Meaning and Usage
The character 仇 (chóu) primarily means 'enemy' or 'hatred' and often refers to a personal grudge or an adversary. It is commonly used in contexts involving revenge, resentment, or longstanding hostility.
Common Collocations
These collocations are frequently used in both spoken and written Chinese to express emotional or historical conflicts.
Usage Notes
仇 is often associated with strong negative emotions and is typically used in serious or formal contexts. It differs from 敌 (dí), which means 'enemy' in a more neutral or military sense. 仇 emphasizes personal resentment or vendetta.
Common Confusion
Do not confuse 仇 with 讎, which is a variant form but less commonly used. Also, 仇 is not used for casual dislike; it implies deeper hostility or revenge motives.