Meanings of 盥
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AI Study Notes for 盥
Be careful not to confuse 盥 with similar characters like 浸 (jìn) which means 'to soak'. This character is more formal and might be used in medical instructions or hygiene posters. It's less common in everyday conversation.
While 盥 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, understanding it can enhance your comprehension of texts that discuss health or hygiene. Focus on related words like 洗手 (xǐshǒu) which means 'to wash hands'.
Learners often confuse 盥 with 洗 (xǐ), thinking they are interchangeable. Remember, 盥 is used in more formal contexts, while 洗 is more commonly used in daily speech.
Pronunciation of 盥
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Etymology of 盥
Washing 水 one's hands 彐 in a basin 皿
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Case file: 盥
- 1The giveawayWashing 水 one's hands 彐 in a basin 皿
- 2On the record asideographic — someone drew an idea rather than an object.
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Decomposition of 盥
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How to say to wash in Chinese
“to wash” in Chinese is盥
The character 盥 (guàn) means 'to wash', particularly referring to the act of washing hands. It is commonly used in contexts related to hygiene and cleanliness, especially in medical or formal settings where handwashing is emphasized.
When to use 盥
Be careful not to confuse 盥 with similar characters like 浸 (jìn) which means 'to soak'. This character is more formal and might be used in medical instructions or hygiene posters. It's less common in everyday conversation.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 盥 with 洗 (xǐ), thinking they are interchangeable. Remember, 盥 is used in more formal contexts, while 洗 is more commonly used in daily speech.
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Grammar Patterns of 盥
盥 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.
Complete the Sentence
他跪在溪边, 马马虎虎地____洗了一下.
Kneeling beside the stream, he made a rough toilet.
Example Sentences for 盥 (1)
Word Family of 盥
Compound Meaning
What does 盥洗室 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 盥
No, 盥 is more formal and often appears in specific contexts related to hygiene.
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