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AI Study Notes for 诟
抨击 (pēngjī) - use 诟 when the criticism is more about scolding or insulting, while 抨击 implies a more formal or aggressive attack.
Common mistakes include using 诟 in a neutral context; it is strictly negative. Be cautious with tone; the correct pronunciation is 'gòu' (fourth tone), which can be confused with the first tone 'gōu' (to gather). It is more formal than colloquial expressions of scolding.
While 诟 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, it connects with other negative expressions in advanced levels. Focus on recognizing its usage in literature or news where criticism is discussed, enhancing comprehension of complex dialogues.
Learners often confuse 诟 with similar characters like 讥 (jī, to ridicule). For example, saying '他接受了很多诟' (He received a lot of ridicule) is incorrect; the correct form would be '他接受了很多讥讽.'
Pronunciation of 诟
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Etymology of 诟
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- 1The meaning half讠 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half后 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawayspeech
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say to abuse, to scold; to berate, to insult in Chinese
“to abuse, to scold; to berate, to insult” in Chinese is诟
The character 诟 (gòu) refers to the act of abusing or scolding someone, often in a harsh or insulting manner. It is commonly used in contexts where someone is criticized or reviled for their actions or behavior, carrying a strong negative connotation.
When to use 诟
Common mistakes include using 诟 in a neutral context; it is strictly negative. Be cautious with tone; the correct pronunciation is 'gòu' (fourth tone), which can be confused with the first tone 'gōu' (to gather). It is more formal than colloquial expressions of scolding.
诟 or something close to it
抨击 (pēngjī) - use 诟 when the criticism is more about scolding or insulting, while 抨击 implies a more formal or aggressive attack.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 诟 with similar characters like 讥 (jī, to ridicule). For example, saying '他接受了很多诟' (He received a lot of ridicule) is incorrect; the correct form would be '他接受了很多讥讽.'
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Grammar Patterns of 诟
诟 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 3 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.
Complete the Sentence
该机构因对救生药物的审批速度太慢而备受一些医生的____病。
The agency has been vilified by some doctors for being unnecessarily slow to approve life-saving drugs.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 诟
No, 诟 is more often found in written contexts like literature or formal speeches rather than in everyday conversations.
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