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March 24, 2026
瞽gǔ(gu3)
The character 瞽 (gǔ) primarily refers to being blind or lacking sight. It can also carry the connotation of being undiscerning or foolish in one's judgments. This term is often used in literary contexts or discussions about music, particularly in reference to blind musicians who are skilled despite their visual impairment.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, blind musicians have historically played a significant role in traditional music, showcasing that one's talents can transcend physical limitations. This character often evokes admiration for their skill and resilience.
Memory Tip
Think of a 'guy' who is 'blind' (gǔ) walking with a cane, tapping it on the ground, trying to find his way. The character 瞽 resembles a pair of eyes with a cross (indicating blindness) inside a frame, symbolizing the lack of vision.
Meanings of 瞽
gǔ(gu3)
1blind, stupid; a blind musician
2undiscerning
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AI Study Notes for 瞽
Memory Mnemonic
Think of a 'guy' who is 'blind' (gǔ) walking with a cane, tapping it on the ground, trying to find his way. The character 瞽 resembles a pair of eyes with a cross (indicating blindness) inside a frame, symbolizing the lack of vision.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 瞽 with similar-sounding characters that have different meanings. This term is more formal and might not be used in everyday conversations. Common collocations include 瞽者 (blind person) and 瞽音 (blind music).
HSK Study Tips
Although 瞽 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, it can connect to HSK Level 5 words related to perception and understanding. Students should focus on related terms like 视 (to see) and 聋 (deaf) to understand contrasts in sensory abilities.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, blind musicians have historically played a significant role in traditional music, showcasing that one's talents can transcend physical limitations. This character often evokes admiration for their skill and resilience.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 瞽 with 盲 (máng), which is more commonly used for 'blind.' For example, saying 瞽人 (gǔ rén) instead of 盲人 (máng rén) can lead to confusion.
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Cultural Notes for 瞽
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In Chinese culture, blind musicians have historically played a significant role in traditional music, showcasing that one's talents can transcend physical limitations. This character often evokes admiration for their skill and resilience.
Word Family of 瞽
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瞽gǔblind
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Frequently Asked Questions about 瞽
Synonyms include 盲 (máng), which also means blind, but can be used more broadly.
It's not commonly used in everyday conversation but may appear in literature or formal contexts.
Yes, it can imply a lack of discernment or being foolish in judgment.
