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诚 (chéng) - use 笃 (dǔ) when emphasizing depth and seriousness in character; use 诚 (chéng) for general sincerity or honesty.
Be mindful of using 笃 in formal contexts as it conveys a serious tone. Common collocations include '笃信' (dǔ xìn, to sincerely believe) and '笃厚' (dǔ hòu, sincerity and depth). Avoid using it in casual conversations where lighter terms might be more appropriate.
While 笃 is not included in the HSK, it relates to other words expressing sincerity (诚) and depth (深). Students should focus on the character's structure and how its meaning connects with other related terms, enhancing vocabulary around honesty and seriousness.
Learners sometimes confuse 笃 with similar-sounding words like '独' (dú, alone) or '赌' (dǔ, to gamble). Ensure to use 笃 when referring to sincerity rather than isolation or gambling contexts.
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Etymology of 笃
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How to say deep, serious; genuine, sincere, true in Chinese
“deep, serious; genuine, sincere, true” in Chinese is笃
The character 笃 (dǔ) conveys a sense of depth and seriousness, often associated with sincerity and genuineness. It is frequently used to describe a person's character, especially in contexts where trust and truthfulness are emphasized.
When to use 笃
Be mindful of using 笃 in formal contexts as it conveys a serious tone. Common collocations include '笃信' (dǔ xìn, to sincerely believe) and '笃厚' (dǔ hòu, sincerity and depth). Avoid using it in casual conversations where lighter terms might be more appropriate.
笃 or something close to it
诚 (chéng) - use 笃 (dǔ) when emphasizing depth and seriousness in character; use 诚 (chéng) for general sincerity or honesty.
What learners get wrong
Learners sometimes confuse 笃 with similar-sounding words like '独' (dú, alone) or '赌' (dǔ, to gamble). Ensure to use 笃 when referring to sincerity rather than isolation or gambling contexts.
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Word Family of 笃
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Frequently Asked Questions about 笃
You might say, '他是一个笃信朋友的人' (He is a person who sincerely believes in friendship).
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