The term 诟病 (gòubìng) refers to criticism or blame, particularly in the context of pointing out flaws or shortcomings in a person, idea, or system. It is often used in discussions related to social issues, politics, or public figures, where there is a consensus on the need for accountability and improvement.
HSK 7, 16 strokes, Hard
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May 27, 2026
诟病gòubìng(gou4bing4)
The term 诟病 (gòubìng) refers to criticism or blame, particularly in the context of pointing out flaws or shortcomings in a person, idea, or system. It is often used in discussions related to social issues, politics, or public figures, where there is a consensus on the need for accountability and improvement.
Strokes16Frequency#—DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
In Chinese society, 诟病 often reflects a collective responsibility to address shortcomings in leadership and governance, highlighting the importance of social accountability, especially in political discourse.
Memory Tip
Imagine a group of people (the radical 讠, meaning 'speech') gathered around a sick person (病) who is receiving harsh criticism for their condition. The sound 'gòu' can be remembered as 'go,' as in people going to voice their discontent about the sickness of the system or situation.
About 诟病
诟病Simplified
16Strokes
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名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
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HSK 3.0L7AdvancedCEFRC2
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Quick Contrast
批评 (pīpíng) - use 诟病 when emphasizing a consensus on flaws, while 批评 is more general criticism without that nuance.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a group of people (the radical 讠, meaning 'speech') gathered around a sick person (病) who is receiving harsh criticism for their condition. The sound 'gòu' can be remembered as 'go,' as in people going to voice their discontent about the sickness of the system or situation.
Usage Notes
Be mindful that 诟病 is more formal and can sound overly harsh in casual conversation. It often collocates with words like '社会' (society) or '政策' (policy), and learners should pay attention to its negative connotation, which is stronger than simply 'critique.'
HSK Study Tips
At HSK 7, learners should focus on understanding the implications of 诟病 in discussions about public opinion and accountability. This term connects with other vocabulary related to criticism (批评) and social issues (社会问题), which are also relevant in this level.
Cultural Note
In Chinese society, 诟病 often reflects a collective responsibility to address shortcomings in leadership and governance, highlighting the importance of social accountability, especially in political discourse.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 诟病 with 评价 (píngjià, meaning 'evaluation'), using it in contexts where a neutral assessment is more appropriate. For example, saying '对这部电影的评价是很多人都诟病它' should be corrected to '对这部电影的评价是很多人都有不同意见' to avoid implying harsh criticism.
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Cultural Notes for 诟病
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In Chinese society, 诟病 often reflects a collective responsibility to address shortcomings in leadership and governance, highlighting the importance of social accountability, especially in political discourse.
Frequently Asked Questions about 诟病
You can use 诟病 when discussing public criticism of policies or leaders, especially in formal writing or speeches.
Yes, it carries a negative connotation, implying that there is a serious flaw that needs to be addressed.
It's best to avoid using it in casual settings, as it may come off as too formal or harsh.
