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诬陷 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
HanziPinyinEnglishTags
诬陷wūxiànto entrapHSK 7, v, 19 strokes, rank #13853, Very Hard
诬陷wūxiànto frameHSK 7, v, 19 strokes, rank #13853, Very Hard
诬陷wūxiànto plant false evidence against sbHSK 7, v, 19 strokes, rank #13853, Very Hard
wūxiàn(wu1xian4)wu xian T1
  1. 1to entrap
  2. 2to frame
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March 24, 2026

诬陷(誣陷)wūxiàn(wu1xian4)

The verb 诬陷 (wūxiàn) means to falsely accuse someone, often by planting evidence or manipulating situations to suggest wrongdoing. This term is commonly used in legal contexts and discussions about justice, and it carries a strong negative connotation, implying malicious intent.

Strokes19Frequency#13853DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note

The concept of 诬陷 is significant in Chinese history, especially during political campaigns where figures were often falsely accused to undermine their reputations. This reflects broader themes of justice and integrity within Chinese society.

Memory Tip

Imagine a sneaky wolf (wū) hiding behind a shadowy fence (xiàn), secretly planning to trap an unsuspecting sheep. The wolf's intent to frame the sheep connects to the meaning of 诬陷, as both involve deception and entrapment.

Meanings of 诬陷

wūxiàn(wu1xian4)
1to entrap
2to frame
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About 诬陷

诬陷Simplified
誣陷Traditional
19Strokes
—Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
#13853Frequency Rank
HSK 2.0L6HSK 3.0L7HSKKL3BCT✓CEFRC1

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AI Study Notes for 诬陷

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诬蔑 (wūmiè) - choose 诬陷 when referring specifically to false accusations rather than general slander.

Usage Notes

It's important to use 诬陷 in serious contexts, as it implies severe wrongdoing. Common mistakes include confusing it with similar terms like 误解 (wùjiě, misunderstand) or using it in informal situations where it's not appropriate. Remember to use the correct tones, especially when speaking.

HSK Study Tips

As an HSK Level 6 word, 诬陷 connects to themes of justice and morality. Students should focus on understanding its nuances and practicing it in contexts involving legal discussions or moral dilemmas, linking it to other related terms such as 证据 (zhèngjù, evidence).

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 诬陷 with 误陷 (wùxiàn), which is incorrect as it combines the wrong characters. Instead, remember that 诬陷 specifically refers to wrongful accusations.

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Component Characters

诬wūto accuse falsely
9 strokes讠
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陷xiànpitfall
HSK 710 strokes阝
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How to say to entrap in Chinese

“to entrap” in Chinese is诬陷wūxiàn

The verb 诬陷 (wūxiàn) means to falsely accuse someone, often by planting evidence or manipulating situations to suggest wrongdoing. This term is commonly used in legal contexts and discussions about justice, and it carries a strong negative connotation, implying malicious intent.

When to use 诬陷

It's important to use 诬陷 in serious contexts, as it implies severe wrongdoing. Common mistakes include confusing it with similar terms like 误解 (wùjiě, misunderstand) or using it in informal situations where it's not appropriate. Remember to use the correct tones, especially when speaking.

诬陷 or something close to it

诬蔑 (wūmiè) - choose 诬陷 when referring specifically to false accusations rather than general slander.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 诬陷 with 误陷 (wùxiàn), which is incorrect as it combines the wrong characters. Instead, remember that 诬陷 specifically refers to wrongful accusations.

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Grammar Patterns of 诬陷

诬陷 functions as a verb — the action or state of the sentence. The Chinese order is Subject + Verb + Object (我吃饭). Negate it with 不 (habitual / future) or 没(有) (completed action). Add aspect markers like 了, 过, 着 directly after the verb. It carries 3 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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他是清白的,是受人____的。

He was innocent and the victim of a frame-up.

Example Sentences for 诬陷 (2)

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他是清白的,是受人诬陷的。

tā shì qīng bái de, , shì shòu rén wū xiàn。

He was innocent and the victim of a frame-up.
2
我得找出是谁企图诬陷我。

wǒ dé zhǎo chū shì shuí qǐ tú wū xiàn wǒ。

I need to find out who tried to frame me.

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While it can be used in everyday conversation, it is more appropriate in serious discussions about justice or accusations.

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