獲 (huò) - To capture, obtain, acquire & to reap, harvest

獲Tone 4

huò ｜ 16 strokes ｜ radical:

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獲 · huò

To capture, obtain, acquire;

to reap, harvest;

to gain, win;

to receive (as in a prize or award).

To capture, obtain, acquireto reap, harvestto gain, win

Usage highlights

CaptureObtainHarvestReceive an awardAcquire knowledgeGain profit

Synonyms

  • 得— to get, obtain
  • 取— to take, acquire
  • 收— to receive, collect

Antonyms

  • 失— to lose
  • 丢— to lose, discard
  • 弃— to abandon, discard

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The soldiers captured the enemy (俘获敌人).
  • He obtained valuable experience (获得宝贵经验).
  • Farmers harvest crops in autumn (收获庄稼).
  • She received an award for her performance (获奖).

Collocations

  • Capture(捕获)
  • Obtain(获得)
  • Harvest(收获)
  • Receive an award(获奖)
  • Acquire knowledge(获取知识)
  • Gain profit(获利)

Idioms

  • Reap without sowing(不劳而获)
  • Capture alive(生擒活获)
  • Obtain both fame and wealth(名利双获)
  • Gain without loss(一无所获的反义)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Originally depicted hunting with a hound, representing the concept of capturing prey.
  • In agricultural contexts, extended to mean harvesting crops and reaping rewards.
  • Used in modern contexts for achieving success, winning prizes, or gaining advantages.

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