Meanings of 蹂
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踩 (cǎi, to step on) - use 蹂 (róu) when emphasizing oppression or force, whereas 踩 (cǎi) is more neutral and simply refers to the act of stepping.
Be cautious with the tone, as 'róu' is pronounced with a rising tone. It's commonly used in both formal and informal contexts but might be more prevalent in written Chinese or serious discussions. Collocations include phrases like '蹂躏' (róulìn), meaning to ravage or devastate.
This character is not included in HSK levels, but students at HSK 4 and above should focus on its usage in literature and discussions about social issues. Connecting 蹂 with characters like 踏 (tà, to step) can also deepen understanding of related concepts.
A common mistake is confusing 蹂 (róu) with 踏 (tà), which also involves stepping but has a neutral or even positive connotation. For example, saying '我蹂了这本书' (I trampled this book) is incorrect; use '我踩了这本书' (I stepped on this book) instead.
Pronunciation of 蹂
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Etymology of 蹂
foot
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Case file: 蹂
- 1The meaning half足 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half柔 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawayfoot
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say to trample, to tread on in Chinese
“to trample, to tread on” in Chinese is蹂
The character 蹂 (róu) means 'to trample' or 'to tread on.' It is often used in contexts that convey a sense of oppression or forceful action, such as trampling on rights or values. The nuance suggests a lack of respect or care for what is being trampled upon.
When to use 蹂
Be cautious with the tone, as 'róu' is pronounced with a rising tone. It's commonly used in both formal and informal contexts but might be more prevalent in written Chinese or serious discussions. Collocations include phrases like '蹂躏' (róulìn), meaning to ravage or devastate.
蹂 or something close to it
踩 (cǎi, to step on) - use 蹂 (róu) when emphasizing oppression or force, whereas 踩 (cǎi) is more neutral and simply refers to the act of stepping.
What learners get wrong
A common mistake is confusing 蹂 (róu) with 踏 (tà), which also involves stepping but has a neutral or even positive connotation. For example, saying '我蹂了这本书' (I trampled this book) is incorrect; use '我踩了这本书' (I stepped on this book) instead.
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Word Family of 蹂
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Frequently Asked Questions about 蹂
You can say '他蹂躏了这片土地' (He trampled on this land) to illustrate its usage.
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