忌讳

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Character Breakdown

Understanding 忌讳

忌讳 (jì huì) refers to things that are taboo or avoided due to cultural, social, or personal reasons. It often involves topics, behaviors, or symbols that people consider inappropriate or unlucky to mention or engage with.

Usage in Conversation

People use 忌讳 to express avoidance or sensitivity about certain subjects. For example, discussing death or bad luck can be忌讳 in many cultures. It can also describe personal preferences, such as someone忌讳 talking about their past.

Common Collocations

  • 忌讳话题 (taboo topic): topics people avoid discussing.
  • 忌讳颜色 (taboo colors): colors considered unlucky or inappropriate in certain contexts.
  • 忌讳 (avoid mentioning): to avoid bringing up certain subjects.

Nuances and Tips

忌讳 carries a strong cultural or emotional weight, often linked to superstition or social norms. It is more formal and serious than simply 'not liking' something. Avoid confusing 忌讳 with 喜欢 (ordinary dislike);忌讳 implies a deeper avoidance often tied to respect or fear.

When using 忌讳, the context usually involves sensitive or culturally significant matters, so it is common in discussions about traditions, taboos, or personal boundaries.

Example Sentences

In Chinese culture, talking about death is a taboo topic.

He avoids others mentioning his past.

In some occasions, wearing white clothes is considered a taboo.