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调皮
tiáopí
Description
"调皮"常用来说小孩子或小动物很爱玩、爱捣乱，但一般不是坏意思。
"调皮" is commonly used to describe children or small animals who love to play and cause mischief, but generally not with bad intentions.
我们也可以用它来说一个人喜欢开玩笑、不太听话。
We can also use "调皮" to describe someone who likes to joke around and is a bit disobedient.
Meanings
调皮tiáopí
naughty; mischievous
这个孩子很调皮，总是爬来爬去。
This child is very naughty and always climbs around.
调皮tiáopí
playful; likes joking around
他很调皮，喜欢跟大家开玩笑。
He is mischievous and likes to joke with everyone.
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Notes
- Nuance
usually affectionate for children; not a serious insult, unlike words meaning truly bad behavior.
- Etymology
调 (to stir/play) + 皮 (skin/naughty), together implying playful mischief.
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