Meanings of 錘
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AI Study Notes for 錘
锤 (chuí) vs 锤子 (chuízi): Use 錘 when referring to the tool in a general sense, while 锤子 is the more specific term for a hammer as an object.
Be careful not to confuse 錘 with similar-sounding words that have different meanings, as tone is crucial in Mandarin. It is an informal term and is commonly used in practical contexts like workshops or DIY projects. Typical collocations include phrases like '锤子' (chuízi) meaning 'hammer tool'.
Although 錘 is not on the official HSK list, it can be linked to related vocabulary at higher levels concerning tools and construction. Focus on learning associated terms and practice using this character in context with other tool-related vocabulary.
Learners often confuse 錘 with 锤, especially when writing, as they sound the same but have different forms. Always double-check which version you need based on the context.
Pronunciation of 錘
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Etymology of 錘
Phonosemantic compound. 钅 represents the meaning and 垂 represents the sound. Simplified form of 錘.
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Case file: 錘
Phonosemantic compound. 钅 represents the meaning and 垂 represents the sound. Simplified form of 錘.
- 1The meaning half釒 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half垂 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawaymetal
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say hammer in Chinese
“hammer” in Chinese is錘
The character 錘 (chuí) means 'hammer' and is commonly used to refer to the tool used for driving nails or breaking objects. It can also symbolize strength or force in various contexts, such as in idiomatic expressions. This term is often encountered in discussions about construction or craftsmanship.
When to use 錘
Be careful not to confuse 錘 with similar-sounding words that have different meanings, as tone is crucial in Mandarin. It is an informal term and is commonly used in practical contexts like workshops or DIY projects. Typical collocations include phrases like '锤子' (chuízi) meaning 'hammer tool'.
錘 or something close to it
锤 (chuí) vs 锤子 (chuízi): Use 錘 when referring to the tool in a general sense, while 锤子 is the more specific term for a hammer as an object.
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Learners often confuse 錘 with 锤, especially when writing, as they sound the same but have different forms. Always double-check which version you need based on the context.
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Word Family of 錘
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Frequently Asked Questions about 錘
The correct pronunciation is 'chuí', with the second tone. Make sure to practice the rising intonation.
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