豿 (gǒu) - Dog — refers to a canine animal & sometimes used metaphorically for something lowly or contemptible.

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Dog — refers to a canine animal;

sometimes used metaphorically for something lowly or contemptible.

Dog — refers to a canine animalsometimes used metaphorically for something lowly or contemptible.

Usage highlights

DogPuppyWild dogDog meatDog breedPolice dog

Synonyms

  • 犬— dog (more formal/literary)
  • 狗儿— dog (affectionate)

Antonyms

  • 猫— cat (common household pet contrast)
  • 狼— wolf (wild canine contrast)

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • The dog barked loudly (狗吠).
  • He raised a guard dog (看门狗).
  • That person is as loyal as a dog (像狗一样忠诚).
  • They live a dog's life (过着狗一样的生活).

Collocations

  • Dog(狗)
  • Puppy(小狗)
  • Wild dog(野狗)
  • Dog meat(狗肉)
  • Dog breed(狗品种)
  • Police dog(警犬)

Idioms

  • A dog's tail stuck with burs — a person attached as an unwelcome follower(狗尾续貂)
  • A dog's view of people — to underestimate others(狗眼看人低)
  • When a dog jumps over a wall — to be driven to desperate action(狗急跳墙)
  • A dog cannot spit out ivory — a bad person cannot speak good words(狗嘴里吐不出象牙)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Dogs are traditionally viewed as loyal animals in Chinese culture, but also sometimes carry negative connotations of low status.
  • In modern times, dogs are increasingly kept as pets and viewed as family members in urban China.
  • The Year of the Dog is one of the 12 zodiac years, associated with loyalty and honesty.

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