Meanings of 驷
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AI Study Notes for 驷
This term is not commonly used in everyday conversation, making it more suitable for historical or literary contexts. Be mindful of using the correct tone, as a mispronunciation could lead to confusion with other terms. Common collocations include 驷马 (sì mǎ) for 'four horses'.
Although 驷 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it can be linked to HSK Level 5 words that include horse-related terms. Students should focus on recognizing character components and understanding the context in which such historical words might appear.
Learners often confuse 驷 with similar characters, mistakenly using 驮 (tuó) which means to carry. Ensure you remember that 驷 specifically refers to a team of four horses.
Pronunciation of 驷
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Etymology of 驷
Four 四 horses 马; 四 also provides the pronunciation
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Case file: 驷
- 1The giveawayFour 四 horses 马; 四 also provides the pronunciation
- 2On the record asideographic — someone drew an idea rather than an object.
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How to say a team of four horses in Chinese
“a team of four horses” in Chinese is驷
The character 驷 (sì) refers to a team of four horses, often used in historical contexts related to chariots and transportation. In ancient China, a four-horse team was considered a symbol of strength and power, commonly associated with nobility and military might.
When to use 驷
This term is not commonly used in everyday conversation, making it more suitable for historical or literary contexts. Be mindful of using the correct tone, as a mispronunciation could lead to confusion with other terms. Common collocations include 驷马 (sì mǎ) for 'four horses'.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 驷 with similar characters, mistakenly using 驮 (tuó) which means to carry. Ensure you remember that 驷 specifically refers to a team of four horses.
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Grammar Patterns of 驷
驷 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 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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一言既出,____马难追.
Even four horses cannot take back what one has said.
Example Sentences for 驷 (1)
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Even four horses cannot take back what one has said.
Word Family of 驷
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Frequently Asked Questions about 驷
It is pronounced as 'sì', with a falling tone.
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