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March 24, 2026
疙gē(ge1)
The character 疙 (gē) refers to small, raised bumps on the skin, commonly known as pimples or warts. It is often used to describe minor skin irritations or blemishes, and can appear in both medical contexts and everyday conversation about skin health.
Strokes8Radical疒Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine, skin ailments like pimples can be associated with internal imbalances, reflecting the holistic view of health where external symptoms indicate internal issues.
Memory Tip
Imagine a small, round pimple on your skin that 'gē' (sounds like 'gah') makes you feel uncomfortable. Visualize a tiny bump that is both annoying and a little funny, helping you remember the shape of the character as a raised lump.
Meanings of 疙
gē(ge1)
1pimple
2wart
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About 疙
疙Simplified
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 疙
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a small, round pimple on your skin that 'gē' (sounds like 'gah') makes you feel uncomfortable. Visualize a tiny bump that is both annoying and a little funny, helping you remember the shape of the character as a raised lump.
Usage Notes
Be cautious when using 疙 in formal contexts, as it may sound too informal or colloquial. It is often used in phrases related to skin conditions, such as 疙瘩 (gēda) meaning 'pimple' or 'lump.' Also, remember that the tone is important; mispronouncing it can lead to confusion with other characters.
HSK Study Tips
While 疙 is not an HSK word, it can be useful for learners at HSK 3 and above who are expanding their vocabulary related to health and body. Students should focus on recognizing it in context and understanding its connotation regarding skin conditions.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese medicine, skin ailments like pimples can be associated with internal imbalances, reflecting the holistic view of health where external symptoms indicate internal issues.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 疙 with similar-sounding characters, such as 嘎 (gā), which means 'to creak.' For example, saying '嘎' when referring to a pimple is incorrect; use '疙' instead.
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Grammar Patterns of 疙
疙 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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只要他一走进房间，她仍旧会起鸡皮____瘩。
She still got goose bumps whenever he walked into the room.
Example Sentences for 疙 (3)
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只要他一走进房间，她仍旧会起鸡皮疙瘩。
zhī yào tā yī zǒu jìn fáng jiān， ， tā réng jiù huì qǐ jī pí gē。
She still got goose bumps whenever he walked into the room.
2
冻得我直起鸡皮疙瘩.
dòng dé wǒ zhí qǐ jī pí gē dá.
It was so cold I was gooseflesh all over.
3
他脸皮上的疙疙瘩瘩紫得快发黑了.
tā liǎn pí shàng de gē gē dá dá zǐ dé kuài fā hēi le.
The dark lump on his face turned a dull purple.
Cultural Notes for 疙
🏮Cultural insight
In traditional Chinese medicine, skin ailments like pimples can be associated with internal imbalances, reflecting the holistic view of health where external symptoms indicate internal issues.
Word Family of 疙
Words Containing This Character5
鸡皮疙瘩goose pimples雞皮疙瘩
疙瘩gēdapimple
宝贝疙瘩(of a child) apple of one's eye寶貝疙瘩
疙gēpimple
疙疸same as 疙瘩[gēda], swelling
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Compound Meaning
What does 鸡皮疙瘩 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 疙
In a medical context, 疙 refers to skin blemishes like pimples or warts, often indicating minor irritations.
Yes, while it primarily refers to pimples, it can also describe other small bumps, such as warts or pustules.
