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March 24, 2026
俛fǔ(fu3)
The character 俛 (fǔ) conveys the meaning of making an effort or striving toward a goal. It is often used in contexts where someone is encouraged to exert themselves or to bear down in order to achieve something significant. This character carries a sense of determination and exhortation.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the emphasis on hard work and perseverance is deeply rooted, often reflected in sayings and proverbs that encourage diligence, such as '一分耕耘，一分收获' (you reap what you sow). The character 俛 embodies this value of striving for success.
Memory Tip
Imagine a person with an earnest expression, leaning slightly forward as they prepare to tackle a challenging task. The left part of 俛 resembles a person (亻) focusing intently, while the right part (冗) suggests the effort needed to push through obstacles.
Meanings of 俛
fǔ(fu3)
primary
1to make an effort, to endeavor; to bear down
2to exhort
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俛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 person with an earnest expression, leaning slightly forward as they prepare to tackle a challenging task. The left part of 俛 resembles a person (亻) focusing intently, while the right part (冗) suggests the effort needed to push through obstacles.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 俛 with similar characters like 勉 (miǎn), which also means to encourage or make an effort but has a slightly different connotation. This word is more formal and may not be commonly used in everyday conversation, but it is prevalent in literary or motivational contexts.
HSK Study Tips
俛 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, but understanding it can enhance your comprehension of more complex phrases that involve effort and determination. Focus on recognizing its components to help remember its meaning.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the emphasis on hard work and perseverance is deeply rooted, often reflected in sayings and proverbs that encourage diligence, such as '一分耕耘，一分收获' (you reap what you sow). The character 俛 embodies this value of striving for success.
Common Mistakes
Learners sometimes confuse 俛 with 勉 (miǎn), leading to incorrect usage in contexts related to encouragement. For instance, saying '我俛你努力' (I exhort you to try) is incorrect; it should be '我勉你努力.'
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Cultural Notes for 俛
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In Chinese culture, the emphasis on hard work and perseverance is deeply rooted, often reflected in sayings and proverbs that encourage diligence, such as '一分耕耘，一分收获' (you reap what you sow). The character 俛 embodies this value of striving for success.
Word Family of 俛
Words Containing This Character1
俛fǔto exhort
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What does 俛 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 俛
俛 is pronounced as fǔ, with a falling-rising tone.
While it can be used, 俛 is more commonly found in formal writing or literature instead of casual dialogue.
There are no widely recognized idioms directly using 俛, but it is often part of phrases encouraging hard work.
