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举手 (jǔshǒu) vs 抬手 (táishǒu) — use 举手 when indicating a desire to speak or respond, while 抬手 is more general for the action of lifting the hand without the context of signaling.
Be careful to pronounce the tones correctly, as 'ju3' and 'shou3' are both third tones and can easily be confused with other words. It is commonly used in both formal and informal settings, such as classrooms or meetings, but remember to use it in the correct context of signaling or asking for permission.
Although '举手' is not explicitly listed in HSK levels, it is useful for learners at HSK 1-2. Focus on the characters separately, as they often appear in other contexts like '举' in '举例' (to give an example) and '手' in '手里' (in hand).
Learners often confuse the meaning and use of 举手 with other actions, such as '握手' (to shake hands). Make sure to use 举手 when specifically referring to raising a hand, not for other hand actions.
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How to say to raise a hand in Chinese
“to raise a hand” in Chinese is举手
举手 (jǔ shǒu) means 'to raise a hand' or 'to put up one's hand', often used in contexts such as indicating a desire to speak or respond in a classroom setting. It conveys the action of signaling attention or intention and can also indicate participation in discussions or activities.
When to use 举手
Be careful to pronounce the tones correctly, as 'ju3' and 'shou3' are both third tones and can easily be confused with other words. It is commonly used in both formal and informal settings, such as classrooms or meetings, but remember to use it in the correct context of signaling or asking for permission.
举手 or something close to it
举手 (jǔshǒu) vs 抬手 (táishǒu) — use 举手 when indicating a desire to speak or respond, while 抬手 is more general for the action of lifting the hand without the context of signaling.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse the meaning and use of 举手 with other actions, such as '握手' (to shake hands). Make sure to use 举手 when specifically referring to raising a hand, not for other hand actions.
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You can say, '请大家举手' (qǐng dàjiā jǔ shǒu) which means 'Please everyone raise your hands'.
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