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AI Study Notes for 揄
Students often confuse 揄 with similar characters like 举 (jǔ), which also means to lift but is more commonly used. This word has a more formal tone and is typically found in literary or poetic contexts. Be cautious with pronunciation, as the tone can change the meaning.
While 揄 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, understanding it can enhance your comprehension of literary texts. Focus on the components of the character and how they relate to the meanings of lifting and praising, which may connect to other HSK words related to actions or emotions.
Learners often confuse 揄 with other similar-sounding verbs. For instance, some might mistakenly use 揄 when they mean to lift something physically, when 举 would be more appropriate. Always remember that 揄 carries a connotation of praise.
Pronunciation of 揄
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Etymology of 揄
Phonosemantic compound. 扌 represents the meaning and 俞 represents the sound.
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Case file: 揄
Phonosemantic compound. 扌 represents the meaning and 俞 represents the sound.
- 1The meaning half扌 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half俞 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawayhand
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say to lift, to raise; to praise; to hang, to flap in Chinese
“to lift, to raise; to praise; to hang, to flap” in Chinese is揄
The character 揄 (yú) primarily means to lift or raise something, often in a physical sense. It can also imply giving praise or commendation, indicating a sense of elevation in terms of reputation or status. This character is less commonly used in daily conversation and may appear in more formal or literary contexts.
When to use 揄
Students often confuse 揄 with similar characters like 举 (jǔ), which also means to lift but is more commonly used. This word has a more formal tone and is typically found in literary or poetic contexts. Be cautious with pronunciation, as the tone can change the meaning.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 揄 with other similar-sounding verbs. For instance, some might mistakenly use 揄 when they mean to lift something physically, when 举 would be more appropriate. Always remember that 揄 carries a connotation of praise.
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Grammar Patterns of 揄
揄 carries 3 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
Complete the Sentence
“你一定是在等哪位小伙子吧，”她揶____道。
"You must be expecting a young man," she teased.
Example Sentences for 揄 (2)
Word Family of 揄
Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 揄
You can use 揄 in a sentence like: '他对她的表现给予了很高的揄扬。' (He gave her a high praise for her performance.)
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