Meanings of 谫
By ear
Play it, then pick what 谫 means.
About 谫
Podcast: 谫
Podcast: 谫
Listen to Jason & Amy break down this word for you
New here?
AI Study Notes for 谫
浅 (qiǎn) - use 谫 (jiǎn) for a more nuanced or metaphorical sense of shallowness, while 浅 (qiǎn) typically describes physical depth.
Be cautious when using 谫, as it can carry a negative connotation when describing someone's intellect or opinions. It is more common in written Chinese and can appear in formal discussions or critiques, so ensure that the context is appropriate to avoid sounding overly harsh.
Although 谫 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it can be connected to other words describing qualities or characteristics, such as 浅 (qiǎn, shallow). Learners should focus on understanding the nuances of depth in both physical and metaphorical senses to fully appreciate its usage.
Learners often confuse 谫 with 浅, using them interchangeably. Remember, 浅 is broader and can refer to physical depth, while 谫 focuses specifically on a lack of intellectual depth, as in '他的见解很谫' (His perspective is very shallow).
Pronunciation of 谫
Drill the tone of 谫 with AI-powered exercises, get instant feedback, and earn XP toward mastery. Interactive tone practice is part of Pro.
Jason Explains 谫 to You
Let me explain 谫 for you
Make it yours
Jason looks at what you watch and listen to, the checkpoints you have cleared, our lessons and what you have been exploring, and explains 谫 through them.
Sign in free to make it personal. New accounts start with 300 AI credits.
How Well Do You Know 谫?
Learning Lab
Knowing 谫 is seven skills, not one.
Its meaning, its character, its pinyin, its tone — hearing it, saying it, writing it. The Learning Lab measures each one from your own practice, on every word you study, so you see what you actually know rather than how much you have done.
- MeaningFree
- CharacterFree
- PinyinFree
- TonePro
- ListeningPro
- SpeakingPro
- WritingPro
Etymology of 谫
speech
Origin
谫 = 讠 + 剪. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 谫
Parts
Which of these is part of 谫?
How to say shallow; stupid in Chinese
“shallow; stupid” in Chinese is谫
The character 谫 (jiǎn) refers to something that is shallow or superficial, often implying a lack of depth in thought or understanding. It can describe both physical shallowness, like water, and metaphorical shallow thinking, suggesting a simplistic or naive perspective in various contexts.
When to use 谫
Be cautious when using 谫, as it can carry a negative connotation when describing someone's intellect or opinions. It is more common in written Chinese and can appear in formal discussions or critiques, so ensure that the context is appropriate to avoid sounding overly harsh.
谫 or something close to it
浅 (qiǎn) - use 谫 (jiǎn) for a more nuanced or metaphorical sense of shallowness, while 浅 (qiǎn) typically describes physical depth.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 谫 with 浅, using them interchangeably. Remember, 浅 is broader and can refer to physical depth, while 谫 focuses specifically on a lack of intellectual depth, as in '他的见解很谫' (His perspective is very shallow).
Write 谫
New here? to save your writing progress and earn XP.
Practice writing 谫 stroke by stroke. Watch the animation to learn the stroke order, then try writing it yourself.
Ask Jason
Have a question about 谫?
Jason answers about this word at your level: example sentences, how it differs from similar words, and a way to remember it.
Sign in free to ask. New accounts start with 300 AI credits.
Word Family of 谫
Frequently Asked Questions about 谫
No, 谫 is more often found in written texts or formal critiques rather than in everyday spoken language.
Jason Recommends
Not sure what to learn after 谫?
Jason picks three words from your level and explains why each one is worth your time next. It takes a free account so he knows what you already know.