Gūpì describes a reclusive and eccentric personality that actively or passively avoids social harmony.
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- Refers to a reclusive, unsociable, and often eccentric personality.
- Carries a negative connotation suggesting social withdrawal or eccentricity.
- Describes a stable character trait rather than a temporary mood.
Overview
“孤僻”是一个常用来描述性格特征的贬义或中性偏贬义的形容词。它不仅表示一个人喜欢独处，更强调这种行为源于性格上的不合群或古怪。1) 概述：在汉语语境中，“孤僻”往往与“古怪”联系在一起，形成“孤僻古怪”一词。它描述的是一种主动或被动地与他人保持距离的状态。2) 用法模式：该词最常见的用法是修饰“性格”、“性情”或直接形容人。它可以作定语（如：孤僻的孩子）或谓语（如：他变得越来越孤僻）。3) 常见语境：多用于文学作品中塑造特定的人物形象，或在心理学讨论中描述社交退缩行为。在日常生活中，如果评价一个人“孤僻”，通常意味着认为此人难以沟通或不近人情。4) 近义词辨析：“孤僻”与“内向”不同，内向是中性的心理倾向，而孤僻强调社交的隔绝和性格的异样；与“孤独”也不同，“孤独”更多是一种临时的情感状态，而“孤僻”是长期的性格特征。此外，要注意它与形容地理位置的“偏僻”区分开来，“孤僻”只用于形容人的性格。
Examples
他性格孤僻，总是独来独往。
everydayHe has a reclusive personality and always keeps to himself.
长期离群索居的生活使他变得愈发孤僻。
formalLiving in isolation for a long time made him increasingly unsociable.
别那么孤僻，多参加点集体活动。
informalDon't be so anti-social; participate in more group activities.
孤僻性格的形成往往与童年经历有关。
academicThe formation of a reclusive personality is often related to childhood experiences.
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
性情孤僻
unsociable temperament
孤僻的人
a reclusive person
Often Confused With
Introverted (neutral). It describes where one gets energy, while 'gūpì' implies a negative social avoidance.
Remote (referring to places). 'Gūpì' is only for people/personalities, never for locations.
Grammar Patterns
How to Use It
Usage Notes
The word 'gūpì' is almost always used to describe a person's character (性格). It is stronger than 'shy' (害羞) and more negative than 'quiet' (文静). It suggests a level of social maladjustment.
Common Mistakes
Do not use 'gūpì' to describe a place that is far away; use 'piānpì' instead. Also, avoid using it to mean 'lonely' (gūdú), as 'gūpì' is a trait, not a feeling.
Tips
Distinguish between personality and temporary state
Use 'gūpì' for long-term character traits. For a temporary feeling of being alone, use 'gūdú' (lonely) instead.
Be careful with social sensitivity
Calling someone 'gūpì' can be offensive as it implies they are weird or socially defective.
Social harmony in Chinese culture
In collectivist Chinese culture, being 'gūpì' is often viewed as a significant flaw because it disrupts group cohesion.
Word Origin
'Gū' (孤) means alone or orphaned. 'Pì' (僻) means remote, low-class, or deviant. Together, they describe a personality that deviates from the social norm by being isolated.
Cultural Context
In China, where family and social networks (guānxi) are vital, being 'gūpì' is often seen as a disadvantage for personal and professional success.
Memory Tip
Think of the character '孤' (alone/orphan) and '僻' (remote/unusual). A 'gūpì' person is like a remote, isolated island that doesn't want visitors.
Frequently Asked Questions
4 questions是的，它通常带有贬义。它不仅指一个人孤独，还暗示其性格古怪、难以与人相处。
内向是中性词，指能量倾向于内心；孤僻是负面词，强调由于性格怪异而导致的不合群。
不可以。形容地方偏远应该用“偏僻”，而“孤僻”只能用来形容人的性格。
可以，但通常带有自嘲或自我分析的意味，表示意识到自己不擅长或不愿社交。
Test Yourself
自从父母去世后，他的性格变得越来越___，不再参加任何社交活动。
此处形容性格不合群且不愿社交，用“孤僻”最合适。“孤独”是情感，“偏僻”指地方，“独立”是褒义词。
选择正确的句子：
A项应为“偏僻”；B项“孤僻”不是一种心情；D项“孤僻”不能形容环境。
他 / 变得 / 越来越 / 离群索居 / 性格 / 孤僻 / 的 / 由于
“由于...，...”是常用的因果结构，性格孤僻是原因，离群索居是结果。
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Summary
Gūpì describes a reclusive and eccentric personality that actively or passively avoids social harmony.
- Refers to a reclusive, unsociable, and often eccentric personality.
- Carries a negative connotation suggesting social withdrawal or eccentricity.
- Describes a stable character trait rather than a temporary mood.
Distinguish between personality and temporary state
Use 'gūpì' for long-term character traits. For a temporary feeling of being alone, use 'gūdú' (lonely) instead.
Be careful with social sensitivity
Calling someone 'gūpì' can be offensive as it implies they are weird or socially defective.
Social harmony in Chinese culture
In collectivist Chinese culture, being 'gūpì' is often viewed as a significant flaw because it disrupts group cohesion.
Examples
4 of 4他性格孤僻，总是独来独往。
He has a reclusive personality and always keeps to himself.
长期离群索居的生活使他变得愈发孤僻。
Living in isolation for a long time made him increasingly unsociable.
别那么孤僻，多参加点集体活动。
Don't be so anti-social; participate in more group activities.
孤僻性格的形成往往与童年经历有关。
The formation of a reclusive personality is often related to childhood experiences.
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This Word in Other Languages
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一下儿
A1a bit, a moment
点儿
A1a little bit
有点儿
A1a little, somewhat (negative connotation)
一下
A2A bit; a moment (used after a verb).
异样
B1different; unusual; strange
关于
A1about, concerning
快要
A2to be about to (happen)
大约
B1Used to show that a number or amount is not exact; approximately.
上边
A2above, on top
上面
A1on, above, over
