hào
好赖
be fond of; prone to
Tone colorsmāmámǎmàma
Meanings
2 senses · 5 examplesverb
to be fond of; to have a liking for
The verb form, pronounced with the 4th tone.
Tā他
hào好
hē喝
jiǔ酒
。
He is fond of drinking alcohol.
Zhè这
hái孩
zi子
hào好
wèn问
。
This child likes to ask questions.
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Jūn君
zǐ子
hào好
qiú逑
。
A gentleman seeks a fair maiden. (classical)
adjective
prone to; apt to
Often used before verbs to indicate a tendency.
Tiě铁
hào好
shēng生
xiù锈
。
Iron is prone to rusting.
Tā他
hào好
fā发
pí脾
qì气
。
He is prone to losing his temper.