Meanings of 臀
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AI Study Notes for 臀
臀 (tún) vs 屁股 (pìgu) — use 臀 (tún) for a more formal or clinical context, while 屁股 (pìgu) is more casual and colloquial.
Be cautious with this term as it can be seen as informal or colloquial in some contexts. It is often paired with adjectives like '大' (dà - big) or '小' (xiǎo - small) to describe size. Avoid using it in overly formal situations.
While 臀 is not included in the official HSK vocabulary lists, it can be beneficial for learners studying anatomy or health-related topics. Focus on related terms like '身体' (shēntǐ - body) and '健康' (jiànkāng - health) to expand vocabulary around the topic.
Learners often confuse 臀 with 背 (bèi - back) when describing body parts. Remember that 臀 specifically refers to the buttocks, while 背 pertains to the back.
Pronunciation of 臀
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Etymology of 臀
flesh
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Case file: 臀
- 1The meaning half⺼ carries the sense.
- 2The sound half殿 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawayflesh
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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Decomposition of 臀
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How to say buttocks in Chinese
“buttocks” in Chinese is臀
The character 臀 (tún) refers specifically to the buttocks or rear end of the body. It is often used in both informal and clinical contexts, such as discussing health, anatomy, or physical appearance.
When to use 臀
Be cautious with this term as it can be seen as informal or colloquial in some contexts. It is often paired with adjectives like '大' (dà - big) or '小' (xiǎo - small) to describe size. Avoid using it in overly formal situations.
臀 or something close to it
臀 (tún) vs 屁股 (pìgu) — use 臀 (tún) for a more formal or clinical context, while 屁股 (pìgu) is more casual and colloquial.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 臀 with 背 (bèi - back) when describing body parts. Remember that 臀 specifically refers to the buttocks, while 背 pertains to the back.
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Grammar Patterns of 臀
臀 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.
Complete the Sentence
我的衬裙已经蹿到____部，厚厚地卷成一圈。
My underskirt had ridden up into a thick band around my hips.
Example Sentences for 臀 (5)
Word Family of 臀
Compound Meaning
What does 臀部 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 臀
No, 臀 is more informal and often used in casual conversations or specific contexts like health discussions.
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