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This character is rarely used in everyday conversation, which can lead to confusion. It is primarily found in classical literature or poetry. Be cautious not to confuse it with 惰 (duò); while both characters share similar components, their meanings are quite different.
As an uncommon character, 媠 (tuǒ) is not part of the HSK vocabulary lists. However, understanding it can enrich your knowledge of classical Chinese texts. Focus on its literary context and connections with related words about beauty and aesthetics.
Learners may confuse 媠 (tuǒ) with 惰 (duò) due to their similar appearance and pronunciation. For example, using 媠 to describe laziness instead of 惰 would be incorrect; remember that 媠 specifically refers to beauty.
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Etymology of 媠
woman
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Case file: 媠
- 1The meaning half女 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half⺼ is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawaywoman
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say beautiful in Chinese
“beautiful” in Chinese is媠
The character 媠 (tuǒ) refers to beauty, particularly in a poetic or literary context. It is an old variant of the character 惰 (duò), which relates to laziness or indolence. While it may not be commonly used in modern Mandarin, its beauty connotation can still be appreciated in classical texts or poetry.
When to use 媠
This character is rarely used in everyday conversation, which can lead to confusion. It is primarily found in classical literature or poetry. Be cautious not to confuse it with 惰 (duò); while both characters share similar components, their meanings are quite different.
What learners get wrong
Learners may confuse 媠 (tuǒ) with 惰 (duò) due to their similar appearance and pronunciation. For example, using 媠 to describe laziness instead of 惰 would be incorrect; remember that 媠 specifically refers to beauty.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 媠
No, 媠 is rarely used in everyday language and is more often found in classical literature.
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