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瑕 (xiá) - use 疵 (cī) for defects in quality or health, while 瑕 (xiá) often refers to minor flaws or imperfections that are less severe.
When using 疵, be mindful that it carries a negative connotation, so it is often used in critical contexts. Common collocations include '疵点' (flaw point) and '皮肤疵' (skin blemish). Avoid using it in overly formal contexts where a softer term might be more appropriate.
Although not part of the HSK vocabulary, understanding 疵 can enhance comprehension of related terms and concepts, especially those discussing quality and health. Focus on its usage in descriptive contexts to build vocabulary around imperfections.
Learners often confuse 疵 with other characters like 缺 (quē) which means 'lack' but does not carry the same implication of a defect. For example, saying '这件衣服有缺' (This piece of clothing has a lack) is incorrect; it should be '这件衣服有疵' (This piece of clothing has a flaw).
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Etymology of 疵
Phonosemantic compound. 疒 represents the meaning and 此 represents the sound.
sickness
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How to say flaw, fault, defect; disease in Chinese
“flaw, fault, defect; disease” in Chinese is疵
The character 疵 (cī) refers to a flaw, defect, or blemish, often used in contexts where one is discussing imperfections in objects, quality, or health. It can also indicate a disease or ailment, emphasizing the negative aspect of something that is not perfect or healthy.
When to use 疵
When using 疵, be mindful that it carries a negative connotation, so it is often used in critical contexts. Common collocations include '疵点' (flaw point) and '皮肤疵' (skin blemish). Avoid using it in overly formal contexts where a softer term might be more appropriate.
疵 or something close to it
瑕 (xiá) - use 疵 (cī) for defects in quality or health, while 瑕 (xiá) often refers to minor flaws or imperfections that are less severe.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 疵 with other characters like 缺 (quē) which means 'lack' but does not carry the same implication of a defect. For example, saying '这件衣服有缺' (This piece of clothing has a lack) is incorrect; it should be '这件衣服有疵' (This piece of clothing has a flaw).
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Grammar patterns of 疵
疵 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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It generally refers to a flaw or defect, often in objects or health.
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