Meanings of 呙
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AI Study Notes for 呙
It's essential to use 呙 in informal contexts, as it may not be suitable for formal conversations. Common collocations include phrases related to casual chats or gossiping. Be cautious with pronunciation, where the tone can easily shift its meaning.
Although 呙 is not included in the HSK, it provides a good opportunity to connect with other characters related to speech, such as 说 (shuō, to speak) and 谈 (tán, to discuss). Focus on recognizing how it fits into casual conversation patterns.
Learners often confuse 呙 with similar-sounding characters like 说 (shuō) which means to speak. For example, using 呙 in a formal meeting instead of 说 can lead to misunderstandings.
Pronunciation of 呙
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Etymology of 呙
Words 内 coming from a mouth 口
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Case file: 呙
- 1The giveawayWords 内 coming from a mouth 口
- 2On the record asideographic — someone drew an idea rather than an object.
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Decomposition of 呙
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The character 呙 (guō) primarily refers to the act of chatting or gossiping. It can also denote a lopsided mouth or serve as a surname, particularly in Chinese-speaking regions. In informal contexts, it often conveys a sense of casual conversation or idle talk.
When to use 呙
It's essential to use 呙 in informal contexts, as it may not be suitable for formal conversations. Common collocations include phrases related to casual chats or gossiping. Be cautious with pronunciation, where the tone can easily shift its meaning.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 呙 with similar-sounding characters like 说 (shuō) which means to speak. For example, using 呙 in a formal meeting instead of 说 can lead to misunderstandings.
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Word Family of 呙
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Frequently Asked Questions about 呙
The standard pronunciation is guō, but in Taiwan, it can also be pronounced as kuài.
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