谑 (xuè) - To ridicule & to mock

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谑 · xuè

To ridicule;

to mock;

to jest;

to tease playfully or sarcastically.

To ridiculeto mockto jest

Usage highlights

To ridicule and mockPlayful teasingMocking laughterHumorous ridiculeLighthearted teasingSarcastic remarks

Synonyms

  • 嘲— to ridicule; to mock
  • 戏— to play; to joke
  • 讥— to satirize; to ridicule

Antonyms

  • 敬— to respect
  • 庄— serious; solemn

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He often teases his friends (戏谑朋友).
  • The comedian's jokes were mocking (谑笑).
  • They engaged in playful banter (互相嘲谑).
  • His words carried a sarcastic tone (谑而不虐).

Collocations

  • To ridicule and mock(嘲谑)
  • Playful teasing(戏谑)
  • Mocking laughter(谑笑)
  • Humorous ridicule(谐谑)
  • Lighthearted teasing(调谑)
  • Sarcastic remarks(讥谑)

Idioms

  • Jesting without being hurtful(谑而不虐)
  • Mocking words and sarcastic laughter(谑浪笑敖)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • In classical Chinese literature, '谑' often appears in contexts of friendly banter among scholars and poets.
  • The concept is related to the idea of 'jesting without crossing into cruelty' (谑而不虐), valued in refined social interaction.
  • It carries a nuanced meaning between playful humor and potential offense, depending on context and relationship.

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