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咀 (jǔ, to chew) vs 嚼 (jiáo, to chew thoroughly) — use 咀 for a more general act of chewing, while 嚼 emphasizes a thorough or prolonged chewing action.
Learners often confuse 咀 with similar-sounding characters. It's important to use it in contexts related to eating or tasting rather than in abstract discussions. Note that this term is generally informal, so it may not be appropriate for formal writing.
While 咀 is not included in the HSK word list, it can be beneficial for learners at HSK 3-4, especially those interested in food-related vocabulary. Focus on using it in sentences about meals or dining experiences to reinforce its meaning.
A common mistake is to confuse 咀 with 嚼 (jiáo), as both relate to chewing. For example, saying '我在嚼这个苹果' instead of '我在咀嚼这个苹果' is incorrect if you specifically want to emphasize the act of chewing gently.
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Etymology of 咀
Phonosemantic compound. 口 represents the meaning and 且 represents the sound.
mouth
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How to say to chew in Chinese
“to chew” in Chinese is咀
The character 咀 (jǔ) primarily means 'to chew' or 'to masticate.' It is often used in the context of eating or tasting food, emphasizing the act of breaking down substances in the mouth. This word can also imply the action of sucking or savoring something, often associated with enjoying flavors.
When to use 咀
Learners often confuse 咀 with similar-sounding characters. It's important to use it in contexts related to eating or tasting rather than in abstract discussions. Note that this term is generally informal, so it may not be appropriate for formal writing.
咀 or something close to it
咀 (jǔ, to chew) vs 嚼 (jiáo, to chew thoroughly) — use 咀 for a more general act of chewing, while 嚼 emphasizes a thorough or prolonged chewing action.
What learners get wrong
A common mistake is to confuse 咀 with 嚼 (jiáo), as both relate to chewing. For example, saying '我在嚼这个苹果' instead of '我在咀嚼这个苹果' is incorrect if you specifically want to emphasize the act of chewing gently.
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Grammar Patterns of 咀
咀 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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充分____嚼食物，吃饭不要太快。
Chew your food well and do not rush meals.
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Word Family of 咀
Words with 咀
What does 咀嚼 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 咀
You can say, '我在咀嚼这个苹果' (Wǒ zài jǔjué zhège píngguǒ), meaning 'I am chewing this apple.'
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