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March 24, 2026
埗bù(bu4)
The character 埗 (bù) refers to a jetty or wharf, a structure where boats dock for loading and unloading goods. It can also denote a port city or trading hub, emphasizing its role in commerce and transportation. This term is often used in contexts related to maritime trade and transportation infrastructure.
Strokes10Radical土Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, ports and trading hubs have historically been vital for economic development and cultural exchange. Cities like Shanghai and Guangzhou, which have significant ports, have played crucial roles in China's trade history.
Memory Tip
Imagine a large 'B' boat (bù) pulling up to a sturdy dock (the character 埗), where it unloads goods. The '土' radical at the bottom suggests a solid foundation, representing the stability necessary for a wharf. Visualize this sturdy dock bustling with activity to remember its meaning.
Meanings of 埗
bù(bu4)
1jetty, quay; port city, trade hub
2wharf
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埗Simplified
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土Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a large 'B' boat (bù) pulling up to a sturdy dock (the character 埗), where it unloads goods. The '土' radical at the bottom suggests a solid foundation, representing the stability necessary for a wharf. Visualize this sturdy dock bustling with activity to remember its meaning.
Usage Notes
Learners should note that 埗 (bù) is more commonly used in written Chinese. A common mistake is to confuse it with similar-sounding words that refer to different types of structures or places. Be careful with the tones; using the wrong tone can lead to misunderstandings.
HSK Study Tips
Though not part of the HSK vocabulary, 埗 (bù) connects to words related to transportation and trade, such as 港口 (gǎngkǒu, port) and 船 (chuán, ship). Students should focus on recognizing the context in which this word appears, especially in discussions of commerce.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, ports and trading hubs have historically been vital for economic development and cultural exchange. Cities like Shanghai and Guangzhou, which have significant ports, have played crucial roles in China's trade history.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 埗 (bù) with similar characters like 布 (bù, cloth) due to pronunciation. For example, saying '我去布' instead of '我去埗' when intending to refer to a port is a common error.
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Cultural Notes for 埗
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In Chinese culture, ports and trading hubs have historically been vital for economic development and cultural exchange. Cities like Shanghai and Guangzhou, which have significant ports, have played crucial roles in China's trade history.
Word Family of 埗
Words Containing This Character1
埗bùwharf
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Compound Meaning
What does 埗 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 埗
It means jetty or wharf, referring to a structure where boats dock.
It's more commonly found in written texts, especially those discussing trade and transport.
The pronunciation is 'bù', with a fourth tone, which is a falling tone.
