吺 (dōu) - To speak carelessly or recklessly & to chatter thoughtlessly

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dōu ｜ 7 strokes ｜ radical: 口

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吺 · dōu

To speak carelessly or recklessly;

to chatter thoughtlessly;

to slander or defame.

To speak carelessly or recklesslyto chatter thoughtlesslyto slander or defame.

Usage highlights

Careless speechTo chatter incessantlyTo slanderThoughtless talkReckless words

Synonyms

  • 谗— to slander, to defame
  • 诽— to slander, to libel

Antonyms

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He chattered on without thinking (吺吺不休).
  • Avoid speaking recklessly (勿吺).
  • The official was slandered by gossip (被谗吺).

Collocations

  • Careless speech(吺言)
  • To chatter incessantly(吺吺)
  • To slander(谗吺)
  • Thoughtless talk(吺语)
  • Reckless words(吺词)

Idioms

  • Chattering on and on without stopping(吺吺不休)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Appears in classical Chinese texts describing improper or careless speech.
  • Often used in historical contexts to criticize officials who spoke without proper consideration.

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