To voice a grievance or accusation to an authority.
To tell, state, pour out feelings, complain, or sue. Speech (讠) joined with 斥 (denounce/push away): words that push out a complaint.
诉
Common Usage & Traps
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单用诉字使用常见词组组词（如双音节词）In spoken Chinese, single characters like 诉 usually pair into compound words rather than standing alone.
What is the core visual insight behind 诉 (sù)?
Words (讠) pushing away (斥) a grievance or complaint.
Understanding the internal components of 诉 unlocks rapid recall across related compound words.
Appears in Stories 2 stories
Ever wondered where old Beijing's tea-drinking culture has gone? Follow a visitor discovering why locals now avoid famous tea houses—and practice expressing surprise and comparisons in Chinese along the way.
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前天有个朋友 告诉 我，要想了解老北京的文化，应该去老茶馆喝一次"大碗儿茶"。
Discover how a simple letter from a cookie seller led to an unexpected friendship with a famous scholar. This heartwarming story explores kindness and connection across social divides.
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元真 告诉 胡之适说，他的鼻子里也长了一个差不多的东西。
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