Memory phrase (Mnemonic) for: 考


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Meaning

to check, to verify, to test, to examine

Pronunciation

kǎo

Explanation

At top: old man , below: wound seeweed

Mnemonic

From the ground with a stick the seeweed is checked.

Radicals

to check, to verify
old man
bent stroke(emphasis, accent)
winding seeweed
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Vocabulary

思考 sī kǎo to reflect on; to ponder over
考虑 kǎo lǜ to think over; to consider; consideration
考察 kǎo chá to inspect; to observe and study; on-the-spot investigation
参考 cān kǎo consultation; reference; to consult; to refer
考试 kǎo shì to take an exam; exam
考验 kǎo yàn to test; to put to the test
考核 kǎo hé to examine; to check up on; to assess; to review; appraisal; review; evaluation

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