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This character is not commonly used in everyday conversation, making it more formal or literary. Be careful not to confuse it with other similar-sounding characters. It is often paired with other words related to marriage or partnership.
As 伉 is not part of the standard HSK vocabulary, learners at this level should focus on related words, such as 夫妻 (fūqī) for husband and wife, to build a foundational understanding of family terminology.
Learners often confuse 伉 with 亻 (person) and use it inappropriately in casual contexts. For example, saying 伉 to mean 'partner' in a casual setting is incorrect; instead, use 伙伴 (huǒbàn) for 'partner.'
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Etymology of 伉
person
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Case file: 伉
- 1The meaning half亻 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half亢 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawayperson
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say husband, wife; pair; compare, match in Chinese
“husband, wife; pair; compare, match” in Chinese is伉
The character 伉 (kàng) refers to a husband or wife, often emphasizing the idea of a pair or a strong match between spouses. It is less commonly used in modern contexts but can imply a robust and upright character in relationships or partnerships.
When to use 伉
This character is not commonly used in everyday conversation, making it more formal or literary. Be careful not to confuse it with other similar-sounding characters. It is often paired with other words related to marriage or partnership.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 伉 with 亻 (person) and use it inappropriately in casual contexts. For example, saying 伉 to mean 'partner' in a casual setting is incorrect; instead, use 伙伴 (huǒbàn) for 'partner.'
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Frequently Asked Questions about 伉
It primarily means husband or wife, emphasizing the idea of a pair or match.
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