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March 24, 2026
齵óu(ou2)
The character 齵 (óu) refers to uneven teeth or a buck-toothed appearance. It is often used in contexts discussing dental irregularities or describing someone's smile, particularly when the teeth are not aligned properly.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, a person's smile is often associated with health and beauty, and having uneven teeth may be seen as less attractive. Dental aesthetics are increasingly emphasized in urban areas, reflecting changing beauty standards.
Memory Tip
Think of 齵 as a quirky character with uneven teeth, where the left side (口, meaning mouth) is happy and the right side (齿, meaning teeth) is disordered. Imagine a cartoon character with a big, uneven grin to help remember the pronunciation 'óu'.
Meanings of 齵
óu(ou2)
primary
1uneven teeth; buck-toothed
2uneven (teeth)
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Memory Mnemonic
Think of 齵 as a quirky character with uneven teeth, where the left side (口, meaning mouth) is happy and the right side (齿, meaning teeth) is disordered. Imagine a cartoon character with a big, uneven grin to help remember the pronunciation 'óu'.
Usage Notes
This character is primarily used in informal contexts and may be considered somewhat colloquial. Learners should be cautious about using it in formal writing or speeches. Common collocations include '齵牙' (buck-toothed) and '齵齿' (uneven teeth).
HSK Study Tips
Although 齵 is not included in the official HSK vocabulary, it relates to other dental terms such as '牙' (tooth) and '齿' (teeth), which are important at lower levels. Students should focus on recognizing the radicals and their meanings.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, a person's smile is often associated with health and beauty, and having uneven teeth may be seen as less attractive. Dental aesthetics are increasingly emphasized in urban areas, reflecting changing beauty standards.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 齵 with similar characters like 齿 (teeth) and may mistakenly use them interchangeably. For example, saying '他有齿牙' instead of '他有齵牙' is incorrect.
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Cultural Notes for 齵
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In Chinese culture, a person's smile is often associated with health and beauty, and having uneven teeth may be seen as less attractive. Dental aesthetics are increasingly emphasized in urban areas, reflecting changing beauty standards.
Frequently Asked Questions about 齵
It is pronounced as 'óu', with a rising tone.
No, 齵 is more informal and should be avoided in formal contexts.
Sure! 他的齵牙让他看起来很可爱。 (His buck-toothed smile makes him look cute.)
