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略 (luè) vs 摘 (zhāi) — use 略 for approximations or summaries, while 摘 is for extracting specific parts or details.
Be careful not to confuse 略 with similar-sounding words that express precision or detail. It's typically used in informal contexts, but can also appear in academic discussions when referring to summaries. Common collocations include 略微 (a little), 略有 (to have a slight amount), and 略读 (to skim).
While 略 is not in the current HSK levels, it connects well with HSK vocabulary focused on descriptions and summaries. Students should focus on using this character to build their ability to express approximations and summaries in conversation.
Learners often confuse 略 with 约 (yuē), which also means 'approximately.' For example, saying '这个价格略是500元' (This price is approximately 500 yuan) is incorrect; the correct form should be '这个价格大约是500元.'
Pronunciation of 畧
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Etymology of 畧
Phonosemantic compound. 田 represents the meaning and 各 represents the sound. Simplified form of 畧.
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Phonosemantic compound. 田 represents the meaning and 各 represents the sound. Simplified form of 畧.
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How to say approximately, roughly; outline in Chinese
“approximately, roughly; outline” in Chinese is畧
The character 略 (luè) means 'approximately' or 'roughly,' often used to indicate an estimation or a summary. It can also refer to an outline or a brief description of something, making it useful in both casual and formal contexts when discussing ideas or plans.
When to use 畧
Be careful not to confuse 略 with similar-sounding words that express precision or detail. It's typically used in informal contexts, but can also appear in academic discussions when referring to summaries. Common collocations include 略微 (a little), 略有 (to have a slight amount), and 略读 (to skim).
畧 or something close to it
略 (luè) vs 摘 (zhāi) — use 略 for approximations or summaries, while 摘 is for extracting specific parts or details.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 略 with 约 (yuē), which also means 'approximately.' For example, saying '这个价格略是500元' (This price is approximately 500 yuan) is incorrect; the correct form should be '这个价格大约是500元.'
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Word Family of 畧
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Frequently Asked Questions about 畧
You can say '这篇文章略长' (This article is somewhat long) to express that it's longer than expected but not by much.
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