Meaning and Usage
"哆嗦" (duōsuō) primarily means to tremble or shiver, often due to cold, fear, or nervousness. It describes involuntary shaking of the body or parts of it.
Common Contexts
It is frequently used to express physical reactions to cold weather or emotional states like fear and anxiety. For example, people might say "哆嗦" when they are freezing or extremely nervous.
Collocations and Patterns
- 哆嗦着说话: trembling while speaking, showing nervousness or fear.
- 哆嗦得厉害: trembling severely, emphasizing the intensity.
- 全身哆嗦: whole body trembling, often from cold or fear.
Nuances
Using 哆嗦 implies a visible, often uncontrollable shaking. It is more vivid than simply saying "shiver" and often conveys a sense of vulnerability or discomfort.
Common Confusion
Do not confuse 哆嗦 with 抖 (dǒu), which also means to shake but can be used more broadly, including voluntary shaking or shaking objects. 哆嗦 is more about involuntary trembling of the body.