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恐
kǒng
Description
"恐"这个字和"害怕"的意思很像，常常出现在别的词里，比如"恐怕"和"恐龙"。
它自己一般不单独用，多和别的字放在一起。
Meanings
恐kǒng
to fear; to be afraid
他心里有一点恐。
恐怕kǒngpà
I'm afraid that; probably (expressing worry)
今天恐怕会下雨。
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Notes
- Etymology
恐 combines a phonetic element with 心 (heart), showing it relates to feelings like fear.
- Nuance
rarely used alone in modern Chinese; usually part of compounds like 恐怕 or 恐惧.
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