佻 (tiāo) - frivolous & flippant

佻Tone 1

tiāo ｜ 8 strokes ｜ radical: 亻

檀婷

佻 · tiāo

frivolous;

flippant;

frivolity;

to be frivolous or flippant

frivolousflippantfrivolity

Usage highlights

frivolous and flippantfrivolous behaviorfrivolous and cunningfrivolous and unstablefrivolous and disrespectfulfrivolous and boastful

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Usage & contexts

Examples

  • His behavior is frivolous and unreliable (他行为轻佻).
  • She dislikes frivolous people (她不喜欢轻佻的人).
  • The novel depicts a frivolous character (小说描绘了一个轻佻的角色).
  • Avoid frivolous remarks in serious discussions (在严肃讨论中避免轻佻的言论).

Collocations

  • frivolous and flippant(轻佻)
  • frivolous behavior(佻薄)
  • frivolous and cunning(佻巧)
  • frivolous and unstable(佻达)
  • frivolous and disrespectful(佻易)
  • frivolous and boastful(佻佻)

Idioms

  • Frivolous and cunning(佻巧诡诈)
  • Light and frivolous(轻佻浮躁)
  • Frivolous and disrespectful(佻易无礼)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • 佻 carries a negative connotation in Chinese culture, describing behavior that lacks seriousness and proper decorum.
  • In classical texts, 佻 is often used to criticize those who are frivolous, unreliable, or lack depth of character.
  • The character reflects traditional Chinese values emphasizing propriety, seriousness, and reliability in personal conduct.

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