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椆chóua species of tree resistant to cold weatherzg, 12 strokes, radical 木
椆chóuspecies of tree resistant to cold weatherunknown, 12 strokes, radical 木
chóu(chou2)chou T2
  1. 1a species of tree resistant to cold weather
  2. 2species of tree resistant to cold weather
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March 24, 2026

椆chóu(chou2)

The character 椆 (chóu) refers to a type of tree that is known for its cold resistance. Commonly found in colder climates, this tree is valued for its durability and resilience, making it an important species in forest ecosystems.

Strokes12Radical木
Cultural note

In traditional Chinese culture, certain trees are associated with resilience and endurance, reflecting the values of strength in adversity, which is exemplified by the 椆 tree's ability to withstand harsh climates.

Memory tip

Imagine a strong tree standing tall against a snowy backdrop, its branches resilient and unbending. The character 椆 has the radical '木' (tree) which hints at its meaning, and '丷' looks like branches reaching out, reinforcing the idea of a sturdy tree.

Meanings of 椆

chóu(chou2)
1a species of tree resistant to cold weather
2species of tree resistant to cold weather
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椆Simplified
12Strokes
木Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

This term is somewhat formal and specific, often used in botanical contexts rather than casual conversation. Learners might confuse it with more common tree-related terms; focus on its uniqueness in describing cold-resistant species.

HSK Study Tips

Although not part of the HSK vocabulary, understanding 椆 can enhance your botanical vocabulary, which is useful for HSK Level 5 and above. It connects to other tree-related words, allowing learners to build a thematic vocabulary.

Common Mistakes

Learners may mistakenly use 椆 interchangeably with more general terms for trees like 树. Remember, 椆 specifically refers to a cold-resistant species, not just any tree.

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Etymology of 椆

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

tree

Semantic (meaning)木
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Phonetic (sound)周
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Origin

椆 = 木 + 周. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 椆

IDS Structure⿰木周
椆Full character
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木Mu4
left
周Zhou1
right
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How to say a species of tree resistant to cold weather in Chinese

“a species of tree resistant to cold weather” in Chinese is椆chóu

The character 椆 (chóu) refers to a type of tree that is known for its cold resistance. Commonly found in colder climates, this tree is valued for its durability and resilience, making it an important species in forest ecosystems.

When to use 椆

This term is somewhat formal and specific, often used in botanical contexts rather than casual conversation. Learners might confuse it with more common tree-related terms; focus on its uniqueness in describing cold-resistant species.

What learners get wrong

Learners may mistakenly use 椆 interchangeably with more general terms for trees like 树. Remember, 椆 specifically refers to a cold-resistant species, not just any tree.

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Word Family of 椆

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椆chóuspecies of tree resistant to cold weather

Frequently asked questions about 椆

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