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Be cautious with the tone when using 龊, as it carries a strong negative connotation. It's generally used in formal contexts to describe someone’s character rather than in casual conversation. Common collocations include '龊龊不堪' (dirty and unbearable) to emphasize the extremity of the dirtiness.
Though not on the official HSK list, 龊 can be useful for understanding nuanced vocabulary related to character traits. Students at this level should focus on recognizing the negative implications of words and how they can describe personal attributes or moral qualities.
Learners often confuse 龊 with similar characters like 脏 (zāng), which also means dirty but is more commonly used. For instance, saying '他的心脏龊' (His heart is dirty) is incorrect; instead, use '他的心很龊' (His heart is very petty).
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Etymology of 龊
Phonosemantic compound. 足 represents the meaning and 齿 represents the sound. Simplified form of 齪.
teeth
Origin
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Decomposition of 龊
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How to say narrow, small-minded; dirty (2) in Chinese
“narrow, small-minded; dirty (2)” in Chinese is龊
The character 龊 (chuò) conveys meanings related to being dirty, filthy, or base, often in a moral or ethical context, suggesting a narrow-minded or small-minded attitude. It can describe both physical filth and metaphorical dirtiness in thoughts or actions, often used in a negative manner to criticize someone's character or behavior.
When to use 龊
Be cautious with the tone when using 龊, as it carries a strong negative connotation. It's generally used in formal contexts to describe someone’s character rather than in casual conversation. Common collocations include '龊龊不堪' (dirty and unbearable) to emphasize the extremity of the dirtiness.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 龊 with similar characters like 脏 (zāng), which also means dirty but is more commonly used. For instance, saying '他的心脏龊' (His heart is dirty) is incorrect; instead, use '他的心很龊' (His heart is very petty).
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Grammar patterns of 龊
龊 carries 7 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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这么多人都认为女权主义是个龌____的字眼。
So many people think feminism is a dirty word.
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Word Family of 龊
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Frequently asked questions about 龊
The character has meanings related to being dirty or filthy, as well as describing a narrow-minded or base attitude. It can refer to both physical and moral dirtiness.
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