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Be careful not to confuse 髖 with other similar-sounding terms related to parts of the body, such as 腰 (yāo, waist). This character is more formal and specific; using it in casual conversation might sound overly technical. Common collocations include 髖关节 (hip joint) and 髖部 (hip area).
Although 髖 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it is beneficial for HSK learners aiming for higher proficiency, particularly in medical or health-related contexts. Students should focus on its pronunciation and usage in sentences involving body parts or health discussions.
Learners often confuse 髖 with 腰 (yāo) due to the similarity in body part references. For example, saying 髖 instead of 腰 when referring to the waist is incorrect; the correct usage would be 腰部 (waist area).
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Etymology of 髖
Phonosemantic compound. 骨 represents the meaning and 宽 represents the sound. Simplified form of 髖.
bone
Origin
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Decomposition of 髖
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How to say hip, pelvis in Chinese
“hip, pelvis” in Chinese is髖
The character 髖 (kuān) refers specifically to the hip or pelvis area of the body. It is commonly used in medical or anatomical contexts, often relating to discussions about health, exercise, or injuries involving the hips. Understanding this term is essential for those studying anatomy or engaging in physical activities that involve hip movement.
When to use 髖
Be careful not to confuse 髖 with other similar-sounding terms related to parts of the body, such as 腰 (yāo, waist). This character is more formal and specific; using it in casual conversation might sound overly technical. Common collocations include 髖关节 (hip joint) and 髖部 (hip area).
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 髖 with 腰 (yāo) due to the similarity in body part references. For example, saying 髖 instead of 腰 when referring to the waist is incorrect; the correct usage would be 腰部 (waist area).
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It is pronounced as 'kuān'.
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