unknown, 11 strokes, radical 木, rank #59586, Very Hard
桲
po
quince
zg, 11 strokes, radical 木, rank #59586, Very Hard
桲
po
flail
unknown, 11 strokes, radical 木, rank #59586, Very Hard
po(po5)
primary
T5
1quince
2flail
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March 24, 2026
桲po(po5)
桲 (pō) refers to the quince fruit, which is often used in traditional Chinese cuisine, particularly in desserts and jams. Additionally, it can mean a flail, a tool used for threshing grain, emphasizing its agricultural significance in certain contexts.
Strokes11Radical木Frequency#59586DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, quince is often associated with traditional desserts and is valued for its flavor and health benefits. It is also used in folk medicine, showcasing the deep connection between food and health in Chinese traditions.
Memory Tip
Imagine a big, round quince hanging from a branch resembling a large, heavy flail. The character 桲 has the木 (wood) radical, linking it to trees and fruits, while the 'po' sound can remind you of 'pudding,' as quince is often turned into sweet desserts.
Meanings of 桲
po(po5)
primary
1quince
2flail
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About 桲
桲Simplified
11Strokes
木Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a big, round quince hanging from a branch resembling a large, heavy flail. The character 桲 has the木 (wood) radical, linking it to trees and fruits, while the 'po' sound can remind you of 'pudding,' as quince is often turned into sweet desserts.
Usage Notes
桲 is not commonly used in everyday conversation, so it may be more relevant in literary or agricultural contexts. Be cautious with pronunciation, as mispronouncing the tone can confuse it with other characters. Common collocations include '桲的果实' (the fruit of the quince).
HSK Study Tips
Although 桲 is not part of the HSK vocabulary lists, it connects to HSK vocabulary related to fruits and agriculture. Learners should focus on recognizing the character's components and understanding its agricultural significance.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, quince is often associated with traditional desserts and is valued for its flavor and health benefits. It is also used in folk medicine, showcasing the deep connection between food and health in Chinese traditions.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 桲 with similar-sounding characters like 泼 (pō), which means 'to splash.' Always remember that 桲 refers specifically to quince or a flail, whereas 泼 relates to liquid actions.
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Cultural Notes for 桲
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In Chinese culture, quince is often associated with traditional desserts and is valued for its flavor and health benefits. It is also used in folk medicine, showcasing the deep connection between food and health in Chinese traditions.
Word Family of 桲
Words Containing This Character1
桲poflail
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Frequently Asked Questions about 桲
桲 is primarily used to make jams and desserts in Chinese cuisine.
桲 is not widely used in everyday conversation and is more likely to appear in literary or agricultural contexts.
