wu4弧
Jyutpingwu4
Yalewùh
Definition
An arc; a curve or curved line.
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How it's used
Primarily used in geometry and technical contexts, this term is rarely encountered in casual daily conversation. It functions as a formal noun rather than a descriptive adjective for curved shapes. When describing general curves or bends in everyday life, speakers prefer using 彎.
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tiu4條tìuhRelated words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 弧度, which refers specifically to radians in trigonometry. Using 弧 to describe a general bend or a winding road will sound overly academic or unnatural.
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