Discussion of 口

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There are many measure words for persons, such as 个(ge4), 位(wei4), 名(ming2),... 口 can also be used on persons, however, we need to remember that 口 can only refer to members of a family. If you'd like to find out more about 个, 位 and 名, feel free to check our notes on these words.

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What other words can mean "口" (kǒu)?

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1. 嘴 (zuǐ): This word means "mouth" and is pronounced "zuǐ".

2. 口腔 (kǒuqiáng): This word means "oral cavity" and is pronounced "kǒuqiáng".

3. 口子 (kǒuzi): This word means "opening" and is pronounced "kǒuzi".

4. 口岸 (kǒu'àn): This word means "port" and is pronounced "kǒu'àn".

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What is the difference between 口 (kǒu) and 嘴 (zuǐ) in terms of usage?

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口 (kǒu) and 嘴 (zuǐ) are both Chinese characters that can be translated as "mouth" in English. However, they have different meanings and usage in Chinese.

1. Meaning:

- 口 (kǒu) can refer to the physical opening of the mouth, as well as the concept of "mouth" in a more abstract sense. It can also mean "family member" or "mouth of a well".

- 嘴 (zuǐ) specifically refers to the physical organ of the mouth, including the lips, teeth, and tongue. It can also mean "beak" or "mouthpiece".

2. Usage:

- 口 (kǒu) is a more general term and can be used in various contexts. For example:

- 口语 (kǒuyǔ) means "spoken language".

- 口味 (kǒuwèi) means "taste" or "preference".

- 口袋 (kǒudài) means "pocket".

- 口音 (kǒuyīn) means "accent".

- 嘴 (zuǐ) is is usually used to refer to the physical organ of the mouth. For example:

- 嘴唇 (zuǐchún) means "lips".

- 嘴馋 (zuǐchán) means "greedy" or "having a big appetite".

- 嘴上 (zuǐshàng) means "on the mouth" or "on the lips".

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