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    Expressing 'to entrust' with 托 (tuō)

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    Manner & Method

    Structure

    Subject + 托 + Object + Verb

    Explanation

    The verb 托 (tuō) means "to entrust" or "to send by proxy," often used when delegating a task or shipping something on someone's behalf. It implies relying on another person or service to carry out an action. For example, you can 托运 (tuōyùn) luggage or pets, meaning to have them shipped or transported by a carrier.

    Examples

    • 我托朋友从日本带了一些零食回来。

      wǒ tuō péngyǒu cóng rìběn dài le yìxiē língshí huílái.

      I asked a friend to bring back some snacks from Japan for me.

    • 你能帮我托运这两个大箱子吗？

      nǐ néng bāng wǒ tuōyùn zhè liǎng gè dà xiāngzi ma?

      Can you help me check in these two large suitcases?

    • 她托邻居帮忙照顾一下猫。

      tā tuō línjū bāngmáng zhàogù yíxià māo.

      She asked a neighbor to help look after the cat.

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