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This term is more formal and is often found in legal contexts or literature rather than in everyday conversation. Common collocations include '监狱' (jiānyù, jail) and '被囚' (bèi qiú, to be imprisoned). Be cautious with the tone; mispronouncing 'yǔ' with the wrong tone can change the meaning.
Although 圄 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, it is beneficial for learners at higher levels to understand legal and social issues in Chinese. It connects to the study of related terms about crime and justice, such as '罪' (zuì, crime) and '惩罚' (chéngfá, punishment). Focus on characters that are related to the legal system.
Learners often confuse 圄 with similar-sounding characters like '与' (yǔ, to give) due to the tonal differences. For example, saying '与' when you mean '圄' would be incorrect. Always ensure you are using the correct tone and context.
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Etymology of 圄
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How to say prison, jail in Chinese
“prison, jail” in Chinese is圄
The character 圄 (yǔ) refers to a prison or jail, primarily used in written Chinese. It denotes a place of confinement for those who have committed crimes, emphasizing the physical structure rather than the moral implications of imprisonment. It can also function as a verb meaning 'to imprison.'
When to use 圄
This term is more formal and is often found in legal contexts or literature rather than in everyday conversation. Common collocations include '监狱' (jiānyù, jail) and '被囚' (bèi qiú, to be imprisoned). Be cautious with the tone; mispronouncing 'yǔ' with the wrong tone can change the meaning.
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Learners often confuse 圄 with similar-sounding characters like '与' (yǔ, to give) due to the tonal differences. For example, saying '与' when you mean '圄' would be incorrect. Always ensure you are using the correct tone and context.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 圄
It is pronounced 'yǔ' with a falling tone.
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