自相矛盾
HSK 7-9to contradict oneself
Alternative translations
- être contradictoire
- être en contradiction
Explanation
self-contradictory; inconsistent
Examples
他先是说不会迟到,后来又说可能会晚点到。
At first, he said he wouldn't be late, but then he said he might be a bit late.
她一边说喜欢环保,一边却经常开车出行。
She says she likes environmental protection, but she often drives.