Definition
窍 is a bound morpheme (cannot stand alone as a word) that appears in compound words with two related meanings. In its literal sense, it refers to small openings or apertures, especially in the body (七窍 'the seven apertures of the head'). Figuratively, it describes a key or knack for doing something (窍门 'trick of the trade', 诀窍 'secret of success').
b.f.
(bound form) aperturesmall opening(bound form) keyknacksecret to success
Examples
- 。Zuò shìqing yào zhǎodào qiào mén.When doing things, you need to find the knack.
- 。Yīshēng jiǎnchá le tā de qī qiào.The doctor examined his seven apertures.
- 。Zhège jué qiào shì lǎoshī jiāo wǒ de.This secret was taught to me by the teacher.
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