Stroke order, etymology and audio for every word.Start learning
枸 — pronunciations, definitions, and tags
Hanzi
Pinyin
English
Tags
枸
gōu
a kind of aspen found in Sichuan
n, 9 strokes, radical 木, rank #30561, Very Hard
枸
gōu
Acgle sepiaria
unknown, 9 strokes, radical 木, rank #30561, Very Hard
枸
gōu
Chinese wolfberry (Lycium chinense)
unknown, 9 strokes, radical 木, rank #30561, Very Hard
枸
gōu
Citrus medica
unknown, 9 strokes, radical 木, rank #30561, Very Hard
枸
gǒu
a kind of aspen found in Sichuan
n, 9 strokes, radical 木, rank #30561, Very Hard
枸
gǒu
Acgle sepiaria
unknown, 9 strokes, radical 木, rank #30561, Very Hard
枸
gǒu
Chinese wolfberry (Lycium chinense)
unknown, 9 strokes, radical 木, rank #30561, Very Hard
枸
gǒu
Citrus medica
unknown, 9 strokes, radical 木, rank #30561, Very Hard
枸
jǔ
a kind of aspen found in Sichuan
n, 9 strokes, radical 木, rank #30561, Very Hard
枸
jǔ
Acgle sepiaria
unknown, 9 strokes, radical 木, rank #30561, Very Hard
枸
jǔ
Chinese wolfberry (Lycium chinense)
unknown, 9 strokes, radical 木, rank #30561, Very Hard
枸
jǔ
Citrus medica
unknown, 9 strokes, radical 木, rank #30561, Very Hard
gōu(gou1)gou
primary
T1
1a kind of aspen found in Sichuan
2Acgle sepiaria
Listen to the audio pronunciation 3 times to gain XP
March 24, 2026
枸gōu(gou1)
The character 枸 (gōu) refers to a type of plant commonly associated with various species, including the Chinese wolfberry and a specific kind of aspen prevalent in Sichuan. It is often used in discussions about traditional Chinese medicine and herbal remedies, highlighting its significance in both agriculture and cuisine.
Strokes9Radical木Frequency#30561DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note
In Chinese culture, the Chinese wolfberry is valued not only as a food source but also for its health benefits, often featured in herbal teas and dishes aimed at boosting vitality and longevity.
Memory tip
Imagine a tree (木) adorned with juicy wolfberries (枸) that grow in the lush mountains of Sichuan. The 'gōu' sounds like 'grow,' reminding you of the plant's vitality and connection to nature.
Meanings of 枸
gōu(gou1)
primary
1a kind of aspen found in Sichuan
2Acgle sepiaria
Exercise 1 of 2
By ear
Play it, then pick what 枸 means.
About 枸
枸Simplified
9Strokes
木Radical
名词míngcínoun (n.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank
Podcast: 枸
Podcast: 枸
Listen to Jason & Amy break down this word for you
New here?
AI study notes for 枸
Usage Notes
This character is primarily used in agricultural or medicinal contexts and may not be familiar to all Mandarin speakers. Be mindful of pronunciation, as mispronouncing 'gōu' can lead to confusion with similar-sounding words. It often appears in phrases related to herbal medicine.
HSK Study Tips
While 枸 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it can be useful for learners interested in traditional Chinese medicine. Focus on learning related terms such as 中药 (zhōngyào, traditional Chinese medicine) to build contextual understanding.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 枸 with similar characters. For example, mixing it up with 果 (guǒ, fruit) can lead to incorrect sentences like '我喜欢枸' instead of '我喜欢果' (I like fruit). Always check the context to ensure accuracy.
AI-enhanced 2026-03-24
Pronunciation of 枸
Premium — Locked
Tone practice
Pro
Drill the tone of 枸, say it back, see your pitch against the model voice, and earn XP towards mastery. Interactive tone practice is part of Pro.
Jason looks at what you watch and listen to, the checkpoints you have cleared, our lessons and what you have been exploring, and explains 枸 through them.
Sign in free to make it personal. New accounts start with 200 AI credits.
How well do you know 枸?
Example
Learning Lab
Knowing 枸 is seven skills, not one.
Its meaning, its character, its pinyin, its tone — hearing it, saying it, writing it. The Learning Lab measures each one from your own practice, on every word you study, so you see what you actually know rather than how much you have done.
枸 = 木 + 句. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 枸
IDS Structure⿰木句
枸Full character
=
木Mu4
left
句gou1
right
Exercise 1 of 2
Parts
Which of these is part of 枸?
How to say a kind of aspen found in Sichuan in Chinese
“a kind of aspen found in Sichuan” in Chinese is枸gōu
The character 枸 (gōu) refers to a type of plant commonly associated with various species, including the Chinese wolfberry and a specific kind of aspen prevalent in Sichuan. It is often used in discussions about traditional Chinese medicine and herbal remedies, highlighting its significance in both agriculture and cuisine.
When to use 枸
This character is primarily used in agricultural or medicinal contexts and may not be familiar to all Mandarin speakers. Be mindful of pronunciation, as mispronouncing 'gōu' can lead to confusion with similar-sounding words. It often appears in phrases related to herbal medicine.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 枸 with similar characters. For example, mixing it up with 果 (guǒ, fruit) can lead to incorrect sentences like '我喜欢枸' instead of '我喜欢果' (I like fruit). Always check the context to ensure accuracy.
Write 枸
枸
New here? to save your writing progress and earn XP.
Practice writing 枸 stroke by stroke. Watch the animation to learn the stroke order, then try writing it yourself.
Write correctly 3 times to earn XP
Ask Jason
Have a question about 枸?
Jason answers about this word at your level: example sentences, how it differs from similar words, and a way to remember it.
Sign in free to ask. New accounts start with 200 AI credits.
Word Family of 枸
Words containing this character5
枸gōubent
枸杞genus Lycium
枸橼grapefruit枸櫞
枸骨Chinese holly (Ilex cornuta)
枸橘trifoliate orange (Citrus trifoliata)
Exercise 1 of 4
Words with 枸
What does 枸杞 mean?
Frequently asked questions about 枸
枸 is valued for its health benefits, particularly in boosting immunity and energy.
It is pronounced as 'gōu', with a high and level tone.
It is more specific to herbal and agricultural discussions, so it may not come up frequently in casual conversation.
Jason Recommends
Not sure what to learn after 枸?
Jason picks three words from your level and explains why each one is worth your time next. It takes a free account so he knows what you already know.
A sample week, replayed. Every page you study lands here in the order you did it — your own replay starts with a free account.
