firmness, steadiness, or coming to a halt