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AI Study Notes for 裾
Be mindful that 裾 is typically used in more formal contexts related to clothing. Common mistakes include confusing it with similar-sounding words; ensure you use 裾 specifically for hems and lapels. It often collocates with terms related to fashion, such as 裙子 (skirt) and 上衣 (top).
Although 裾 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects well with clothing-related words you might encounter. Focus on related garments and their descriptions, as this will assist in expanding your vocabulary around fashion.
Learners often confuse 裾 with 衣 (yī), which means clothing in general. A wrong example would be saying '我喜欢衣的设计' (I like the design of the clothing) when discussing the hem; it should be '我喜欢裾的设计' (I like the design of the hem).
Pronunciation of 裾
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Etymology of 裾
clothes
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Case file: 裾
- 1The meaning half衤 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half居 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawayclothes
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say hem, lapel; skirt in Chinese
“hem, lapel; skirt” in Chinese is裾
The character 裾 (jū) refers to the hem or lapel of a garment, such as a skirt or coat. It is commonly used in the context of fashion and clothing, highlighting the lower edge of a piece of clothing that often hangs or drapes. The term captures not only the physical aspect of garments but also can imply style and elegance in clothing.
When to use 裾
Be mindful that 裾 is typically used in more formal contexts related to clothing. Common mistakes include confusing it with similar-sounding words; ensure you use 裾 specifically for hems and lapels. It often collocates with terms related to fashion, such as 裙子 (skirt) and 上衣 (top).
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 裾 with 衣 (yī), which means clothing in general. A wrong example would be saying '我喜欢衣的设计' (I like the design of the clothing) when discussing the hem; it should be '我喜欢裾的设计' (I like the design of the hem).
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In everyday conversation, 裾 is often used in discussions about fashion, tailoring, or when describing the fit of a garment.
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