Meanings of 槐
By ear
Play it, then pick what 槐 means.
About 槐
Podcast: 槐
Podcast: 槐
Listen to Jason & Amy break down this word for you
New here?
AI Study Notes for 槐
槐 is used primarily in formal contexts, such as literature and botany. Common mistakes include confusing it with other tree characters like 树 (shù), which is a more general term for 'tree.' Remember that 槐 specifically refers to a type of tree.
Although 槐 is not included in the HSK vocabulary lists, it connects to topics about nature and plants, which are prevalent in lower levels. Focus on recognizing tree-related characters and how they often signify cultural or historical importance.
Learners often confuse 槐 with similar characters like 树 (shù), leading to incorrect contexts. For example, saying '我喜欢槐' (I like locust trees) is correct when talking about this specific tree, but using 树 in place of 槐 would be incorrect if specifying the type.
Pronunciation of 槐
Drill the tone of 槐 with AI-powered exercises, get instant feedback, and earn XP toward mastery. Interactive tone practice is part of Pro.
Jason Explains 槐 to You
Let me explain 槐 for you
Make it yours
Jason looks at what you watch and listen to, the checkpoints you have cleared, our lessons and what you have been exploring, and explains 槐 through them.
Sign in free to make it personal. New accounts start with 215 AI credits.
How Well Do You Know 槐?
Learning Lab
Knowing 槐 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.
- MeaningFree
- CharacterFree
- PinyinFree
- TonePro
- ListeningPro
- SpeakingPro
- WritingPro
Etymology of 槐
Phonosemantic compound. 木 represents the meaning and 鬼 represents the sound.
tree
Origin
槐 = 木 + 鬼. What kind of character does that make it?
Decomposition of 槐
Parts
Which of these is part of 槐?
How to say locust tree in Chinese
“locust tree” in Chinese is槐
槐 (huái) refers to the locust tree, specifically the Chinese scholar tree or the Japanese pagoda tree. This tree is valued for its shade and its beautiful flowers, often found in parks and along streets in China. The character can also symbolize resilience and endurance due to the tree's hardiness in various environments.
When to use 槐
槐 is used primarily in formal contexts, such as literature and botany. Common mistakes include confusing it with other tree characters like 树 (shù), which is a more general term for 'tree.' Remember that 槐 specifically refers to a type of tree.
What learners get wrong
Learners often confuse 槐 with similar characters like 树 (shù), leading to incorrect contexts. For example, saying '我喜欢槐' (I like locust trees) is correct when talking about this specific tree, but using 树 in place of 槐 would be incorrect if specifying the type.
Write 槐
New here? to save your writing progress and earn XP.
Practice writing 槐 stroke by stroke. Watch the animation to learn the stroke order, then try writing it yourself.
Ask Jason
Have a question about 槐?
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 215 AI credits.
Word Family of 槐
Words with 槐
What does 洋槐 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 槐
槐 means 'locust tree' or 'Chinese scholar tree' in English.
Jason Recommends
Not sure what to learn after 槐?
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.