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March 24, 2026
晬zuì(zui4)
The character 晬 (zuì) specifically refers to a child's first birthday, also known as the 'full moon' or 'one-year-old' celebration. This milestone is significant in Chinese culture, often celebrated with family gatherings and special ceremonies to bless the child and their future.
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Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, celebrating a child's first birthday often includes a 'zhuā zhuā' ceremony, where various items are placed in front of the child to predict their future career or personality, making it a rich cultural event.
Memory Tip
Imagine a bright sun (the top radical) shining down on a happy child (the bottom part), celebrating their first birthday. The sound 'zuì' can remind you of 'zoo,' where children often enjoy their day out, making the connection to their joyful first birthday.
Meanings of 晬
zuì(zui4)
1a child's first birthday
21st birthday of a child
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AI Study Notes for 晬
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a bright sun (the top radical) shining down on a happy child (the bottom part), celebrating their first birthday. The sound 'zuì' can remind you of 'zoo,' where children often enjoy their day out, making the connection to their joyful first birthday.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 晬 (zuì) with similar characters related to age or celebration, such as 生日 (shēngrì) for 'birthday.' This term is used in informal contexts, typically among families and friends when discussing children's milestones.
HSK Study Tips
Although 晬 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it connects with the concept of time and age, which are essential themes in earlier levels. Focus on learning related terms like 生日 (shēngrì) and 周岁 (zhōusuì) to build your vocabulary around birthdays and age.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, celebrating a child's first birthday often includes a 'zhuā zhuā' ceremony, where various items are placed in front of the child to predict their future career or personality, making it a rich cultural event.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly use 晬 (zuì) to refer to birthdays in general rather than specifically a child's first birthday. For example, saying '我今天过晬' (I'm celebrating my birthday today) is incorrect; it should be '我今天过生日'.
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Cultural Notes for 晬
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In Chinese culture, celebrating a child's first birthday often includes a 'zhuā zhuā' ceremony, where various items are placed in front of the child to predict their future career or personality, making it a rich cultural event.
Word Family of 晬
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晬zuì1st birthday of a child
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Frequently Asked Questions about 晬
It is pronounced as 'zuì'.
It's a major milestone that symbolizes health and growth, often celebrated with family gatherings.
Yes, there are various customs, including the 'zhuā zhuā' ceremony to predict the child's future.
