unknown, 8 strokes, radical 氵, rank #40813, Very Hard
shù(shu4) T4
1a river in Shantung province
2river in Shandong
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March 24, 2026
沭shù(shu4)
The character 沭 (shù) specifically refers to a river located in Shandong province, China. It is used primarily in geographical contexts and to denote local features in this region, reflecting the importance of rivers in Chinese culture and geography.
Strokes8Radical氵Frequency#40813DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
Rivers like the 沭 play a significant role in Chinese agriculture and culture, often being seen as lifelines for communities. Such rivers are celebrated in Chinese poetry and art, symbolizing abundance and sustenance.
Memory Tip
Think of the character 沭 as a flowing river (the water radical氵) running through Shandong (the 'Sh' sound in 'shù'). You can imagine the river nurturing the land as it flows, reminding you of its significance.
Meanings of 沭
shù(shu4)
1a river in Shantung province
2river in Shandong
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About 沭
沭Simplified
8Strokes
氵Radical
地名míngcíplace name (p.n.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 沭
Memory Mnemonic
Think of the character 沭 as a flowing river (the water radical氵) running through Shandong (the 'Sh' sound in 'shù'). You can imagine the river nurturing the land as it flows, reminding you of its significance.
Usage Notes
Since 沭 is a proper noun, it should be used in contexts discussing geography or local features, and may not be commonly used in casual conversation. A common mistake is to confuse it with similar-sounding words; ensure you remember its specific context.
HSK Study Tips
Although 沭 is not part of the HSK curriculum, understanding it can enhance your geographical vocabulary and awareness of place names in China. Focus on the context in which it is used, especially in relation to rivers and provinces.
Cultural Note
Rivers like the 沭 play a significant role in Chinese agriculture and culture, often being seen as lifelines for communities. Such rivers are celebrated in Chinese poetry and art, symbolizing abundance and sustenance.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 沭 with other similar-sounding characters like 书 (shū, book) due to their phonetic similarities. Remember that 沭 specifically denotes a river, while 书 refers to literature.
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Cultural Notes for 沭
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Rivers like the 沭 play a significant role in Chinese agriculture and culture, often being seen as lifelines for communities. Such rivers are celebrated in Chinese poetry and art, symbolizing abundance and sustenance.
Word Family of 沭
Words Containing This Character5
沭shùriver in Shandong
沭阳Shuyang County in Suqian 宿遷|宿迁[Sùqiān], Jiangsu沭陽
沭阳县Shuyang County in Suqian 宿遷|宿迁[Sùqiān], Jiangsu沭陽縣
临沭县Linshu county in Linyi 臨沂|临沂[Línyí], Shandong臨沭縣
临沭Linshu county in Linyi 臨沂|临沂[Línyí], Shandong臨沭
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Frequently Asked Questions about 沭
It refers specifically to a river in Shandong province.
