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粒 (lì) - use 顆 (kē) for small, individual units like seeds, while 粒 (lì) is often used for small, round particles or grains.
While using 顆, remember it is typically used with measure words to count small, round items, such as '一顆米' (one grain of rice). Avoid using it for larger items or when the item is not countable, as this can lead to confusion.
Although 顆 is not specifically listed in HSK levels, it connects with other measure words and food-related vocabulary that learners encounter. Focus on recognizing it in context, especially when discussing food or small items.
Learners often confuse 顆 with other measure words, using it incorrectly for items that are not round or small, such as '一顆書' (one book), which should be '一本書'. Always ensure the item is appropriate for this measure word.
Pronunciation of 顆
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Etymology of 顆
Phonosemantic compound. 果 represents the meaning and 页 represents the sound. Simplified form of 顆.
grain
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Phonosemantic compound. 果 represents the meaning and 页 represents the sound. Simplified form of 顆.
- 1The meaning half果 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half頁 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawaygrain
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say grain, kernel in Chinese
“grain, kernel” in Chinese is顆
The character 顆 (kē) refers to a small, individual unit of something, often used to describe grains or kernels, such as seeds or small fruits. It conveys a sense of countability and is commonly used in contexts related to food, agriculture, or even abstract concepts like small amounts of something.
When to use 顆
While using 顆, remember it is typically used with measure words to count small, round items, such as '一顆米' (one grain of rice). Avoid using it for larger items or when the item is not countable, as this can lead to confusion.
顆 or something close to it
粒 (lì) - use 顆 (kē) for small, individual units like seeds, while 粒 (lì) is often used for small, round particles or grains.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 顆 with other measure words, using it incorrectly for items that are not round or small, such as '一顆書' (one book), which should be '一本書'. Always ensure the item is appropriate for this measure word.
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Word Family of 顆
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顆 means 'grain' or 'kernel', referring to small, countable units of something.
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