Meanings of 痤
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AI Study Notes for 痤
Learners often confuse 痤 with other skin-related terms such as 痘 (dòu) for pimple or acne; it's important to use 痤 specifically for swollen lymph nodes or larger acne. It is more commonly used in medical contexts, so it may sound formal in casual conversation.
Although 痤 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, it can be useful to understand related medical vocabulary at this level. Focusing on terminology connected to health and body can enhance comprehension of this character and its usage.
Learners might mistakenly use 痤 when referring to minor skin blemishes or temporary irritations, which is inaccurate. For instance, saying '我有痤' (I have acne) can be misleading if referring to a small pimple; it's better to specify with 痘 (dòu).
Pronunciation of 痤
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Etymology of 痤
sickness
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Case file: 痤
- 1The meaning half疒 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half坐 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawaysickness
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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Decomposition of 痤
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How to say a swelling of the lymph nodes in Chinese
“a swelling of the lymph nodes” in Chinese is痤
The character 痤 (cuó) refers specifically to a physical condition characterized by the swelling of lymph nodes or, in a more common context, acne. It is often used in medical discussions or when describing skin conditions, particularly related to inflammation and infection.
When to use 痤
Learners often confuse 痤 with other skin-related terms such as 痘 (dòu) for pimple or acne; it's important to use 痤 specifically for swollen lymph nodes or larger acne. It is more commonly used in medical contexts, so it may sound formal in casual conversation.
What learners get wrong
Learners might mistakenly use 痤 when referring to minor skin blemishes or temporary irritations, which is inaccurate. For instance, saying '我有痤' (I have acne) can be misleading if referring to a small pimple; it's better to specify with 痘 (dòu).
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Grammar Patterns of 痤
痤 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 2 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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严重的惊吓会造成____疮突发。
Severe shock can bring on an attack of acne.
Example Sentences for 痤 (1)
Word Family of 痤
Compound Meaning
What does 痤疮 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 痤
No, 痤 is more common in medical contexts and discussions about health.
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