Meanings of 駁
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反驳 (fǎnbó) — use 駁 (bó) when emphasizing the diversity or mixed nature of something, rather than simply countering an argument.
While 駁 can mean to dispute, it's more formal and often used in written contexts rather than casual conversations. Common collocations include 駁斥 (bóchì, to refute) and 駁回 (bóhuí, to dismiss). Be careful with pronunciation, as tone errors can change meaning.
Although 駁 is not included in the HSK vocabulary list, it is useful for learners looking to expand their understanding of argumentative language. Focus on the context of disputes and how it relates to other HSK words about disagreement or variety.
Learners often confuse 駁 with similar sounding words, such as 博 (bó, to broaden), leading to misunderstandings. For instance, saying 駁学 (bóxué) instead of 博学 (bóxué, knowledgeable) can result in confusion.
Pronunciation of 駁
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Etymology of 駁
Phonosemantic compound. 马 represents the meaning and 爻 represents the sound. Simplified form of 駁.
horse
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Phonosemantic compound. 马 represents the meaning and 爻 represents the sound. Simplified form of 駁.
- 1The meaning half馬 carries the sense.
- 2The sound half爻 is there for the reading, not the meaning.
- 3The giveawayhorse
- 4On the record aspictophonetic.
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How to say variegated, motley; to refuse, to dispute in Chinese
“variegated, motley; to refuse, to dispute” in Chinese is駁
The character 駁 (bó) primarily means variegated or motley, often used to describe something that is diverse or mixed in appearance. Additionally, it can mean to dispute or refuse, commonly used in contexts where one counters an argument or denies a claim.
When to use 駁
While 駁 can mean to dispute, it's more formal and often used in written contexts rather than casual conversations. Common collocations include 駁斥 (bóchì, to refute) and 駁回 (bóhuí, to dismiss). Be careful with pronunciation, as tone errors can change meaning.
駁 or something close to it
反驳 (fǎnbó) — use 駁 (bó) when emphasizing the diversity or mixed nature of something, rather than simply countering an argument.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 駁 with similar sounding words, such as 博 (bó, to broaden), leading to misunderstandings. For instance, saying 駁学 (bóxué) instead of 博学 (bóxué, knowledgeable) can result in confusion.
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Word Family of 駁
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Frequently Asked Questions about 駁
Both mean to dispute, but 駁 is more formal and often used in written contexts, while 反驳 is more common in everyday speech.
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