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颈 (jǐng) refers specifically to the neck region but is often used in more technical or medical contexts, while 脖 (bó) is more commonly used in everyday language.
Be cautious with the tone when saying 脖 (bó) as it is a second tone. Common collocations include phrases like 脖子痛 (bózi tòng - neck pain) or 伸脖 (shēn bó - to stretch one's neck). It's informal and typically used in everyday conversation.
Although 脖 is not included in the HSK lists, it is relevant for learners at an intermediate level (HSK 3-4) as it connects to body parts vocabulary. Students should focus on pronunciation and common phrases involving body parts.
Learners often confuse 脖 (bó) with similar-sounding words. For example, saying 颈 (jǐng - neck) instead of 脖 (bó) can lead to confusion, as both refer to the neck but are used in different contexts.
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Etymology of 脖
flesh
Origin
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Decomposition of 脖
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How to say neck in Chinese
“neck” in Chinese is脖
The character 脖 (bó) refers specifically to the neck, the part of the body that connects the head to the torso. It is often used in contexts relating to anatomy, health, or expressions about posture and movement.
When to use 脖
Be cautious with the tone when saying 脖 (bó) as it is a second tone. Common collocations include phrases like 脖子痛 (bózi tòng - neck pain) or 伸脖 (shēn bó - to stretch one's neck). It's informal and typically used in everyday conversation.
脖 or something close to it
颈 (jǐng) refers specifically to the neck region but is often used in more technical or medical contexts, while 脖 (bó) is more commonly used in everyday language.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 脖 (bó) with similar-sounding words. For example, saying 颈 (jǐng - neck) instead of 脖 (bó) can lead to confusion, as both refer to the neck but are used in different contexts.
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Grammar Patterns of 脖
脖 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). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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它猛地朝我的脚____子咬下去，牙齿还咔咔直响。
His teeth clicked as he snapped at my ankle.
Common Confusions with 脖
Same pronunciation but different meanings and usage
Same pronunciation but different meanings and usage
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Word Family of 脖
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Frequently Asked Questions about 脖
The character 脖 is pronounced with a rising tone, bó, which is the second tone in Mandarin.
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