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AI Study Notes for 浊
浊 (zhuó) vs 混 (hùn) — use 浊 for describing turbid or impure liquids specifically, while 混 can refer to a mixture or blending of substances.
Learners often confuse 浊 with 清 (qīng), which means 'clear' or 'pure.' It's important to use 浊 in contexts involving impurities or dirtiness. Additionally, this word is more formal and may not be used in casual conversation; instead, phrases like 脏 (zāng) may be preferred for everyday use.
While 浊 is not specifically listed in the HSK levels, it connects to HSK Level 4 vocabulary concerning environmental terms and health. Students should focus on recognizing its usage in context, especially when discussing water quality or environmental issues.
Learners sometimes mistakenly use 浊 to describe clear substances, like saying '这个水很浊' (This water is very turbid) when referring to clear water. The correct usage would be '这个水很清' (This water is very clear).
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Etymology of 浊
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How to say turbid in Chinese
“turbid” in Chinese is浊
The character 浊 (zhuó) refers to something that is turbid, muddy, or impure, often used to describe liquids such as water that are not clear. It can also metaphorically describe things that are contaminated or morally impure. This term is commonly encountered in environmental discussions or when discussing the quality of substances.
When to use 浊
Learners often confuse 浊 with 清 (qīng), which means 'clear' or 'pure.' It's important to use 浊 in contexts involving impurities or dirtiness. Additionally, this word is more formal and may not be used in casual conversation; instead, phrases like 脏 (zāng) may be preferred for everyday use.
浊 or something close to it
浊 (zhuó) vs 混 (hùn) — use 浊 for describing turbid or impure liquids specifically, while 混 can refer to a mixture or blending of substances.
What learners get wrong
Learners sometimes mistakenly use 浊 to describe clear substances, like saying '这个水很浊' (This water is very turbid) when referring to clear water. The correct usage would be '这个水很清' (This water is very clear).
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Grammar Patterns of 浊
浊 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 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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它的碗具粗糙,空气混____, 汤菜淡如水,餐巾薄如绢.
Its crockery and atmosphere were thick; its soup and napery thin.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 浊
You can say '这条河水很浊' (This river's water is very turbid).
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