Meanings of 磙
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AI Study Notes for 磙
Imagine a big stone (石) rolling (滚) over a field to flatten it, helping crops grow. The character 磙 has the stone radical (石) on the left, reminding you that it involves a stone roller used in farming.
While 磙 is specific and may not be widely used in contemporary conversation, it is important to understand its agricultural context. Avoid confusing it with similar-sounding words like 滚 (gǔn), which means 'to roll' in a more general sense. This word is typically used in formal or technical discussions rather than casual conversation.
Since 磙 is not included in the HSK levels, it may not be essential for beginner learners. However, understanding this word can enrich your vocabulary related to agriculture, connecting to other words like 土 (tǔ, soil) and 耕 (gēng, to plow). Focus on pronunciation and the context in which it is used.
In traditional Chinese agriculture, leveling fields with a stone roller was crucial for effective irrigation and crop cultivation, highlighting the importance of farming practices in Chinese history and culture.
Learners often confuse 磙 with 滚, using it incorrectly in sentences like '我把书磙了' (I rolled the book), which should actually use 滚. Remember, 磙 is specifically about stone rollers.
Pronunciation of 磙
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Etymology of 磙
stone
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Decomposition of 磙
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Grammar Patterns of 磙
磙 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 3 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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橄榄被石____碾成了酱。
The olives are crushed to a pulp by stone rollers.
Example Sentences for 磙 (1)
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The olives are crushed to a pulp by stone rollers.
Cultural Notes for 磙
In traditional Chinese agriculture, leveling fields with a stone roller was crucial for effective irrigation and crop cultivation, highlighting the importance of farming practices in Chinese history and culture.
Word Family of 磙
Compound Meaning
What does 石磙 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 磙
It is pronounced as gǔn, with a rising tone.
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