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掀 (xiān) vs 抬 (tái) — use 掀 for actions involving lifting something that covers or conceals, while 抬 is more general for lifting or raising to a higher position.
Be careful to use 掀 (xiān) in contexts where lifting or turning over is appropriate; it may be confusing with similar verbs like 提 (tí), which also means 'to lift.' It's informal but can be used in a variety of contexts, from casual conversation to more descriptive writing.
While 掀 (xiān) is not in the HSK vocabulary lists, it connects well with other action verbs at the same level. Students should focus on the nuances of lifting and turning, as well as related verbs that convey similar meanings.
Learners often confuse 掀 (xiān) with 提 (tí); for example, saying '我提盖子' (wǒ tí gài zi) instead of '我掀盖子' (wǒ xiān gài zi) when referring to lifting a lid. Remember, 掀 emphasizes the motion of lifting something off.
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Etymology of 掀
Phonosemantic compound. 扌 represents the meaning and 欣 represents the sound.
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How to say to lift (a lid) in Chinese
“to lift (a lid)” in Chinese is掀
The character 掀 (xiān) primarily means 'to lift' or 'to raise,' often used in contexts like lifting a lid or turning something over. It can also imply stirring up or causing a disturbance, such as in emotions or situations. This word is commonly used in both everyday and more formal contexts.
When to use 掀
Be careful to use 掀 (xiān) in contexts where lifting or turning over is appropriate; it may be confusing with similar verbs like 提 (tí), which also means 'to lift.' It's informal but can be used in a variety of contexts, from casual conversation to more descriptive writing.
掀 or something close to it
掀 (xiān) vs 抬 (tái) — use 掀 for actions involving lifting something that covers or conceals, while 抬 is more general for lifting or raising to a higher position.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 掀 (xiān) with 提 (tí); for example, saying '我提盖子' (wǒ tí gài zi) instead of '我掀盖子' (wǒ xiān gài zi) when referring to lifting a lid. Remember, 掀 emphasizes the motion of lifting something off.
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Grammar Patterns of 掀
掀 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 4 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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将会裁员160人的消息在该团体中____起了一阵骚动。
News of 160 redundancies had sent tremors through the community.
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Word Family of 掀
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Frequently Asked Questions about 掀
You can use 掀 in phrases like 掀起盖子 (xiān qǐ gài zi) meaning 'to lift the lid'.
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