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AI Study Notes for 叼
Be cautious of using 叼 in overly formal contexts, as it carries a more casual or playful connotation. Common collocations include '叼着烟' (holding a cigarette) and '叼着骨头' (holding a bone). Ensure correct tone pronunciation to avoid confusion with other similar-sounding words.
As an HSK Level 6 word, 叼 connects well with other verbs related to holding or carrying, such as 拿 (ná) and 持 (chí). Students should focus on the context in which this word is used, especially in informal settings.
Learners often confuse 叼 with similar sounding verbs like 掉 (diào), which means 'to fall.' A common mistake is saying '我叼掉了球' (I dropped the ball), when the correct phrase would be '我掉了球.'
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Etymology of 叼
mouth
Origin
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Decomposition of 叼
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How to say to hold in the mouth in Chinese
“to hold in the mouth” in Chinese is叼
The character 叼 (diāo) refers to the action of holding something in one's mouth, commonly used to describe how animals, like dogs, carry items or how someone might hold a cigarette. This word can convey a casual or somewhat playful tone, often used when describing actions involving the mouth that are not strictly about eating.
When to use 叼
Be cautious of using 叼 in overly formal contexts, as it carries a more casual or playful connotation. Common collocations include '叼着烟' (holding a cigarette) and '叼着骨头' (holding a bone). Ensure correct tone pronunciation to avoid confusion with other similar-sounding words.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 叼 with similar sounding verbs like 掉 (diào), which means 'to fall.' A common mistake is saying '我叼掉了球' (I dropped the ball), when the correct phrase would be '我掉了球.'
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Grammar Patterns of 叼
叼 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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猫咬住幼崽的后颈把它____了起来.
The cat picked up her kitten by the scruff of its neck.
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No, 叼 is typically used in informal contexts and may not be appropriate for formal writing.
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