Discussion of 宠/寵

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Can we also say 縱 as a substitute for 寵 ?

hakkaman

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Yes, 纵/縱 (zòng) can sometimes be used in a similar context as 寵 (chǒng), but they are not direct substitutes. 縱 often conveys a sense of indulgence or allowing freedom, while 寵 specifically means to favor or pamper someone. It's important to choose the word based on the intended meaning.

lisaC

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宠 (chǒng) means to spoil, to pamper, or to show excessive favor to someone. It often implies giving someone too much attention, love, or indulgence.
Core meaning
to spoil someone
to pamper someone
to favor someone excessively
Typical contexts
Used especially for children, pets, or someone you love.
别太宠孩子。
Don’t spoil the child too much.
他很宠他的狗。
He really pampers his dog.
她被父母宠坏了。
She was spoiled by her parents.
As a noun in compounds
宠爱 (chǒng’ài) → to dote on someone
她一直受到父母的宠爱。
She has always been doted on by her parents.

timtsao

How is 宠 (chǒng) used in common phrases?

个学生

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宠 (chǒng) is commonly used in the phrase 宠爱 (chǒng'ài) which means "to spoil, to bestow favor on". It is often used to describe the way a parent or grandparent treats a child, such as when they give them special attention or gifts. It can also be used to describe the way a person treats their pet, such as when they give them extra treats or take them on special outings.

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