gou1睪𠬤
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Yalegōu
Definition
Testicle.
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How it's used
The character 睪 is almost exclusively used in the compound 睪丸 to refer to the anatomical organ. It is a formal, medical term that you would encounter in a doctor's office or a biology textbook. In casual, everyday speech, people prefer to use more colloquial or vulgar terms depending on the social context.
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Common mistake
Avoid using this term in casual conversation with friends, as it sounds overly clinical and stiff. Using it in a social setting can make you sound like you are reading from a medical report.
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Grammar guides
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