variant of 屌

JLPT N5 5 strokes

Words with this Kanji

Overview

The character (diǎo) is a slang term in Mandarin Chinese that is a variant of 屌, which refers to the male genitalia. It is considered vulgar and is often used in informal or coarse language.

Usage and Context

This word is typically used in casual or offensive speech, often to insult or joke. It is not appropriate in formal or polite contexts. Speakers use it to express strong emotions or to be provocative.

Common Collocations

  • (diǎo rén): insult meaning "jerk" or "idiot"
  • (diǎo shì): nonsense or trivial matters

Important Notes

Avoid using in formal conversation or with people you do not know well, as it can be offensive. It is often confused with the character (niǎo) meaning "bird," but the pronunciation and meaning differ in slang usage.

Example Sentences

He uses the word '鸟' to joke around.

This word is considered a vulgar expression in some regions.

He doesn't like others using '鸟' to insult people.