unknown, 9 strokes, radical 土, rank #74627, Very Hard
垡
fá
upturned soil
unknown, 9 strokes, radical 土, rank #74627, Very Hard
垡
fá
(used in place names)
unknown, 9 strokes, radical 土, rank #74627, Very Hard
fá(fa2) T2
1to plow; place name
2to turn the soil
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March 24, 2026
垡fá(fa2)
The character 垡 (fá) primarily refers to the action of plowing or turning the soil, typically in the context of agriculture. It can also denote upturned soil and is often found in place names across China, indicating areas that are associated with farming or cultivation.
Strokes9Radical土Frequency#74627DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, agriculture has been the backbone of society for thousands of years, and characters like 垡 reflect the importance of farming practices and the relationship between people and the land.
Memory Tip
Imagine a farmer turning the soil with a plow (the meaning of 垡). The character has the radical 土 (earth) at the bottom, representing soil, and the top part can be imagined as a person working hard in the field, making it easier to remember its meaning and pronunciation.
Meanings of 垡
fá(fa2)
1to plow; place name
2to turn the soil
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土Radical
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a farmer turning the soil with a plow (the meaning of 垡). The character has the radical 土 (earth) at the bottom, representing soil, and the top part can be imagined as a person working hard in the field, making it easier to remember its meaning and pronunciation.
Usage Notes
When using 垡, it is often in a more formal context related to agriculture. Common mistakes include confusing it with similar-sounding characters; ensure to use the correct tone and context to avoid misunderstandings. It often collocates with terms related to farming.
HSK Study Tips
Although 垡 is not part of the formal HSK vocabulary, it connects to HSK Level 2 words like 土 (tǔ - earth) and 耕 (gēng - to plow). Students should focus on understanding agricultural terms and their usage in everyday contexts.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, agriculture has been the backbone of society for thousands of years, and characters like 垡 reflect the importance of farming practices and the relationship between people and the land.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 垡 with similar characters like 塌 (tā - to collapse) due to the similar structure. Make sure to practice the pronunciation and context to distinguish them clearly.
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Cultural Notes for 垡
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In Chinese culture, agriculture has been the backbone of society for thousands of years, and characters like 垡 reflect the importance of farming practices and the relationship between people and the land.
Word Family of 垡
Words Containing This Character1
垡fáupturned soil
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Frequently Asked Questions about 垡
Common phrases include 垡土 (fátǔ - plowed soil) and 垡地 (fádì - plowed land).
It is less common in daily conversation but may appear in discussions about agriculture or in specific place names.
The correct pronunciation is fá, with a rising tone.
