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夠 (gòu) vs 足 (zú) — use 夠 for sufficiency in quantity or degree, while 足 emphasizes completeness or fullness.
Be cautious with the tone when pronouncing 夠, as it is pronounced in the fourth tone (falling). Common collocations include '夠了' (gòu le) meaning 'that's enough' and '夠好' (gòu hǎo) meaning 'good enough'. It is generally used in informal contexts, so be mindful when transitioning to more formal language.
While 夠 is not specifically listed in the HSK vocabulary, it is relevant for learners at the HSK 3 or 4 level due to its practical usage in everyday conversations. Students should focus on its application in expressing sufficiency and reaching goals, which are common themes in HSK dialogues.
Learners often confuse 夠 with 足夠 (zúgòu) and use them interchangeably in formal contexts. For example, saying '足夠了' may sound overly formal in casual conversation; instead, use '夠了' (gòu le).
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Etymology of 夠
Phonosemantic compound. 多 represents the meaning and 句 represents the sound.
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How to say enough, adequate; to reach, to attain; to pass muster in Chinese
“enough, adequate; to reach, to attain; to pass muster” in Chinese is夠
The character 夠 (gòu) means 'enough' or 'adequate,' often used to indicate sufficiency in quantity or degree. It can also mean 'to reach' or 'to attain,' suggesting an achievement of a certain standard. This word is commonly used in everyday conversations to express whether something meets expectations or requirements.
When to use 夠
Be cautious with the tone when pronouncing 夠, as it is pronounced in the fourth tone (falling). Common collocations include '夠了' (gòu le) meaning 'that's enough' and '夠好' (gòu hǎo) meaning 'good enough'. It is generally used in informal contexts, so be mindful when transitioning to more formal language.
夠 or something close to it
夠 (gòu) vs 足 (zú) — use 夠 for sufficiency in quantity or degree, while 足 emphasizes completeness or fullness.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 夠 with 足夠 (zúgòu) and use them interchangeably in formal contexts. For example, saying '足夠了' may sound overly formal in casual conversation; instead, use '夠了' (gòu le).
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You can say '這個就夠了' (zhège jiù gòu le), meaning 'This is enough.'
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