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AI Study Notes for 阂
隔 (gé) - use 阂 (hé) when emphasizing obstruction or hindrance, while 隔 (gé) focuses more on separation or distance.
This character is typically used in formal contexts, especially in written language. Be cautious not to confuse it with similar-sounding words, and remember that 阂 often pairs with terms related to separation. The correct tone is the second tone (hé), so practice distinguishing it from other tones.
Although 阂 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it can be related to other words expressing separation or obstruction. Focus on recognizing its use in literary or formal texts, which will help expand your vocabulary for more complex expressions.
Learners often mistakenly write 阂 as 隔 (gé), which means 'to separate' but has a different nuance. Make sure to remember that 阂 specifically refers to obstruction rather than just separation.
Pronunciation of 阂
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Etymology of 阂
Phonosemantic compound. 门 represents the meaning and 亥 represents the sound. Simplified form of 閡.
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Case file: 阂
Phonosemantic compound. 门 represents the meaning and 亥 represents the sound. Simplified form of 閡.
- 1The meaning half门 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half亥 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawaygate
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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Decomposition of 阂
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How to say obstruct in Chinese
“obstruct” in Chinese is阂
The character 阂 (hé) primarily means to obstruct or block something. It is often used in contexts that describe being separated or prevented from accessing something, such as relationships or physical barriers. Its nuance conveys a sense of impediment or hindrance.
When to use 阂
This character is typically used in formal contexts, especially in written language. Be cautious not to confuse it with similar-sounding words, and remember that 阂 often pairs with terms related to separation. The correct tone is the second tone (hé), so practice distinguishing it from other tones.
阂 or something close to it
隔 (gé) - use 阂 (hé) when emphasizing obstruction or hindrance, while 隔 (gé) focuses more on separation or distance.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mistakenly write 阂 as 隔 (gé), which means 'to separate' but has a different nuance. Make sure to remember that 阂 specifically refers to obstruction rather than just separation.
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Grammar Patterns of 阂
阂 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 2 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.
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听起来好像你和汤姆之间产生了隔____。
It sounds as if you have grown apart from Tom.
Example Sentences for 阂 (3)
Word Family of 阂
Compound Meaning
What does 隔阂 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 阂
You can say '这条河阂住了我们' (This river blocks us).
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