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AI Study Notes for 疙
Be cautious when using 疙 in formal contexts, as it may sound too informal or colloquial. It is often used in phrases related to skin conditions, such as 疙瘩 (gēda) meaning 'pimple' or 'lump.' Also, remember that the tone is important; mispronouncing it can lead to confusion with other characters.
While 疙 is not an HSK word, it can be useful for learners at HSK 3 and above who are expanding their vocabulary related to health and body. Students should focus on recognizing it in context and understanding its connotation regarding skin conditions.
Learners often confuse 疙 with similar-sounding characters, such as 嘎 (gā), which means 'to creak.' For example, saying '嘎' when referring to a pimple is incorrect; use '疙' instead.
Pronunciation of 疙
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Etymology of 疙
Phonosemantic compound. 疒 represents the meaning and 乞 represents the sound.
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Case file: 疙
Phonosemantic compound. 疒 represents the meaning and 乞 represents the sound.
- 1The meaning half疒 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half乞 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawaysickness
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say pimple in Chinese
“pimple” in Chinese is疙
The character 疙 (gē) refers to small, raised bumps on the skin, commonly known as pimples or warts. It is often used to describe minor skin irritations or blemishes, and can appear in both medical contexts and everyday conversation about skin health.
When to use 疙
Be cautious when using 疙 in formal contexts, as it may sound too informal or colloquial. It is often used in phrases related to skin conditions, such as 疙瘩 (gēda) meaning 'pimple' or 'lump.' Also, remember that the tone is important; mispronouncing it can lead to confusion with other characters.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 疙 with similar-sounding characters, such as 嘎 (gā), which means 'to creak.' For example, saying '嘎' when referring to a pimple is incorrect; use '疙' instead.
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Grammar Patterns of 疙
疙 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 3 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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只要他一走进房间，她仍旧会起鸡皮____瘩。
She still got goose bumps whenever he walked into the room.
Example Sentences for 疙 (3)
Word Family of 疙
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What does 鸡皮疙瘩 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 疙
In a medical context, 疙 refers to skin blemishes like pimples or warts, often indicating minor irritations.
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