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to hold; to hug; to embrace; to cherish (a hope)
HSK 4
Pronunciation
抱4
Fourth tone: falling
Tone marks follow the source pinyin. Listen to the complete word to practise connected pronunciation.
Usage in this example
Used as a verb meaning to hold a child in one's arms, or figuratively to harbor great hope for the future.
Example sentence
她抱着孩子轻轻哼歌。
She held the child in her arms and hummed softly.
