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Be cautious with the tone when pronouncing 胱, as mispronouncing it could change the meaning. It's typically used in formal or medical contexts, so it's less common in casual conversation. Common collocations include 胱炎 (guāng yán, bladder inflammation) and 胱癌 (guāng ái, bladder cancer).
Although 胱 is not included in the official HSK levels, learning it can enhance your vocabulary in medical and health-related discussions. Focus on understanding related terms, such as those describing urinary tract issues.
Learners often confuse 胱 with other similar-sounding characters like 胳 (gē), which means 'arm.' Ensure you practice the correct pronunciation and context to avoid this mix-up.
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Etymology of 胱
Phonosemantic compound. ⺼ represents the meaning and 光 represents the sound.
flesh
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Decomposition of 胱
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How to say bladder in Chinese
“bladder” in Chinese is胱
The character 胱 (guāng) refers to the bladder, an important organ in the human body responsible for storing urine. It is commonly used in medical contexts and discussions about anatomy, often appearing in phrases related to urinary health.
When to use 胱
Be cautious with the tone when pronouncing 胱, as mispronouncing it could change the meaning. It's typically used in formal or medical contexts, so it's less common in casual conversation. Common collocations include 胱炎 (guāng yán, bladder inflammation) and 胱癌 (guāng ái, bladder cancer).
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 胱 with other similar-sounding characters like 胳 (gē), which means 'arm.' Ensure you practice the correct pronunciation and context to avoid this mix-up.
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Grammar Patterns of 胱
胱 carries one core meaning. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
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Word Family of 胱
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Frequently Asked Questions about 胱
You can say '他的胱有点疼' (tā de guāng yǒu diǎn téng), meaning 'His bladder hurts.'
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