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Be careful not to confuse 狙 (jū) with similar-sounding characters, as it can lead to misunderstandings, especially in informal speech. This character is more common in written language and may not be used frequently in everyday conversation. Common collocations include 狙击 (jūjī), meaning 'to ambush' or 'sniper'.
While 狙 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it can be an interesting addition for learners at HSK 4 and above, as it relates to themes of action and observation. Students should focus on the pronunciation and usage in specific contexts, especially in literature or formal writing.
Learners often confuse 狙 (jū) with 猴 (hóu), leading to incorrect usage when referring to monkeys. For instance, saying '我看到了一只狙' (I saw a jū) instead of '我看到了一只猴' (I saw a hóu) would be incorrect if simply referring to a monkey.
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Etymology of 狙
Phonosemantic compound. 犭 represents the meaning and 且 represents the sound.
animal
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狙 = 犭 + 且. What kind of character does that make it?
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How to say monkey, ape; to spy, to watch for; to lie in ambush in Chinese
“monkey, ape; to spy, to watch for; to lie in ambush” in Chinese is狙
The character 狙 (jū) primarily refers to a type of monkey or ape, particularly a macaque. In a broader context, it can also mean to spy, to watch for, or to lie in ambush, often implying a sense of stealth or cunning. This character is commonly used in contexts involving observation or subtlety.
When to use 狙
Be careful not to confuse 狙 (jū) with similar-sounding characters, as it can lead to misunderstandings, especially in informal speech. This character is more common in written language and may not be used frequently in everyday conversation. Common collocations include 狙击 (jūjī), meaning 'to ambush' or 'sniper'.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 狙 (jū) with 猴 (hóu), leading to incorrect usage when referring to monkeys. For instance, saying '我看到了一只狙' (I saw a jū) instead of '我看到了一只猴' (I saw a hóu) would be incorrect if simply referring to a monkey.
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Grammar patterns of 狙
狙 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. 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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一颗____击手的子弹打烂了他头顶上方两英寸地方的墙头.
A sniper's bullet tore up a wall two inches above his head.
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In this context, 狙 implies a stealthy observation or watching someone closely, similar to how a predator observes its prey.
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