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March 24, 2026
丵zhuó(zhuo2)
The character 丵 (zhuó) refers to thick grass or a bushy area, often used as a component in other Chinese characters to convey the idea of vegetation or density. It is not commonly used as a standalone word but can be found in compound characters related to nature or plant life.
Strokes10Radical丨Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese gardening and poetry, thick grass or bushes symbolize abundance and natural beauty, often celebrated in classical literature and art as a sign of prosperity.
Memory Tip
Imagine a thick bush where the character 丵 resembles two large tufts of grass standing together. The pronunciation 'zhuó' can be remembered by picturing a 'jaw' (sounds like 'zhuó') chomping on the lush greenery of the bush.
Meanings of 丵
zhuó(zhuo2)
1thick (grass)
2thick grass
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丵Simplified
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非语素字non-morpheme character (n-m.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a thick bush where the character 丵 resembles two large tufts of grass standing together. The pronunciation 'zhuó' can be remembered by picturing a 'jaw' (sounds like 'zhuó') chomping on the lush greenery of the bush.
Usage Notes
When using 丵 in compound characters, ensure you understand the additional meanings it may convey. This character is more formal and literary, so it may not be frequently used in casual conversation.
HSK Study Tips
While 丵 is not part of the standard HSK vocabulary, it connects to other nature-related words that might appear in HSK levels. Focus on recognizing its role as a component in characters like 草 (cǎo, grass) to enhance your understanding of related terms.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese gardening and poetry, thick grass or bushes symbolize abundance and natural beauty, often celebrated in classical literature and art as a sign of prosperity.
Common Mistakes
Learners might confuse 丵 with similar characters like 毛 (máo, hair) due to their appearance. Remember that 丵 relates specifically to thick grass or bushy areas, while 毛 refers to hair or fur.
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Cultural Notes for 丵
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In traditional Chinese gardening and poetry, thick grass or bushes symbolize abundance and natural beauty, often celebrated in classical literature and art as a sign of prosperity.
Word Family of 丵
Words Containing This Character1
丵zhuóthick grass
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Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 丵
No, 丵 is rarely used on its own in conversation and primarily serves as a component in other characters.
Characters such as 草 (cǎo, grass) and 茂 (mào, lush) include 丵 as a part of their structure.
