照顾
zhàogù
Description
"照顾"的意思是关心、帮助别人，特别是照看老人、孩子或者病人。
"照顾" means to care for and help others, especially looking after the elderly, children, or patients.
我们在生活里常常用这个词，比如"照顾家人"或者"照顾好自己"。
We often use this word in daily life, such as "照顾家人" (taking care of family) or "照顾好自己" (taking good care of oneself).
Meanings
照顾zhàogù
to take care of; to look after
她在家照顾生病的妈妈。
She takes care of her sick mother at home.
照顾zhàogù
to give consideration to; to show concern for
老师会照顾每个学生的想法。
The teacher considers every student's thoughts.
照顾zhàogù
to patronize (a shop); give business to
谢谢您常来照顾我的生意。
Thank you for always supporting my business.
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Notes
- Etymology
照 (to shine on/attend to) + 顾 (to look after) form a compound meaning "to care for".
- Nuance
照顾 stresses active caring; 关心 is more about emotional concern.
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