Meanings of 捋
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AI Study Notes for 捋
捋 (lǚ) vs 抚 (fǔ) — use 捋 for gathering or smoothing with fingers, while 抚 emphasizes a gentle touch or caress.
Imagine a cat (the radical for 'hand' is in the character) gently using its paw to smooth down its fur, as if it is 'gathering' the loose hairs. The sound 'lǚ' can remind you of 'lure,' as the cat lures you to pet it while it smooths its fur.
Learners often confuse 捋 with similar verbs like 摸 (mō) which means to touch or feel. It is more formal and specific, mainly used in contexts involving careful handling. Be cautious with the third tone; mispronouncing it can change the meaning entirely.
Although 捋 is not in the HSK curriculum, it connects well with other verbs related to touch and manipulation such as 摸 (mō) and 拿 (ná). Focus on practicing its use in daily conversations about grooming or organizing items.
In Chinese culture, grooming and care for personal appearance is highly valued, making 捋 a relevant term in contexts like hairdressing or maintaining cleanliness, reflecting the importance of meticulousness.
Learners often mistakenly use 捋 in contexts where 摸 (mō) is more appropriate, such as saying 捋东西 (lǚ dōngxī) instead of 摸东西 (mō dōngxī) for 'to touch things'. Additionally, confusing the pronunciation with other similar-sounding words can lead to misunderstandings.
Pronunciation of 捋
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Etymology of 捋
To take 扌 a handful 寽; 寽 also provides the pronunciation
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Grammar Patterns of 捋
捋 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 4 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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特迪用自己的粗手指头____了一下浓密蓬乱的头发。
Teddy ran thick fingers through his unruly thatch of hair.
Example Sentences for 捋 (4)
Cultural Notes for 捋
In Chinese culture, grooming and care for personal appearance is highly valued, making 捋 a relevant term in contexts like hairdressing or maintaining cleanliness, reflecting the importance of meticulousness.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 捋
No, 捋 can refer to gathering or smoothing various items, not just hair.