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AI Study Notes for 巩
While using 巩, be careful not to confuse it with similar sounding words that imply different meanings, such as 供 (gōng, to provide). This character is more formal and is frequently used in written contexts, especially in academic and professional settings. Common collocations include 巩固 (gǒnggù, to consolidate) and 巩留 (gǒngliú, to retain).
Although 巩 is not included in HSK levels, it relates to other words at higher levels that deal with security and stability, such as 稳 (wěn, steady) and 固 (gù, solid). Focus on understanding its usage in phrases and contexts to enhance vocabulary retention.
Learners often confuse 巩 with other characters like 供 (gōng), leading to sentences like '我需要供我的工作' (Wǒ xūyào gōng wǒ de gōngzuò), which incorrectly implies 'I need to provide my work' instead of strengthening it. Correct usage would be '我需要巩固我的工作'.
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Etymology of 巩
Phonosemantic compound. 凡 represents the meaning and 工 represents the sound. Simplified form of 鞏.
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Decomposition of 巩
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How to say secure in Chinese
“secure” in Chinese is巩
The character 巩 (gǒng) primarily means to secure or strengthen something. It is often used in contexts related to reinforcing a position, making something more solid or stable, and binding elements together. This character conveys a sense of safety and reliability, frequently appearing in terms related to fortification or consolidation.
When to use 巩
While using 巩, be careful not to confuse it with similar sounding words that imply different meanings, such as 供 (gōng, to provide). This character is more formal and is frequently used in written contexts, especially in academic and professional settings. Common collocations include 巩固 (gǒnggù, to consolidate) and 巩留 (gǒngliú, to retain).
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 巩 with other characters like 供 (gōng), leading to sentences like '我需要供我的工作' (Wǒ xūyào gōng wǒ de gōngzuò), which incorrectly implies 'I need to provide my work' instead of strengthening it. Correct usage would be '我需要巩固我的工作'.
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Grammar Patterns of 巩
巩 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). 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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朱老____明白过来,是调虎离山计, 一时气炸了肺.
So this had been a trick to lure the tiger from the mountain! Zhu Laogong's lungs nearly burst with rage.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 巩
You can say '我们需要巩固我们的友谊' (Wǒmen xūyào gǒnggù wǒmen de yǒuyì), meaning 'We need to strengthen our friendship.'
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