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骂 (mà, to scold) - use 誚 (qiào) when the scolding is more critical or derisive in tone.
This character is typically used in more serious contexts, so be cautious about using it in casual conversations. Learners often confuse it with 叫 (jiào), which means 'to call' or 'to shout.' Remember that 誚 implies negativity, while 叫 does not.
Although 誚 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it can enhance your understanding of more advanced phrases involving criticism and scolding. Focus on recognizing it in written texts, as it may appear in literary works or critiques.
Learners often misuse 誚 by using it interchangeably with 说 (shuō), which means 'to say' or 'to speak.' For example, saying '我说你' (wǒ shuō nǐ) instead of '我誚你' (wǒ qiào nǐ) can change the meaning from a neutral statement to a critical one.
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Etymology of 誚
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Case file: 誚
- 1The meaning half言 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half肖 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawayspeech
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say to scold, to blame; to ridicule, to criticize in Chinese
“to scold, to blame; to ridicule, to criticize” in Chinese is誚
The character 誚 (qiào) refers to the act of scolding or blaming someone, often in a critical or derisive manner. It is commonly used in contexts where someone is reprimanding another for their actions or decisions, and can also imply ridicule or harsh criticism.
When to use 誚
This character is typically used in more serious contexts, so be cautious about using it in casual conversations. Learners often confuse it with 叫 (jiào), which means 'to call' or 'to shout.' Remember that 誚 implies negativity, while 叫 does not.
誚 or something close to it
骂 (mà, to scold) - use 誚 (qiào) when the scolding is more critical or derisive in tone.
What learners get wrong
Learners often misuse 誚 by using it interchangeably with 说 (shuō), which means 'to say' or 'to speak.' For example, saying '我说你' (wǒ shuō nǐ) instead of '我誚你' (wǒ qiào nǐ) can change the meaning from a neutral statement to a critical one.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 誚
No, it is more often found in written contexts, literature, or formal discussions about criticism.
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