Meanings of 狒
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AI Study Notes for 狒
Imagine a 'fey' creature with a baboon's face and a mischievous grin. The left radical '犭' (dog) hints at its animal nature, while the right part '非' sounds like 'féi' and suggests a playful spirit, connecting the character to its meaning.
When using 狒, it's common to pair it with other animal names, but avoid using it in overly formal contexts as it pertains to wildlife. Be careful with the tone; 'fèi' should be pronounced in the fourth tone to avoid confusion with other words.
While 狒 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, students at higher levels (HSK 4 and above) may encounter it in texts related to animals or nature. Focus on the character's radicals to better understand its structure and memorize it with related animal terms.
In Chinese culture, animals like baboons may represent certain personality traits, such as cleverness or mischief. They are often depicted in folklore and art, showcasing their social dynamics in the wild.
Learners often confuse 狒 with similar characters such as 狼 (láng - wolf) due to similar elements. Ensure you remember its unique pronunciation and meaning to avoid this mistake.
Pronunciation of 狒
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Etymology of 狒
Phonosemantic compound. 犭 represents the meaning and 弗 represents the sound.
animal
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Decomposition of 狒
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Grammar Patterns of 狒
狒 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 2 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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____狒会折断侧枝和顶梢.
Baboons could break branches and leaders.
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Cultural Notes for 狒
In Chinese culture, animals like baboons may represent certain personality traits, such as cleverness or mischief. They are often depicted in folklore and art, showcasing their social dynamics in the wild.
Word Family of 狒
Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 狒
It is pronounced as 'fèi' with a falling tone.