唗 (dōu) - An interjection used in classical Chinese and opera & equivalent to 'Hey!' or 'Stop!'

唗Tone 1

dōu ｜ 10 strokes ｜ radical:

丁恩

唗 · dōu

An interjection used in classical Chinese and opera to express anger, reproach, or to call attention;

equivalent to 'Hey!' or 'Stop!'

An interjection used in classical Chinese and operaequivalent to 'Hey!' or 'Stop!'

Usage highlights

Angry exclamationOpera interjectionClassical reproachShout of angerStop command

Synonyms

  • 呸— expression of contempt or disgust
  • 哼— expression of disapproval or disdain

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The general shouted angrily (唗!) at the soldier.
  • In traditional opera, characters often use this exclamation (唗) to show displeasure.
  • The teacher scolded the student with a sharp (唗!).

Collocations

  • Angry exclamation(唗)
  • Opera interjection(唗)
  • Classical reproach(唗)
  • Shout of anger(唗)
  • Stop command(唗)

Idioms

  • No specific idioms containing this character are commonly used

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Primarily found in classical Chinese literature and traditional Chinese opera.
  • Used as a theatrical exclamation to convey strong emotion, particularly anger or command.

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