Meanings of 摀
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捂 (wǔ) is a more commonly used variant for covering or concealing, while 摀 (wǔ) is less frequent but carries the same core meaning.
Learners should be cautious not to confuse 摀 with its more commonly used variant 捂. While both mean to cover or hide, 捂 is more prevalent in everyday language. Additionally, be mindful of the tone; the third tone (wǔ) can change the meaning if mispronounced.
Although 摀 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it is beneficial for learners at HSK 3 or 4 to recognize it as a variant of 捂. Students should focus on mastering the more commonly used 捂 first, as it appears frequently in conversation and writing.
Learners often confuse 摀 with 捂, mistakenly using 摀 in everyday conversation where 捂 would be appropriate. For example, saying '我把书摀起来了' instead of '我把书捂起来了' (I covered the book).
Pronunciation of 摀
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Etymology of 摀
hand
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Case file: 摀
- 1The meaning half扌 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half烏 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawayhand
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say to conceal, to hide; to cover with a hand in Chinese
“to conceal, to hide; to cover with a hand” in Chinese is摀
The character 摀 (wǔ) means to conceal or hide something, often by covering it with a hand. It is commonly used in contexts where an object or information needs protection from view or exposure. This character is less frequently used compared to its variant 捂 (wǔ), but it carries the same core meaning.
When to use 摀
Learners should be cautious not to confuse 摀 with its more commonly used variant 捂. While both mean to cover or hide, 捂 is more prevalent in everyday language. Additionally, be mindful of the tone; the third tone (wǔ) can change the meaning if mispronounced.
摀 or something close to it
捂 (wǔ) is a more commonly used variant for covering or concealing, while 摀 (wǔ) is less frequent but carries the same core meaning.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 摀 with 捂, mistakenly using 摀 in everyday conversation where 捂 would be appropriate. For example, saying '我把书摀起来了' instead of '我把书捂起来了' (I covered the book).
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Frequently Asked Questions about 摀
While 摀 is a valid character, it is not commonly used in modern Chinese. Instead, 捂 is preferred.
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