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HanziPinyinEnglishTags
瓿bùvase, pot, jarg, 12 strokes, radical 瓦
瓿bùa kind of vase (old)unknown, 12 strokes, radical 瓦
bù(bu4)bu T4
  1. 1vase, pot, jar
  2. 2a kind of vase (old)
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March 24, 2026

瓿bù(bu4)

The character 瓿 (bù) refers to a type of vase, pot, or jar, often with historical or artistic significance. It is less commonly used in modern language, mostly appearing in literary contexts or when discussing traditional Chinese ceramics. This character may also refer to a specific style of vase found in ancient Chinese art.

Strokes12Radical瓦
Cultural note

The character 瓿 is associated with traditional Chinese pottery and vases, which often play a significant role in Chinese art and culture, reflecting the craftsmanship of ancient dynasties. Such vases are commonly displayed in homes or museums as symbols of cultural heritage.

Memory tip

Imagine a beautiful old vase (瓿) standing on a sturdy table (the radical 瓦 suggests the shape and function of containers). The sound 'bù' can be remembered by thinking of a 'beautiful' vase that is 'brought' to the table, making it easier to recall both its pronunciation and meaning.

Meanings of 瓿

bù(bu4)
1vase, pot, jar
2a kind of vase (old)
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About 瓿

瓿Simplified
12Strokes
瓦Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
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Usage Notes

While 瓿 can be used in both formal and informal contexts, it is more commonly found in literary texts. Learners should be cautious with tones as 'bù' can be confused with words that have different meanings in Mandarin. Common collocations include 安瓿 (ānbù), which refers to an ampoule or vial.

HSK Study Tips

Although 瓿 is not included in the HSK vocabulary list, it is beneficial for learners at higher levels to understand it in the context of Chinese art and culture. Students should focus on recognizing the character and its usage in traditional contexts, as well as connecting it to other characters related to ceramics.

Common Mistakes

Learners often confuse 瓿 with other similar characters, such as 瓦 (wǎ), which means 'tile' or 'roof'. For example, mixing them up in writing can lead to confusion about the meaning. It's crucial to remember the context in which 瓿 is used, primarily in artistic or historical discussions.

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Etymology of 瓿

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

pottery

Semantic (meaning)瓦
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Phonetic (sound)咅
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Origin

瓿 = 瓦 + 咅. What kind of character does that make it?

Decomposition of 瓿

IDS Structure⿰咅瓦
瓿Full character
=
咅pou3
left
瓦wa3
right
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Parts

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How to say vase, pot, jar in Chinese

“vase, pot, jar” in Chinese is瓿bù

The character 瓿 (bù) refers to a type of vase, pot, or jar, often with historical or artistic significance. It is less commonly used in modern language, mostly appearing in literary contexts or when discussing traditional Chinese ceramics. This character may also refer to a specific style of vase found in ancient Chinese art.

When to use 瓿

While 瓿 can be used in both formal and informal contexts, it is more commonly found in literary texts. Learners should be cautious with tones as 'bù' can be confused with words that have different meanings in Mandarin. Common collocations include 安瓿 (ānbù), which refers to an ampoule or vial.

What learners get wrong

Learners often confuse 瓿 with other similar characters, such as 瓦 (wǎ), which means 'tile' or 'roof'. For example, mixing them up in writing can lead to confusion about the meaning. It's crucial to remember the context in which 瓿 is used, primarily in artistic or historical discussions.

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Word Family of 瓿

Words containing this character2
瓿bùampoule (loanword)
安瓿ampoule (loanword)
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Words with 瓿

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Frequently asked questions about 瓿

No, 瓿 is rarely used in everyday conversation and is more commonly found in historical or artistic contexts.

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