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This character is generally used in informal contexts and can carry a negative connotation when referring to slander. Be careful with the tones; mixing it up can change the meaning completely. Common collocations include phrases around gossiping or blaming someone quietly.
Although 咠 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it connects to other words related to communication and speech at higher levels. Focus on understanding its use in context, especially in negative situations.
Learners often confuse 咠 with similar-sounding characters like 喊 (hǎn), which means to shout. An incorrect usage might be saying '我咠给你' (Wǒ qì gěi nǐ - I whisper to you) instead of '我说给你' (Wǒ shuō gěi nǐ - I say to you).
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Etymology of 咠
To whisper 口 in someone's ear 耳
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How to say to whisper, to slander, to blame in Chinese
“to whisper, to slander, to blame” in Chinese is咠
The character 咠 (qì) primarily means to whisper or to speak softly, often with a connotation of slander or blame. It is used in contexts where someone is speaking quietly, possibly to avoid being overheard, or when discussing gossip and negative remarks about others.
When to use 咠
This character is generally used in informal contexts and can carry a negative connotation when referring to slander. Be careful with the tones; mixing it up can change the meaning completely. Common collocations include phrases around gossiping or blaming someone quietly.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 咠 with similar-sounding characters like 喊 (hǎn), which means to shout. An incorrect usage might be saying '我咠给你' (Wǒ qì gěi nǐ - I whisper to you) instead of '我说给你' (Wǒ shuō gěi nǐ - I say to you).
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Frequently Asked Questions about 咠
The tone of 咠 is the fourth tone, which is a sharp and falling tone.
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