Meanings of 噘
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AI Study Notes for 噘
噘 (juē) vs 撅 (juē) — use 噘 for expressing a facial pout, while 撅 is more about the act of turning up or sticking out something, like a lip or a nose.
Be mindful that 噘 is generally informal and may not be suitable for formal writing. A common mistake is to confuse it with similar expressions or to use it in the wrong context, such as saying '我噘嘴' (wǒ juē zuǐ) when feeling proud, which is incorrect; it should be used for negative emotions.
Although 噘 is not an HSK level word, it connects to emotional expressions commonly found in basic conversational vocabulary. Students should focus on understanding facial expressions and body language along with this term, as it enhances conversational skills in expressing feelings.
Learners often misuse 噘 in serious contexts, such as saying '我噘嘴因为我生气' (wǒ juē zuǐ yīn wèi wǒ shēng qì), which is correct but may sound too childish. Instead, consider using more serious terms for expressing anger.
Pronunciation of 噘
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Etymology of 噘
mouth
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Case file: 噘
- 1The meaning half口 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half厥 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawaymouth
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say to pout in Chinese
“to pout” in Chinese is噘
The character 噘 (juē) means 'to pout' or 'to make a face'. It is commonly used to describe a facial expression where the lips are pushed forward, often signaling displeasure or sulkiness. This term can be used in both literal and figurative contexts, such as when someone is upset or trying to express dissatisfaction.
When to use 噘
Be mindful that 噘 is generally informal and may not be suitable for formal writing. A common mistake is to confuse it with similar expressions or to use it in the wrong context, such as saying '我噘嘴' (wǒ juē zuǐ) when feeling proud, which is incorrect; it should be used for negative emotions.
噘 or something close to it
噘 (juē) vs 撅 (juē) — use 噘 for expressing a facial pout, while 撅 is more about the act of turning up or sticking out something, like a lip or a nose.
What learners get wrong
Learners often misuse 噘 in serious contexts, such as saying '我噘嘴因为我生气' (wǒ juē zuǐ yīn wèi wǒ shēng qì), which is correct but may sound too childish. Instead, consider using more serious terms for expressing anger.
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Grammar Patterns of 噘
噘 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. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Complete the Sentence
那女助手____起了嘴。
The assistant pursed her lips.
Example Sentences for 噘 (1)
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The assistant pursed her lips.
Word Family of 噘
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Frequently Asked Questions about 噘
You can say '她噘着嘴' (tā juē zhe zuǐ), meaning 'She is pouting.'
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