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March 24, 2026
砌qì(qi4)
The character 砌 (qì) refers to the act of piling up or building, particularly with materials like stones or bricks. It is commonly used in contexts involving construction, such as building walls, stone steps, or other structures, emphasizing the methodical placement of materials to create sturdy forms.
Strokes9Radical石Frequency#20768DifficultyHard
Cultural Note
The concept of building with stone has deep historical roots in China, evidenced by ancient structures like the Great Wall and traditional stone bridges, reflecting the importance of durability and craftsmanship in Chinese architecture.
Memory Tip
Imagine a skilled mason named Qi who meticulously piles stones to create a beautiful wall. The left part of the character, 石 (shí), represents 'stone,' while the right part indicates the action of building or stacking. Picture Qi's strong hands carefully arranging each stone, ensuring they fit perfectly together.
Meanings of 砌
qì(qi4)
1to pile up, to build; stone steps; rock wall
2to build by laying bricks or stones
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Quick Contrast
砌 (qì) vs 堆 (duī) — use 砌 when emphasizing methodical construction, while 堆 focuses on simply piling up materials without a structured approach.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a skilled mason named Qi who meticulously piles stones to create a beautiful wall. The left part of the character, 石 (shí), represents 'stone,' while the right part indicates the action of building or stacking. Picture Qi's strong hands carefully arranging each stone, ensuring they fit perfectly together.
Usage Notes
Common mistakes include confusing 砌 (qì) with similar-sounding characters. Remember that 砌 specifically refers to the act of building with stones or bricks, not just any kind of construction. It is more frequently used in formal or technical contexts rather than casual conversation.
HSK Study Tips
Though 砌 is not included in the HSK levels, students at this stage should focus on vocabulary relating to construction and building. Understanding this character can help learners connect with other related terms in the context of architecture and physical structures.
Cultural Note
The concept of building with stone has deep historical roots in China, evidenced by ancient structures like the Great Wall and traditional stone bridges, reflecting the importance of durability and craftsmanship in Chinese architecture.
Common Mistakes
Learners often misuse 砌 by applying it to non-physical constructions, such as ideas or concepts. For example, saying '我砌一个计划' (I build a plan) is incorrect; use 建 instead: '我建一个计划'.
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Grammar Patterns of 砌
砌 carries 2 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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墙坍塌了，露出____在里面的维多利亚时代的壁炉。
The wall caved in to reveal a blocked-up Victorian fireplace.
Example Sentences for 砌 (10)
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墙坍塌了，露出砌在里面的维多利亚时代的壁炉。
qiáng tān tā le， ， lòu chū qì zài lǐ miàn de wéi duō lì yà shí dài de bì。
The wall caved in to reveal a blocked-up Victorian fireplace.
On South Main Street, a huge brick building looms into view.
3
我们的邻居把墙砌得很高.
wǒ mén de lín jū bǎ qiáng qì dé hěn gāo.
Our neighbours built their walls high.
4
这所房子是一幢造型美观的四层砖砌建筑物。
zhè suǒ fáng zǐ shì yī chuáng zào xíng měi guān de sì céng zhuān qì jiàn zhù wù。
The house was a handsome four-story brick structure.
5
近河边砌有石凳, 建有护栏, 大树成阴.
jìn hé biān qì yǒu shí dèng, , jiàn yǒu hù, lán , dà shù.
Assemble a stone bench near the river, built a fence, tree shade.
6
窗外的雪不住的在下,扯棉搓絮一般, 绿瓦上匀整的堆砌上几道雪沟.
chuāng wài de xuě bù zhù de zài xià, , chě mián cuō xù yī, bān , lǜ wǎ shàng yún zhěng de duī qì shàng jī dào.
Outside the windows snow fell like balls of cotton wool, piling over the green - glazed roof - files.
7
不过, 在乌尔和渴石的苏美尔人的建筑物中,有用砖砌成的粗大的柱子.
bù guò, , zài wū ěr hé kě shí de sū měi ěr rén de jiàn zhù wù, zhōng , yǒu yòng zhuān qì chéng de cū dà de.
There are, however, massive brick pillars in Sumerian buildings at Ur and at Kish.
8
路程好象是漫无尽头似的, 沿途经过了不少住得拥挤不堪的郊区砖砌矮房子.
lù chéng hǎo xiàng shì màn wú jìn tóu sì de, , yán tú jīng guò le bù shǎo zhù dé yōng jǐ bù kān de jiāo qū zhuān qì ǎi fáng.
Its route seemed interminable, through the low, brick, suburban, populous va stness.
9
他偶然发现了这座红砖砌成的森然高耸的医院。
tā ǒu rán fā xiàn le zhè zuò hóng zhuān qì chéng de sēn rán gāo sǒng de yī yuàn。
He came upon the hulking redbrick hospital.
10
从事铺地砌墙的公司
cóng shì pū dì qì qiáng de gōng sī
a firm that does paving and walling
Cultural Notes for 砌
🏮Cultural insight
The concept of building with stone has deep historical roots in China, evidenced by ancient structures like the Great Wall and traditional stone bridges, reflecting the importance of durability and craftsmanship in Chinese architecture.
Word Family of 砌
Words Containing This Character6
砌qìto build by laying bricks or stones
堆砌duīqìto pack
砌块building block砌塊
砌砖to lay bricks砌磚
铺砌to pave鋪砌
砌末stage props
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Compound Meaning
What does 砌 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 砌
砌 (qì) specifically refers to building with stones or bricks, while 建 (jiàn) is a more general term for building or constructing any structure.
Generally, 砌 is used literally for physical construction; however, it could be metaphorically applied in contexts discussing building relationships or ideas.
