to bet

HSK 7

Character Breakdown

Usage of (dǔ)

The character primarily means "to gamble" or "to bet". It is commonly used in contexts involving games of chance or risking money or valuables on uncertain outcomes.

Common Collocations

  • (dǔ qián): to gamble money
  • (dǔ pái): to gamble with cards
  • 赌博 (dǔ bó): gambling (noun/verb)

Nuances and Usage Notes

When using , speakers often imply a risk-taking behavior, sometimes with a negative connotation related to irresponsibility or addiction. It is frequently used in warnings or advice to discourage gambling.

Unlike some synonyms that might mean "to bet" in a casual or sports context, usually refers to gambling involving money or valuables and often implies a higher risk.

Common Confusion

Avoid confusing with (dǎ), which means "to hit" or "to play" (a game). Although both can appear in contexts involving games, specifically involves betting or gambling.

Example Sentences

他喜欢和朋友们一起赌牌。

Tā xǐhuān hé péngyǒu men yīqǐ dǔ pái.

He likes to gamble cards with his friends.

不要赌你的未来,努力工作才是正道。

Bù yào dǔ nǐ de wèilái, nǔlì gōngzuò cái shì zhèngdào.

Don't gamble with your future; working hard is the right way.

他赌输了所有的钱,现在很后悔。

Tā dǔ shūle suǒyǒu de qián, xiànzài hěn hòuhuǐ.

He lost all his money gambling and now regrets it.