Meanings of 獭
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AI Study Notes for 獭
Imagine an otter (獭) swimming gracefully in a river, its rounded body resembling the shape of the character itself. The radical 犬 (dog) hints at its animal nature, while the sound 'tǎ' can remind you of the playful splashes the otter makes as it dives.
This word is relatively informal and might not be frequently used in everyday conversation unless discussing wildlife or ecology. Be mindful of the tone; mispronouncing it as tǎ can lead to confusion with other tones in Mandarin.
Although 獭 is not included in the official HSK levels, it can be a useful addition for learners interested in animal vocabulary. Focus on the pronunciation and context to connect it with other animal-related terms like 狗 (gǒu, dog) and 猫 (māo, cat).
In Chinese culture, animals like the otter symbolize playfulness and intelligence, often featured in folk tales and children's stories. They also play a role in discussions about environmental preservation, especially in regions where they are native.
Learners often confuse 獭 with other similar animal characters like 狐 (hú, fox) or 猫 (māo, cat). Remember that 獭 specifically means 'otter' and not any other animal.
Pronunciation of 獭
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Etymology of 獭
Phonosemantic compound. 犭 represents the meaning and 赖 represents the sound. Simplified form of 獺.
animal
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Decomposition of 獭
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Grammar Patterns of 獭
獭 carries 2 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
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人们正试图把水____引诱回河里去.
An attempt is being made to entice otters back to the river.
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Cultural Notes for 獭
In Chinese culture, animals like the otter symbolize playfulness and intelligence, often featured in folk tales and children's stories. They also play a role in discussions about environmental preservation, especially in regions where they are native.
Word Family of 獭
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Frequently Asked Questions about 獭
The correct pronunciation is tǎ, with a falling tone.
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