Common Meanings
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hòu厚
Refers to the distance between the top and bottom surfaces of a flat object, indicating its thickness.
这块木板很厚，你需要更长的螺丝。
This wooden board is very thick; you'll need longer screws.
Thick; having a large distance between the top and bottom surfaces of a flat object, opposite of 'thin'.
这张纸很厚，适合用来画水彩。
This paper is very thick, suitable for watercolor painting.
Deep, profound, or great (especially regarding hopes or expectations); rich; generous.
他肩负着父母的厚望，努力学习
Carrying his parents' high hopes, he studies diligently.
Kind-hearted; generous; not mean-spirited in treating others, often implying sincerity and tolerance.
他为人很厚道，总是乐于帮助别人。
He is a very kind-hearted person, always happy to help others.
To favor, to emphasize one over another; to attach importance to.
老师不应该厚此薄彼，对待所有学生都应一视同仁。
Teachers should not favor some students over others, but treat all students equally.