揣摩

• 拼音: chuǎi mó
• 汉字拆解: 揣 = 扌 (hand) + 耑 (phonetic) = to estimate; 摩 = 麻 (hemp) + 手 (hand) = to rub, to study

含义

To try to figure out; to ponder; to fathom. To carefully consider and attempt to understand something unclear.

Often used when trying to understand someone's thoughts, intentions, or the deeper meaning of something. Implies careful, prolonged consideration. Common in literary analysis, psychology, and interpersonal contexts.

例句

1. 演员需要仔细揣摩角色的内心世界。
2. 他花了很长时间揣摩老板话里的意思。
3. 这首诗的意境需要静下心来慢慢揣摩。

用法指南

语境: literary, artistic, interpersonal

语气: thoughtful

正确说法

• 好的翻译需要揣摩原作者的意图。(Good translation requires understanding the original author's intent.)
• 他总是在揣摩如何讨好上司。(He's always trying to figure out how to please his superiors.)

错误说法

• 我揣摩了一下这道数学题 (For solving math problems, use 思考 or 研究 — 揣摩 is for understanding meaning or intentions)

起源与历史

Compound of 揣 (to estimate, measure by hand) and 摩 (to rub, to study carefully). Together they suggest feeling one's way to understanding.

文化背景

世代: All ages

社会背景: Universal