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搋chuāito thumpv, 13 strokes, radical 扌
搋chuāito kneadunknown, 13 strokes, radical 扌
搋chuāito rubunknown, 13 strokes, radical 扌
搋chuāito clear a drain with a pumpunknown, 13 strokes, radical 扌
搋chuāito conceal sth in one's bosomunknown, 13 strokes, radical 扌
搋chuāito carry sth under one's coatunknown, 13 strokes, radical 扌
chuāi(chuai1)chuai T1
  1. 1to thump
  2. 2to knead
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March 24, 2026

搋chuāi(chuai1)

The character 搋 (chuāi) primarily means 'to thump' or 'to knead,' often referring to the action of pressing or massaging something. It can also imply clearing a blockage, such as in a drain, or concealing an object, typically in one's clothing. This word is versatile in usage, often found in both literal and metaphorical contexts.

Strokes13Radical扌
Cultural note

In traditional Chinese medicine, actions resembling 搋, such as kneading, are common in therapies and massages aimed at improving health and relieving tension. This highlights the cultural significance of physical touch and care in Chinese wellness practices.

Memory tip

Imagine a person thumping their chest to show confidence while hiding a secret beneath their coat. The character 搋 is composed of the hand radical 扌 (shǒu), indicating action, and the character 載 (zài), suggesting carrying. Visualize 'thumping' and 'concealing' as you remember the pronunciation 'chuāi.'

Meanings of 搋

chuāi(chuai1)
1to thump
2to knead
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搋Simplified
13Strokes
扌Radical
动词dòngcíverb (v.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

Be cautious of the contexts in which you use 搋, as it can sometimes imply a forceful action, which may not always be appropriate in formal settings. Common collocations include 搋水 (chuāi shuǐ - to pump water) and 搋衣 (chuāi yī - to conceal clothing). Ensure you use the correct tone, as mispronouncing it can lead to confusion with other similar-sounding words.

HSK Study Tips

Although 搋 is not part of the standard HSK vocabulary, it connects to other action-related verbs. At the same level, students should focus on verbs of movement and manipulation, such as 打 (dǎ - to hit) and 搓 (cuō - to rub). Understanding the nuances of action verbs will enhance your comprehension of Chinese.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 搋 with similar-sounding verbs. For example, using 搓 (cuō - to rub) instead of 搋 in phrases like 搋水 is incorrect. Always remember the specific meanings to avoid such errors.

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Etymology of 搋

Formation typepictophonetic
六书 ClassificationPhono-semantic (形声字)~80-90% of characters
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hand

Semantic (meaning)扌
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Phonetic (sound)虒
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Origin

搋 = 扌 + 虒. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 搋

IDS Structure⿰扌虒
搋Full character
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扌shou3
left
虒si1
right
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How to say to thump in Chinese

“to thump” in Chinese is搋chuāi

The character 搋 (chuāi) primarily means 'to thump' or 'to knead,' often referring to the action of pressing or massaging something. It can also imply clearing a blockage, such as in a drain, or concealing an object, typically in one's clothing. This word is versatile in usage, often found in both literal and metaphorical contexts.

When to use 搋

Be cautious of the contexts in which you use 搋, as it can sometimes imply a forceful action, which may not always be appropriate in formal settings. Common collocations include 搋水 (chuāi shuǐ - to pump water) and 搋衣 (chuāi yī - to conceal clothing). Ensure you use the correct tone, as mispronouncing it can lead to confusion with other similar-sounding words.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 搋 with similar-sounding verbs. For example, using 搓 (cuō - to rub) instead of 搋 in phrases like 搋水 is incorrect. Always remember the specific meanings to avoid such errors.

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Word Family of 搋

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搋chuāito knead

Frequently asked questions about 搋

Common phrases include 搋水 (to pump water) and 搋衣 (to conceal clothing).

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