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狹 (narrow) vs 窄 (narrow, tight) — use 狹 for physical spaces or abstract limitations, while 窄 often refers specifically to width.
Be cautious not to confuse 狹 with 宽 (kuān), which means 'wide.' This character can be used in both formal and informal contexts, often appearing in phrases like '狹隘' (xiá'ài) meaning 'narrow-minded.' Ensure to use the correct tone to avoid misunderstandings.
While 狹 is not explicitly included in HSK levels, it connects well with other adjectives describing dimensions and qualities. Focus on using it in descriptive sentences to enhance your vocabulary related to space and views.
Learners often mix up 狹 (narrow) with 窄 (zhǎi), which also means 'narrow' but can imply a tighter space. For example, saying '这个房间很狭' (This room is very narrow) is correct, but using 窄 here would be more appropriate in certain contexts.
Pronunciation of 狹
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Etymology of 狹
Phonosemantic compound. 犭 represents the meaning and 夹 represents the sound. Simplified form of 狹.
dog
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Case file: 狹
Phonosemantic compound. 犭 represents the meaning and 夹 represents the sound. Simplified form of 狹.
- 1The meaning half犭 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half夾 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawaydog
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say narrow, limited; narrow-minded in Chinese
“narrow, limited; narrow-minded” in Chinese is狹
The character 狹 (xiá) means 'narrow' or 'limited' and can describe physical spaces as well as abstract concepts like limited viewpoints. It is commonly used to convey a sense of restriction or a lack of breadth, whether in context of dimensions or perspectives.
When to use 狹
Be cautious not to confuse 狹 with 宽 (kuān), which means 'wide.' This character can be used in both formal and informal contexts, often appearing in phrases like '狹隘' (xiá'ài) meaning 'narrow-minded.' Ensure to use the correct tone to avoid misunderstandings.
狹 or something close to it
狹 (narrow) vs 窄 (narrow, tight) — use 狹 for physical spaces or abstract limitations, while 窄 often refers specifically to width.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mix up 狹 (narrow) with 窄 (zhǎi), which also means 'narrow' but can imply a tighter space. For example, saying '这个房间很狭' (This room is very narrow) is correct, but using 窄 here would be more appropriate in certain contexts.
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Word Family of 狹
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Frequently Asked Questions about 狹
You can say '这条路很狭' (Zhè tiáo lù hěn xiá) meaning 'This road is very narrow.'
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