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肱 (gōng) refers specifically to the upper arm, while 厷 (gōng) can also imply something circular.
While 厷 is not commonly used in modern Mandarin, understanding its meaning can help in reading classical texts or medical literature. Be cautious not to confuse it with 肱 (gōng) when discussing arm anatomy. It is also more formal and may not appear in everyday conversation.
Although 厷 is not included in HSK levels, understanding it can enhance your vocabulary related to anatomy, especially at higher levels where classical literature might be discussed. Focus on the pronunciation and the context in which it may appear.
Learners often confuse 厷 with 肱 (gōng) when discussing anatomy, as both relate to the arm. For example, saying '我有一个新厷' (wǒ yǒu yīgè xīn gōng) instead of '我有一个新肱' (wǒ yǒu yīgè xīn gōng) is incorrect, as 肱 is the correct term for an arm in modern usage.
Pronunciation of 厷
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Etymology of 厷
A bent arm; flexing the muscles
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- 1The giveawayA bent arm; flexing the muscles
- 2On the record aspictographic — someone drew the thing itself.
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How to say forearm, upper arm; round in Chinese
“forearm, upper arm; round” in Chinese is厷
The character 厷 (gōng) primarily refers to the forearm and upper arm in a physical context. It can also denote something that is round or circular. This character is an old variant of 宏 (hóng), meaning vast or grand, and 肱 (gōng), which also refers to the upper arm, indicating its historical significance in anatomical terminology.
When to use 厷
While 厷 is not commonly used in modern Mandarin, understanding its meaning can help in reading classical texts or medical literature. Be cautious not to confuse it with 肱 (gōng) when discussing arm anatomy. It is also more formal and may not appear in everyday conversation.
厷 or something close to it
肱 (gōng) refers specifically to the upper arm, while 厷 (gōng) can also imply something circular.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 厷 with 肱 (gōng) when discussing anatomy, as both relate to the arm. For example, saying '我有一个新厷' (wǒ yǒu yīgè xīn gōng) instead of '我有一个新肱' (wǒ yǒu yīgè xīn gōng) is incorrect, as 肱 is the correct term for an arm in modern usage.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 厷
No, 厷 is an archaic character and is rarely used in contemporary language.
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