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奢 (shē) - use 奓 (zhā) when emphasizing the act of extravagance or excess, rather than just the state of being luxurious.
Be cautious not to confuse 奓 with its modern variants 奢 or 侈, as they are more commonly used in contemporary language. This character is more formal and may not be used in everyday conversation, making it suitable for literary or historical contexts.
Although 奓 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, understanding it can enhance your comprehension of related terms like 奢 and 侈, which are at HSK levels 5 and 6. Focus on recognizing its usage in classical literature and historical texts.
Learners often confuse 奓 with 奢 and 侈 due to their similar meanings. For example, using 奓 in a casual conversation about luxury goods would be incorrect; instead, use 奢. Correct: 奢侈品 (luxury goods).
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Etymology of 奓
Excessive 多 largess 大
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How to say extravagant in Chinese
“extravagant” in Chinese is奓
The character 奓 (zhā) primarily means extravagant or lavish, often in a context that implies excessiveness. It can also refer to the act of opening or spreading something. This character is an older variant of 奢 (shē) and 侈 (chǐ), which similarly convey themes of luxury and excess.
When to use 奓
Be cautious not to confuse 奓 with its modern variants 奢 or 侈, as they are more commonly used in contemporary language. This character is more formal and may not be used in everyday conversation, making it suitable for literary or historical contexts.
奓 or something close to it
奢 (shē) - use 奓 (zhā) when emphasizing the act of extravagance or excess, rather than just the state of being luxurious.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 奓 with 奢 and 侈 due to their similar meanings. For example, using 奓 in a casual conversation about luxury goods would be incorrect; instead, use 奢. Correct: 奢侈品 (luxury goods).
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No, 奓 is considered an old variant and is rarely used in contemporary language.
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