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着
zhe, zhuó, zháo, zhāo
Description
“着”是一个很常用的字，有很多读音和意思。
"着" is a very common character with many pronunciations and meanings.
读“zhe”的时候，它放在动词后面，表示动作正在进行或状态还在。
When pronounced "zhe", it follows a verb to indicate an ongoing action or a continuing state.
Meanings
着zhe
aspect particle showing an ongoing action or state
他站着看电视。
He is standing and watching TV.
着zháo
to catch fire; to be affected; used after verbs for success
我昨晚很快就睡着了。
I fell asleep quickly last night.
着zhuó
to wear; to touch; to apply
他穿着一件红衣服。
He is wearing a red shirt.
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Notes
- Nuance
着 as 'zhe' marks continuation, unlike 了 which marks completion.
- Reading
pronunciation changes meaning; 'zhe' (particle), 'zháo' (achieve), 'zhuó' (wear/touch).
In videos
“我要骑着我的电动车回去了”
“别占着茅坑不拉屎，还敢跟我提条件。”
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