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March 24, 2026
墀chí(chi2)
The character 墀 (chí) refers to a porch or a set of steps leading into a building, often associated with the courtyard of a traditional Chinese home. It signifies both the physical structure and the entrance area, which serves as a transition between the outside and inside, embodying cultural notions of hospitality and welcome.
Strokes15Radical土Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese architecture, the courtyard (院) and porch (增) are vital for social interaction and family gatherings, reflecting the importance of communal spaces in Chinese culture.
Memory Tip
Think of 墀 (chí) as a 'chilly' entrance to a home, where you step up onto a porch. The left part '土' (earth) suggests a solid ground, while the right part, resembling a step, indicates movement towards the door. Imagine stepping up onto a chilly porch for a warm welcome.
Meanings of 墀
chí(chi2)
1porch; courtyard; steps leading into a building
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Memory Mnemonic
Think of 墀 (chí) as a 'chilly' entrance to a home, where you step up onto a porch. The left part '土' (earth) suggests a solid ground, while the right part, resembling a step, indicates movement towards the door. Imagine stepping up onto a chilly porch for a warm welcome.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 墀 with similar terms that refer to different types of entrances or porches. It is generally used in more formal contexts when describing traditional architecture. Common collocations include '前增' (front porch) or '庭院增' (courtyard steps).
HSK Study Tips
Although not part of the HSK vocabulary, 墀 relates to architectural terms prevalent in HSK Level 4. Students should focus on understanding related characters like '门' (door), and '院' (courtyard) to build a more comprehensive vocabulary around home and structure.
Cultural Note
In traditional Chinese architecture, the courtyard (院) and porch (增) are vital for social interaction and family gatherings, reflecting the importance of communal spaces in Chinese culture.
Common Mistakes
Learners might confuse 墀 with the more general term '门' (door) when referring to entrances. For instance, saying '我在门上坐' (I sit on the door) should be corrected to '我在增上坐' (I sit on the porch).
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Cultural Notes for 墀
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In traditional Chinese architecture, the courtyard (院) and porch (增) are vital for social interaction and family gatherings, reflecting the importance of communal spaces in Chinese culture.
Word Family of 墀
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墀chícourtyard
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Frequently Asked Questions about 墀
It means porch or steps leading into a building, often associated with courtyards.
You can use it in contexts discussing traditional Chinese homes, for example, '这个增很大' (This porch is very large).
It is less commonly used in day-to-day conversation but is relevant in discussions about architecture or traditional settings.
