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榿qīalderzg, 14 strokes, radical 木
qī(qi1)qi T1
  1. 1alder
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March 24, 2026

榿qī(qi1)

榿 (qī) refers to the alder tree, which is a type of hardwood commonly found in wetlands. In Chinese culture, the alder is not as commonly referenced as other trees but can symbolize resilience due to its ability to thrive in less than ideal conditions. It is often associated with habitats that support diverse wildlife.

Strokes14Radical木
Cultural note

In traditional Chinese medicine, different trees, including the alder, have been studied for their properties, though the alder specifically is not a major focus. Its presence in wetlands also connects to the importance of water management in Chinese agriculture.

Memory tip

Imagine the character 榿 as a tree (木) with branches (丷) reaching out, representing the alder's adaptability. The 'qī' sound can remind you of someone asking 'Key?' about an important tree in a forest, emphasizing its role in the ecosystem.

Meanings of 榿

qī(qi1)
1alder
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About 榿

榿Simplified
14Strokes
木Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

This character is mainly used in literary contexts or botanical discussions; it is not commonly used in everyday conversation. Be careful not to confuse it with similar-sounding characters like 起 (qǐ), which means 'to rise' or 'to start.'

HSK Study Tips

While 榿 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, it can be useful for learners interested in botany or ecology. Focus on understanding related vocabulary about trees and nature to enhance your contextual understanding.

Common Mistakes

Learners may confuse 榿 with similar characters due to its unique pronunciation and structure. For example, using 起 (qǐ) instead of 榿 in a sentence about trees would be incorrect.

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Etymology of 榿

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

Semantic (meaning)木
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Phonetic (sound)豈
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Origin

榿 = 木 + 豈. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 榿

IDS Structure⿰木豈
榿Full character
=
木Mu4
left
豈qi3
right
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How to say alder in Chinese

“alder” in Chinese is榿qī

榿 (qī) refers to the alder tree, which is a type of hardwood commonly found in wetlands. In Chinese culture, the alder is not as commonly referenced as other trees but can symbolize resilience due to its ability to thrive in less than ideal conditions. It is often associated with habitats that support diverse wildlife.

When to use 榿

This character is mainly used in literary contexts or botanical discussions; it is not commonly used in everyday conversation. Be careful not to confuse it with similar-sounding characters like 起 (qǐ), which means 'to rise' or 'to start.'

What learners get wrong

Learners may confuse 榿 with similar characters due to its unique pronunciation and structure. For example, using 起 (qǐ) instead of 榿 in a sentence about trees would be incorrect.

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Word Family of 榿

Words containing this character2
桤木alder榿木
桤qīalder榿
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Frequently Asked Questions about 榿

It means 'alder,' a type of tree.

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