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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
槭qìmaple treezg, 15 strokes, radical 木, rank #49982, Very Hard
槭qìmapleunknown, 15 strokes, radical 木, rank #49982, Very Hard
槭qìalso pr. [zu2]unknown, 15 strokes, radical 木, rank #49982, Very Hard
槭qìTaiwan pr. [cu4]unknown, 15 strokes, radical 木, rank #49982, Very Hard
槭qīmaple treezg, 15 strokes, radical 木, rank #49982, Very Hard
槭qīmapleunknown, 15 strokes, radical 木, rank #49982, Very Hard
槭qīalso pr. [zu2]unknown, 15 strokes, radical 木, rank #49982, Very Hard
槭qīTaiwan pr. [cu4]unknown, 15 strokes, radical 木, rank #49982, Very Hard
qī(qi1)qi
primary
T1
  1. 1maple tree
  2. 2maple
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March 24, 2026

槭qī(qi1)

The character 槭 (qī) refers to the maple tree, which is known for its vibrant autumn foliage. This term is primarily used in contexts related to nature, botany, or as a symbol of beauty and change in seasons, particularly in Chinese poetry and literature.

Strokes15Radical木Frequency#49982DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural note

In Chinese culture, maple trees are often associated with the beauty of change and the fleeting nature of life, as reflected in poetry and art. The vibrant red leaves of the maple are celebrated during autumn festivals, symbolizing the transition between seasons.

Memory tip

Imagine a tall tree with bright red leaves swaying in the autumn breeze. The left part of the character, 木 (mù), represents a tree, while the right part, which resembles a hill, suggests the height of a maple tree standing tall. Remember 'qī' sounds like 'key,' as if the vibrant color of the maple leaves could unlock the beauty of autumn.

Meanings of 槭

qī(qi1)
primary
1maple tree
2maple
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槭Simplified
15Strokes
木Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
#—Frequency Rank

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Usage Notes

Be mindful that the pronunciation can vary regionally, especially in Taiwan where it may be pronounced as [cu4]. This character is more formal and might not be commonly used in everyday conversation, so it’s often found in literary contexts. Pair it with words like '树' (shù, tree) for clearer communication.

HSK Study Tips

Although 槭 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, it is beneficial for learners interested in nature-related vocabulary. Focus on related terms within the HSK framework, such as '树' (shù, tree) and '叶' (yè, leaf), to build a broader understanding of botany-related words.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse the pronunciation of 槭 with similar-sounding characters, leading to misunderstandings. For example, saying 'qi' instead of the correct 'qī' can alter the meaning in conversation.

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Etymology of 槭

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

tree

Semantic (meaning)木
+
Phonetic (sound)戚
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Origin

槭 = 木 + 戚. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 槭

IDS Structure⿰木戚
槭Full character
=
木Mu4
left
戚qi1
right
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Parts

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How to say maple tree in Chinese

“maple tree” in Chinese is槭qì

The character 槭 (qī) refers to the maple tree, which is known for its vibrant autumn foliage. This term is primarily used in contexts related to nature, botany, or as a symbol of beauty and change in seasons, particularly in Chinese poetry and literature.

When to use 槭

Be mindful that the pronunciation can vary regionally, especially in Taiwan where it may be pronounced as [cu4]. This character is more formal and might not be commonly used in everyday conversation, so it’s often found in literary contexts. Pair it with words like '树' (shù, tree) for clearer communication.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse the pronunciation of 槭 with similar-sounding characters, leading to misunderstandings. For example, saying 'qi' instead of the correct 'qī' can alter the meaning in conversation.

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Grammar patterns of 槭

槭 carries 4 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.

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____糖浆是用糖槭树中提取的树液制成的。

Maple syrup is made from sap extracted from the sugar maple tree.

Example sentences for 槭 (1)

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槭糖浆是用糖槭树中提取的树液制成的。

qī táng jiāng shì yòng táng qī shù zhōng tíqǔ de shù yè zhìchéng de。

Maple syrup is made from sap extracted from the sugar maple tree.

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Word Family of 槭

Words containing this character2
槭qīmaple
槭树maple槭樹
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Words with 槭

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Frequently asked questions about 槭

No, 槭 is more commonly found in literature and discussions about botany rather than in everyday speech.

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