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Avoid confusing 猢 with other animal characters like 猫 (cat) or 狗 (dog), as they are distinct. This word is informal and often appears in literature or conversations about wildlife. Be mindful of the tone when pronouncing 'hú', as a mispronunciation could lead to confusion.
While 猢 is not in the official HSK vocabulary, students at a similar level should focus on animal-related words. Understanding the structure of this character can help with recognizing other animal names and improve overall vocabulary.
Learners often confuse 猢 with 猴 (hóu), which also means monkey but refers to a different kind. It's important to remember that 猢 specifically denotes a type of monkey found in western China, while 猴 is more general.
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Etymology of 猢
animal
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Decomposition of 猢
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How to say a kind of monkey found in western China in Chinese
“a kind of monkey found in western China” in Chinese is猢
The character 猢 (hú) refers to a type of monkey, specifically those found in western China. It is commonly used in contexts relating to animals, nature, or cultural references involving monkeys, often symbolizing playfulness or mischief.
When to use 猢
Avoid confusing 猢 with other animal characters like 猫 (cat) or 狗 (dog), as they are distinct. This word is informal and often appears in literature or conversations about wildlife. Be mindful of the tone when pronouncing 'hú', as a mispronunciation could lead to confusion.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 猢 with 猴 (hóu), which also means monkey but refers to a different kind. It's important to remember that 猢 specifically denotes a type of monkey found in western China, while 猴 is more general.
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Grammar patterns of 猢
猢 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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树倒____狲散.
When the boss falls from power , his lackeys disperse.
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Frequently asked questions about 猢
It is pronounced as 'hú', with a rising tone.
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