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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
璩qúsurname Quunknown, 17 strokes, radical 王
璩qújade ring; jade earring; surnamenr, 17 strokes, radical 王
qú(Qu2)qu T2
  1. 1surname Qu
  2. 2jade ring; jade earring; surname
Also a Chinese surname, Qu — see the Surname Dictionary
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March 24, 2026

璩qú(Qu2)

The character 璩 (qú) primarily refers to items made of jade, such as jade rings or earrings. It can also serve as a surname, particularly the surname Qu. In contexts relating to jewelry or family names, it carries a sense of elegance and tradition associated with jade in Chinese culture.

Strokes17Radical王
Cultural note

Jade has a significant place in Chinese culture, often symbolizing purity and moral integrity. The use of jade in jewelry like rings and earrings reflects traditional values and is frequently associated with auspiciousness in Chinese weddings.

Memory tip

Imagine a beautiful jade ring (璩) sitting on a soft velvet cushion. The round shape of the ring resembles the rounded form of the character, and the 'q' in 'qu' can remind you of 'jewelry' that starts with a similar sound.

Meanings of 璩

qú(Qu2)
1jade ring; jade earring; surname
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About 璩

璩Simplified
17Strokes
王Radical
人名míngcíproper noun (pr.n.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

While 璩 is not commonly used in everyday conversation, it can appear in literary or historical contexts. It is important to note that it is a proper noun and should be used with care in formal settings when referencing the surname or jade items. Ensure proper pronunciation to avoid confusion with similar-sounding characters.

HSK Study Tips

As 璩 is not part of the HSK vocabulary list, learners at the HSK level may focus on related words such as 玉 (yù), which means 'jade.' Understanding the cultural significance of jade in Chinese society can enhance comprehension of this character.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 璩 with similar characters, such as 取 (qǔ), which means 'to take.' For example, saying '我璩这个' instead of '我取这个' when trying to say 'I take this' is incorrect.

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Etymology of 璩

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

jade

Semantic (meaning)王
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Phonetic (sound)豦
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Origin

璩 = 王 + 豦. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 璩

IDS Structure⿰王豦
璩Full character
=
王Wang2
left
豦ju4
right
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Parts

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How to say surname Qu in Chinese

“surname Qu” in Chinese is璩qú

The character 璩 (qú) primarily refers to items made of jade, such as jade rings or earrings. It can also serve as a surname, particularly the surname Qu. In contexts relating to jewelry or family names, it carries a sense of elegance and tradition associated with jade in Chinese culture.

When to use 璩

While 璩 is not commonly used in everyday conversation, it can appear in literary or historical contexts. It is important to note that it is a proper noun and should be used with care in formal settings when referencing the surname or jade items. Ensure proper pronunciation to avoid confusion with similar-sounding characters.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 璩 with similar characters, such as 取 (qǔ), which means 'to take.' For example, saying '我璩这个' instead of '我取这个' when trying to say 'I take this' is incorrect.

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Word Family of 璩

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璩qúsurname Qu

Frequently asked questions about 璩

It is not commonly used in everyday conversation, primarily appearing in literary contexts or as a surname.

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