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Be careful not to confuse 颔 with similar characters that refer to the mouth or face, such as 嘴 (zuǐ) for 'mouth.' The usage is more formal than conversational. Common collocations include 颔首 (hàn shǒu), meaning to nod one's head.
Although 颔 is not included in HSK levels, it is beneficial for learners to recognize its connections with body parts and gestures of agreement found in everyday vocabulary. Focus on how this character relates to expressions of agreement in Chinese culture.
Learners often mistakenly pronounce 颔 as 'hàn' when they should say 'hàn' with the correct falling tone. Another common error is confusing it with 颈 (jǐng), which means 'neck'. Remember, 颔 specifically refers to the chin.
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Etymology of 颔
Phonosemantic compound. 页 represents the meaning and 含 represents the sound. Simplified form of 頷.
head
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How to say chin, jowl; to nod in Chinese
“chin, jowl; to nod” in Chinese is颔
The character 颔 (hàn) primarily refers to the chin or jowl area of the face. It is also used in the context of nodding, particularly as a gesture of agreement or assent. This character often appears in literary or formal contexts, emphasizing a dignified or respectful nod.
When to use 颔
Be careful not to confuse 颔 with similar characters that refer to the mouth or face, such as 嘴 (zuǐ) for 'mouth.' The usage is more formal than conversational. Common collocations include 颔首 (hàn shǒu), meaning to nod one's head.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mistakenly pronounce 颔 as 'hàn' when they should say 'hàn' with the correct falling tone. Another common error is confusing it with 颈 (jǐng), which means 'neck'. Remember, 颔 specifically refers to the chin.
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Grammar patterns of 颔
颔 carries 2 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
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他们追逐的主要对象是野马, 当时一种有____毛的小型矮种马.
Their chief pursuit was the wild horse, the little bearded pony of that time.
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Frequently asked questions about 颔
It is not commonly used in casual speech, but you might encounter it in literary texts or formal discussions.
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