(dài) - Uncouth, slovenly, careless in dress and appearance & used primarily in the compound 褦襶.

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· dài

Uncouth, slovenly, careless in dress and appearance;

used primarily in the compound 褦襶.

Uncouth, slovenly, careless in dress and appearanceused primarily in the compound 褦襶.

Usage highlights

Uncouth and slovenlyCareless in dressClassical term for slovenliness
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Usage & contexts

Examples

  • His dress is slovenly and uncouth (褦襶).
  • The character appears in classical literature describing careless appearance (襶).
  • It is rarely used in modern language outside of the compound 褦襶.

Collocations

  • Uncouth and slovenly(褦襶)
  • Careless in dress()
  • Classical term for slovenliness()

Idioms

  • Uncouth and ignorant(褦襶)
  • Slovenly in appearance(褦襶)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Primarily appears in classical Chinese literature and poetry.
  • Used to describe someone who is careless about their appearance or socially awkward.
  • Extremely rare in modern usage, mainly preserved in literary contexts.

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