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March 24, 2026
卓zhuó(Zhuo2)
卓 (zhuó) is a character that conveys the meaning of being outstanding, profound, or lofty. It is often used to describe excellence in various contexts, such as talent, achievements, or intellect. As a surname, 卓 is also common in Chinese-speaking communities.
Strokes8Radical十Frequency#12855DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note
卓 is associated with the idea of excellence and is often used in educational settings, reflecting the cultural value placed on achievement and intellectual prowess in Chinese society.
Memory tip
Imagine a tall and lofty mountain peak, representing excellence that stands above all others. The character 卓 features the 'table' radical (卓) at the bottom, suggesting something that stands out prominently, just like a table stands out in a room.
Meanings of 卓
zhuó(Zhuo2)
1outstanding
2profound, lofty, brilliant
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About 卓
卓Simplified
8Strokes
十Radical
人名míngcíproper noun (pr.n.)Part of Speech
#12855Frequency Rank
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Quick Contrast
卓 (zhuó) vs 优 (yōu): Use 卓 for a sense of outstanding or lofty quality, while 优 emphasizes superiority or excellence in a more general sense.
Usage Notes
卓 is often used in formal contexts, such as academic or professional environments, to highlight achievements. Common collocations include '卓越' (outstanding) and '卓识' (profound insight). Be careful with tone, as mispronouncing it could lead to confusion with other similar-sounding words.
HSK Study Tips
Although 卓 is not listed in the current HSK levels, it connects to concepts of excellence found in HSK vocabulary. Students should focus on its pronunciation and context to distinguish it from other words with similar tones.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 卓 with similar-sounding words, such as '拙' (zhuó), which means clumsy or awkward. Remember that 卓 has a positive connotation related to excellence, while '拙' is negative.
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卓 (zhuó) is a character that conveys the meaning of being outstanding, profound, or lofty. It is often used to describe excellence in various contexts, such as talent, achievements, or intellect. As a surname, 卓 is also common in Chinese-speaking communities.
When to use 卓
卓 is often used in formal contexts, such as academic or professional environments, to highlight achievements. Common collocations include '卓越' (outstanding) and '卓识' (profound insight). Be careful with tone, as mispronouncing it could lead to confusion with other similar-sounding words.
卓 or something close to it
卓 (zhuó) vs 优 (yōu): Use 卓 for a sense of outstanding or lofty quality, while 优 emphasizes superiority or excellence in a more general sense.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 卓 with similar-sounding words, such as '拙' (zhuó), which means clumsy or awkward. Remember that 卓 has a positive connotation related to excellence, while '拙' is negative.
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Grammar patterns of 卓
卓 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.
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公司在降低成本方面付出了艰苦____绝的努力。
The company has made heroic efforts at cost reduction.
Example sentences for 卓 (9)
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公司在降低成本方面付出了艰苦卓绝的努力。
gōngsī zài jiàngdī chéngběn fāngmiàn fùchū le jiānkǔ zhuó jué de nǔlì。
The company has made heroic efforts at cost reduction.
2
开始演奏前, 哈利先行调好他的班卓琴.
kāishǐ yǎnzòu qián, Hā lì xiān xíng diào hǎo tā de bān zhuó qín.
Before he began to play, Harry tuned up his banjo.
