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尾 (wěi) vs 尾巴 (wěiba) — use 尾 for a more formal or technical reference to 'tail', while 尾巴 is more colloquial.
A common mistake is to confuse 尾 with similar characters like 尾巴 (wěiba), which specifically means 'tail' in a more casual context. Be cautious with tone, as the third tone (wěi) can be tricky; ensure you pronounce it correctly to avoid confusion with other terms.
While 尾 is not an HSK vocabulary word, it connects to Level 3 and beyond with words related to animals (like 马, mǎ for 'horse') and body parts. Focus on recognizing this character in phrases or when discussing animals to strengthen vocabulary.
Learners often write 尾 incorrectly by confusing it with similar looking characters like 射 (shè). Remember, 尾 has the tail radical at the bottom, which is a hint towards its meaning of 'tail'.
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Etymology of 尾
Depicts fur (毛) protruding from the posterior of an animal.
A furry 毛 tail behind a body 尸
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How to say tail in Chinese
“tail” in Chinese is尾
The character 尾 (wěi) primarily means 'tail' and can refer to the tail of animals like horses or fish, as well as the extremity or remainder of something. It is often used in contexts discussing the physical anatomy of animals or in metaphoric expressions about endings or remains.
When to use 尾
A common mistake is to confuse 尾 with similar characters like 尾巴 (wěiba), which specifically means 'tail' in a more casual context. Be cautious with tone, as the third tone (wěi) can be tricky; ensure you pronounce it correctly to avoid confusion with other terms.
尾 or something close to it
尾 (wěi) vs 尾巴 (wěiba) — use 尾 for a more formal or technical reference to 'tail', while 尾巴 is more colloquial.
What learners get wrong
Learners often write 尾 incorrectly by confusing it with similar looking characters like 射 (shè). Remember, 尾 has the tail radical at the bottom, which is a hint towards its meaning of 'tail'.
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Grammar Patterns of 尾
尾 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 9 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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Common Confusions with 尾
Similar in sound, but has a distinct meaning.
Similar in shape but has a different meaning.
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Example Sentences for 尾 (13)
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In Chinese astrology, 尾 represents the sixth of the 28 constellations, which is significant in various astrological readings and interpretations. Each constellation has its own characteristics and meanings, making 尾 an interesting part of Chinese cultural studies.
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