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救 (jiù, to rescue) - use 賙 (zhōu) when emphasizing charitable giving, while 救 (jiù) focuses on rescue or saving someone from danger.
This character is often used in formal contexts related to charity. A common mistake is to confuse it with similar characters like 赈 (zhèn), which specifically refers to disaster relief. Be careful with the tone; 'zhōu' is the first tone and should be pronounced with a high and level pitch.
While 賙 is not included in standard HSK levels, it connects to themes of charity found in HSK vocabulary related to social issues. Focus on recognizing its usage in literature or discussions around social responsibility.
Learners often confuse 賙 with 赈 (zhèn), which is specific to disaster relief efforts. Remember, 賙 is about general charity and helping those in need.
Pronunciation of 賙
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Etymology of 賙
money
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Case file: 賙
- 1The meaning half貝 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half周 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawaymoney
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say to give to charity; to give alms in Chinese
“to give to charity; to give alms” in Chinese is賙
The character 賙 (zhōu) means to give to charity or to provide alms. It is often used in contexts related to philanthropy and social support, emphasizing the act of helping those in need. This character carries a sense of compassion and generosity in Chinese culture.
When to use 賙
This character is often used in formal contexts related to charity. A common mistake is to confuse it with similar characters like 赈 (zhèn), which specifically refers to disaster relief. Be careful with the tone; 'zhōu' is the first tone and should be pronounced with a high and level pitch.
賙 or something close to it
救 (jiù, to rescue) - use 賙 (zhōu) when emphasizing charitable giving, while 救 (jiù) focuses on rescue or saving someone from danger.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 賙 with 赈 (zhèn), which is specific to disaster relief efforts. Remember, 賙 is about general charity and helping those in need.
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Word Family of 賙
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Frequently Asked Questions about 賙
You can say '他常常賙助需要的人' (Tā chángcháng zhōu zhù xūyào de rén), meaning 'He often gives to those in need.'
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