Meaning
不同意 is a straightforward verb meaning 'to disagree' or 'to not agree with something or someone.' It combines the negative particle 不 (not) with 同意 (to agree), forming the direct opposite. This word is used in both formal and informal contexts when expressing disagreement with opinions, proposals, or decisions.
Usage
Native speakers use 不同意 commonly in everyday conversation and formal settings alike. It can take objects introduced by particles like 你的看法 (your viewpoint) or be used alone. Often paired with phrases explaining the reason for disagreement, such as 我不同意这个决定，因为... (I disagree with this decision because...). It's direct but not rude when stated matter-of-factly.
Examples
- 01我不同意你的看法，这个方案有很多问题。, ' .I disagree with your view; this plan has many problems.
- 02爸爸不同意我去国外留学。.Dad doesn't agree to let me study abroad.
Characters
Common collocations
- 不同意某人的观点to disagree with someone's viewpoint
- 表示不同意to express disagreement
- 坚决不同意to firmly disagree
Antonyms
Origin
Formed by negating 同意 (to agree), which literally means 'same intention/opinion.' The construction follows the common Chinese pattern of adding 不 before a verb to create its negative form.