Meanings of 柩
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AI Study Notes for 柩
Imagine a 'jew' holding a 'coffin' made of wood (the radical 木, meaning 'wood') while standing in a somber setting. The sound 'jiù' can remind you of the serious tone associated with funerals.
柩 is a formal term typically used in literature or during solemn occasions. A common mistake is using it casually in everyday conversation, which is inappropriate. Remember that it often appears in phrases related to death and burial.
Although 柩 is not part of the standard HSK vocabulary, it is important for learners interested in cultural or historical texts. Students should focus on understanding its context and associations with death and funerals, as these themes may appear in advanced studies.
In Chinese culture, funerals are conducted with great reverence, and the choice of a coffin (柩) reflects the family's respect for the deceased. The character is associated with the traditional practices surrounding death and the afterlife.
Learners often confuse 柩 with less formal terms for coffin, using it in inappropriate contexts. For example, saying 柩 in a casual setting instead of using 盒子 (hézi) for a box is incorrect.
Pronunciation of 柩
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Etymology of 柩
A wooden 木 coffin 匛; 匛 also provides the pronunciation
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Decomposition of 柩
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Grammar Patterns of 柩
柩 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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灵____上覆盖着英国国旗。
The coffin had been draped in a Union Jack.
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Cultural Notes for 柩
In Chinese culture, funerals are conducted with great reverence, and the choice of a coffin (柩) reflects the family's respect for the deceased. The character is associated with the traditional practices surrounding death and the afterlife.
In Western cultures, coffins are often personalized and can vary widely in style and presentation, reflecting individual preferences, whereas in Chinese culture, there is a stronger emphasis on traditional forms and rituals related to the deceased.
Word Family of 柩
Compound Meaning
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Frequently Asked Questions about 柩
Yes, but it is mostly found in formal or literary contexts rather than everyday conversation.