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勤 (qín) - use 劬 (qú) when emphasizing the toil involved, while 勤 (qín) suggests regularity or habitual diligence.
This character is more commonly found in written Chinese rather than in spoken language. It’s often used in formal contexts, so be cautious about using it in casual conversation. Common collocations include 劬劳 (qú láo), meaning 'to toil'.
While 劬 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects well with other words related to work and effort at higher levels. Students should focus on recognizing how it pairs with 劳 (láo) to deepen their understanding of labor-related vocabulary.
Learners often confuse 劬 with similar characters like 劳 (láo), which also means labor but is more commonly used. For instance, saying 劬劳动 (qú láo dòng) instead of 劳动 (láo dòng) is incorrect. Use 劬 mainly in specific phrases like 劬劳.
Pronunciation of 劬
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Etymology of 劬
strength
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Case file: 劬
- 1The meaning half力 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half句 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawaystrength
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say diligent; to toil, to endeavor in Chinese
“diligent; to toil, to endeavor” in Chinese is劬
The character 劬 (qú) means to be diligent or to toil, emphasizing hard work and effort in various contexts. It often refers to the laborious process of achieving a goal or fulfilling responsibilities, reflecting the value placed on diligence in Chinese culture.
When to use 劬
This character is more commonly found in written Chinese rather than in spoken language. It’s often used in formal contexts, so be cautious about using it in casual conversation. Common collocations include 劬劳 (qú láo), meaning 'to toil'.
劬 or something close to it
勤 (qín) - use 劬 (qú) when emphasizing the toil involved, while 勤 (qín) suggests regularity or habitual diligence.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 劬 with similar characters like 劳 (láo), which also means labor but is more commonly used. For instance, saying 劬劳动 (qú láo dòng) instead of 劳动 (láo dòng) is incorrect. Use 劬 mainly in specific phrases like 劬劳.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 劬
It is pronounced as 'qú' with a rising tone.
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