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闹
nào
Description
“闹”常用来说声音很大、不安静，或者人吵着、发脾气。
"闹" is often used to describe loud noises, unrest, or people making a fuss or throwing a tantrum.
孩子想要东西的时候，常常会哭闹。
Children often cry and make a fuss when they want something.
Meanings
闹nào
noisy; to make a lot of noise
外面太闹了，我听不见你说话。
It's too noisy outside; I can't hear you.
闹nào
to make a fuss; to throw a tantrum
孩子哭着闹着要买玩具。
The child is crying and fussing to buy a toy.
闹nào
to suffer from; to be troubled by
我今天闹肚子，不太舒服。
I have an upset stomach today and don't feel well.
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Notes
- Nuance
闹 often has a negative feel—noise or trouble—unlike 热闹, which describes a lively, positive atmosphere.
- Usage
闹 + illness (闹肚子, 闹病) means to be afflicted by that problem.
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