Meanings of 瘊
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疙瘩 (gēda, lump) - use 瘊 (hóu) specifically for small, raised skin bumps, while 疙瘩 (gēda) can refer to larger, irregular lumps.
Be aware that 瘊 is generally used in a medical context, so it's less common in casual conversation. Avoid confusing it with other similar terms like 痘 (dòu, acne) or 粉刺 (fěncì, blackhead), which refer to different skin conditions.
Though 瘊 is not included in the HSK vocabulary list, it relates to health and body words that are essential for beginners. Focus on learning related terms in the health category to expand your vocabulary in medical conversations.
Learners often mistakenly use 瘊 interchangeably with 痘, which can lead to confusion about the type of skin condition being discussed. Use 瘊 specifically for warts or pimples, while reserving 痘 for acne.
Pronunciation of 瘊
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Etymology of 瘊
sickness
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Case file: 瘊
- 1The meaning half疒 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half侯 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawaysickness
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say pimple, wart in Chinese
“pimple, wart” in Chinese is瘊
The character 瘊 (hóu) refers to a pimple or wart, often indicating a small, raised bump on the skin. It is commonly used in medical or dermatological contexts and can describe both benign skin conditions and more serious issues, depending on the context.
When to use 瘊
Be aware that 瘊 is generally used in a medical context, so it's less common in casual conversation. Avoid confusing it with other similar terms like 痘 (dòu, acne) or 粉刺 (fěncì, blackhead), which refer to different skin conditions.
瘊 or something close to it
疙瘩 (gēda, lump) - use 瘊 (hóu) specifically for small, raised skin bumps, while 疙瘩 (gēda) can refer to larger, irregular lumps.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mistakenly use 瘊 interchangeably with 痘, which can lead to confusion about the type of skin condition being discussed. Use 瘊 specifically for warts or pimples, while reserving 痘 for acne.
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Word Family of 瘊
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Frequently Asked Questions about 瘊
瘊 refers specifically to warts or pimples, while 痘 typically refers to acne or more severe skin conditions.
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