跅 (tuò) - Unrestrained, undisciplined, careless in behavior or conduct.

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tuò ｜ 12 strokes ｜ radical:

婷婉

跅 · tuò

Unrestrained, undisciplined, careless in behavior or conduct.

Unrestrained, undisciplined, careless in behavior or conduct.

Usage highlights

Unrestrained and undisciplinedUnrestrained and unbridledTalented but undisciplined scholarCareless behaviorUnconstrained conductLoose and undisciplined

Synonyms

  • 弛— lax, slack, relaxed
  • 放— unrestrained, let go
  • 纵— indulgent, let loose

Antonyms

  • 谨— cautious, careful
  • 慎— prudent, discreet
  • 严— strict, rigorous

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • He was known for his unrestrained behavior (跅弛不羁).
  • The scholar was talented but undisciplined (跅弛之士).
  • His careless attitude led to many mistakes (跅弛之行).

Collocations

  • Unrestrained and undisciplined(跅弛)
  • Unrestrained and unbridled(跅弛不羁)
  • Talented but undisciplined scholar(跅弛之士)
  • Careless behavior(跅弛之行)
  • Unconstrained conduct(跅弛之节)
  • Loose and undisciplined(跅弛放纵)

Idioms

  • Unrestrained and undisciplined(跅弛不羁)
  • Talented but undisciplined person(跅弛之士)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Often used in classical Chinese literature to describe talented individuals who lack discipline.
  • Typically appears in formal or literary contexts rather than everyday speech.
  • Carries a somewhat negative connotation, suggesting wasted potential due to lack of restraint.

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