栩
allow; perhaps; a little
Meanings
6 senses · 14 examplesverb
to allow; to permit; to authorize
Used in formal and informal contexts to express permission.
Mom doesn't allow me to play games for too long.
Entry is not permitted without authorization.
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He promised to finish the work on time.
verb
to praise; to commend
literaryOften used in literary or formal contexts.
His behavior deserves praise.
Everyone praised his courage.
adverb
perhaps; maybe; possibly
Used to express uncertainty or possibility.
Perhaps he won't come anymore.
This matter might be true.
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Long time no see, how are you doing?
adjective
indicating degree or extent; somewhat; a little
Used to modify adjectives or verbs to indicate a moderate degree.
A little salt is enough.
He's quite old but still so energetic.
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It hasn't rained for quite a long time.
pronoun
indicating place or location; where
archaicArchaic or literary usage, mostly seen in the phrase '何许人'.
Where are you from? / Who are you?
I don't know how deep it is.
noun
a surname
A common Chinese surname.
Mr. Xu is my teacher.