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March 24, 2026
傅fù(Fu4)
The character 傅 (fù) primarily means 'tutor' or 'teacher,' indicating someone who educates or assists others in learning. It is also used as a surname in Chinese culture. In certain contexts, it can imply assistance or support in various forms, often associated with the transmission of knowledge.
Strokes12Radical亻Frequency#29419DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, the role of a 傅 (tutor) was highly respected, often seen as a critical figure in a child's education, especially in Confucian contexts. This character reflects the value placed on education and mentorship in Chinese society.
Memory Tip
Imagine a wise old man (the character 傅) sitting under a tree, tutoring students. The top part (亻) represents a person, while the bottom (傅) sounds like 'fu,' which can remind you of 'foolproof' guidance provided by a good teacher.
Meanings of 傅
fù(Fu4)
1tutor
2tutor, teacher; to assist; surname
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About 傅
傅Simplified
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亻Radical
人名míngcíproper noun (pr.n.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 傅
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a wise old man (the character 傅) sitting under a tree, tutoring students. The top part (亻) represents a person, while the bottom (傅) sounds like 'fu,' which can remind you of 'foolproof' guidance provided by a good teacher.
Usage Notes
Be careful to use 傅 in educational contexts, as it might not be suitable for informal settings. Common collocations include '傅教' (fù jiào) meaning 'to tutor' and '傅学' (fù xué) meaning 'to assist in study.' Watch out for tone mistakes; the first tone (fù) is crucial.
HSK Study Tips
Although 傅 is not officially part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects with HSK Level 3 words like 教 (jiào, to teach) and 学 (xué, to learn). Focus on the context of education and tutoring when learning this character.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese culture, the role of a 傅 (tutor) was highly respected, often seen as a critical figure in a child's education, especially in Confucian contexts. This character reflects the value placed on education and mentorship in Chinese society.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 傅 with similar characters like 付 (fù, to pay), leading to misunderstandings. Remember that 傅 specifically relates to teaching and tutoring, not financial transactions.
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Grammar Patterns of 傅
傅 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
Master Zhang's cooking skills are impeccable — everything he makes is delicious.
Common Confusions with 傅
傅vs付
fù
Similar sound and shape, but different meanings.
傅vs夫
fū
Similar pronunciation but different meanings.
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Example Sentences for 傅 (2)
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他要同那些不让学徒吃饱的师傅打仗.
tā yào tóng nà xiē bù ràng xué tú chī bǎo de shī fù dǎ zhàng.
He wanted to fight the masters who starved their appretices.
2
他要同那些不让学徒吃饱的师傅斗争.
tā yào tóng nà xiē bù ràng xué tú chī bǎo de shī fù dǒu zhēng.
He wanted to fight the masters who starved their apprentices.
Cultural Notes for 傅
🏮Cultural insight
In traditional Chinese culture, the role of a 傅 (tutor) was highly respected, often seen as a critical figure in a child's education, especially in Confucian contexts. This character reflects the value placed on education and mentorship in Chinese society.
Word Family of 傅
Words Containing This Character6
师傅shīfumaster師傅
傅fùsurname Fu
傅作义Fu Zuoyi (1895-1974), Guomindang general, subsequently PRC top general and politician傅作義
傅立叶Charles Fourier (French sociologist and socialist, 1772-1837)傅立葉
Some phrases that include 傅 (fù) are '傅教' (fù jiào), meaning 'tutoring' or 'teaching', and '傅家' (fù jiā), which can refer to the Fu family. These phrases highlight the character's use in educational contexts.
Yes, 傅 (Fù) is a recognized surname in China, though it is not among the most common ones. People with this surname can be found across various regions of China.
You can use 傅 (fù) in a sentence like '他是我的傅' (tā shì wǒ de fù), which means 'He is my tutor.' This shows the character being used in the context of someone who provides education or guidance.
傅 (fù) primarily means 'tutor' or 'teacher'. It can also refer to the surname Fu, which is common in Chinese-speaking regions. Additionally, it conveys the idea of assisting or aiding someone.
No, while 傅 is commonly a surname, it also means 'tutor' or 'teacher' and can refer to someone who assists in education.
The correct pronunciation is fù, with a falling tone, which is crucial for its meaning.
It's more appropriate in formal or educational contexts; for casual conversations, consider using simpler terms for 'teacher'.
