借口 — meaning in English: Excuses

Definition

▶ 借口 jiè kǒu

借口是指用来解释或掩饰某种行为或状态的理由，常常带有不诚实或逃避责任的意味。

An excuse is a reason used to explain or justify a certain behavior or state, often carrying a connotation of dishonesty or evading responsibility.

▶ 他总是找借口不去上班。

tā zǒng shì zhǎo jiè kǒu bù qù shàng bān.

He always makes excuses not to go to work.

▶ 不要再用借口来推卸责任。

bù yào zài yòng jiè kǒu lái tuī xiè zé rèn.

Don't use excuses to shirk responsibility anymore.

▶ 她的借口听起来很牵强。

tā de jiè kǒu tīng qǐ lái hěn qiān qiǎng.

Her excuse sounds very far-fetched.