Meanings of 掮
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AI Study Notes for 掮
Be careful not to confuse 掮 with similar-sounding characters that have different meanings, such as 钱 (qián, money). This word is more formal and might not be used in casual conversations. Common collocations include 掮重物 (qián zhòngwù, carry heavy objects).
While 掮 is not part of HSK vocabulary, it connects to HSK Level 3 words related to physical actions. Focus on the radicals, as understanding them can help with memorization and recognizing other characters with similar components.
Learners often mistakenly write 掮 as 钱 due to the similarity in pronunciation. Remember that 掮 specifically refers to carrying, while 钱 means money.
Pronunciation of 掮
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Etymology of 掮
To bear 扌 on the shoulders 肩; 肩 also provides the pronunciation
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Case file: 掮
- 1The giveawayTo bear 扌 on the shoulders 肩; 肩 also provides the pronunciation
- 2On the record asideographic — someone drew an idea rather than an object.
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Decomposition of 掮
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How to say to bear on the shoulders in Chinese
“to bear on the shoulders” in Chinese is掮
The character 掮 (qián) means to carry something on the shoulder, often used in contexts of physically hauling or bearing a load. It can convey the idea of taking on a responsibility or burden, both literally and metaphorically.
When to use 掮
Be careful not to confuse 掮 with similar-sounding characters that have different meanings, such as 钱 (qián, money). This word is more formal and might not be used in casual conversations. Common collocations include 掮重物 (qián zhòngwù, carry heavy objects).
What learners get wrong
Learners often mistakenly write 掮 as 钱 due to the similarity in pronunciation. Remember that 掮 specifically refers to carrying, while 钱 means money.
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Grammar Patterns of 掮
掮 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 2 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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拍那些政治____客的马屁也救不了你。
Brown-nosing the power brokers won't save you.
Example Sentences for 掮 (1)
Word Family of 掮
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Frequently Asked Questions about 掮
Focus on the sound 'qián', which rhymes with 'can'. Imagine someone who can carry heavy things to solidify the meaning.
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