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March 24, 2026
崒cuì(cui4)
The character 崒 (cuì) refers to rocky peaks or lofty mountain areas that often convey a sense of danger or ruggedness. It is commonly used in poetic contexts to describe jagged mountain landscapes that are both impressive and intimidating due to their sheer height and steepness.
Strokes11Radical山Frequency#—DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese literature, mountains are often symbolic of strength and resilience, and 崒 embodies the beauty and danger of nature. The character is frequently used in poetry to evoke imagery of majestic yet treacherous mountain ranges.
Memory Tip
Think of the character 崒 as a mountain (山) rising high with a jagged edge, resembling a rocky peak. The pronunciation 'cuì' sounds like 'sway,' which you might imagine doing while precariously balancing on a rocky ledge.
Meanings of 崒
cuì(cui4)
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1rocky peaks; lofty; dangerous
2jagged mountain peaks (poetic)
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崒Simplified
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AI Study Notes for 崒
Memory Mnemonic
Think of the character 崒 as a mountain (山) rising high with a jagged edge, resembling a rocky peak. The pronunciation 'cuì' sounds like 'sway,' which you might imagine doing while precariously balancing on a rocky ledge.
Usage Notes
Be cautious when using 崒, as it carries a poetic and somewhat formal tone, making it less suitable for everyday conversation. Common collocations include phrases describing landscapes and nature. Ensure to pronounce it correctly to avoid confusion with similar-sounding words.
HSK Study Tips
Although 崒 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects with words related to nature and geography, such as 山 (mountain) and 高 (tall). Focus on understanding its usage in literature or descriptive contexts, which can enhance your vocabulary related to landscapes.
Cultural Note
In Chinese literature, mountains are often symbolic of strength and resilience, and 崒 embodies the beauty and danger of nature. The character is frequently used in poetry to evoke imagery of majestic yet treacherous mountain ranges.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 崒 with similar characters like 高 (tall) or 山 (mountain) due to their related meanings, leading to incorrect usage in descriptions. For example, saying '这是一个崒的山' (This is a 崒 mountain) is incorrect; the proper usage would focus on the rugged aspect, like '这座山崒.'
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Cultural Notes for 崒
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In Chinese literature, mountains are often symbolic of strength and resilience, and 崒 embodies the beauty and danger of nature. The character is frequently used in poetry to evoke imagery of majestic yet treacherous mountain ranges.
Frequently Asked Questions about 崒
It's primarily used in poetic contexts to describe rocky and lofty mountain peaks, rather than in everyday conversation.
The pronunciation is 'cuì,' similar to the English word 'sway' but with a different intonation.
