unknown, 13 strokes, radical 鱼, rank #39390, Very Hard
sū(su1) T1
1to revive; to rise again
2archaic variant of 蘇|苏[su1]
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March 24, 2026
稣(穌)sū(su1)
The character 稣 (sū) means 'to revive' or 'to rise again.' It is an archaic variant of the more commonly used character 蘇 (sū), which also carries the meaning of revival or awakening, often used in literary or poetic contexts to convey the idea of coming back to life or rejuvenation.
Strokes13Radical鱼Frequency#39390DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of revival is often associated with nature and the changing seasons, particularly in poetry that reflects the beauty of spring as a time for rebirth and renewal.
Memory Tip
Imagine a seed (the radical 禾) sprouting and rising (the character's top part 田 resembles a sprouting plant) from the earth, symbolizing revival. The pronunciation 'sū' can be linked to the sound of a soft breeze, which brings life and freshness to the world around us.
Meanings of 稣
sū(su1)
1to revive; to rise again
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About 稣
稣Simplified
穌Traditional
13Strokes
鱼Radical
语素morpheme (morph.)Part of Speech
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AI Study Notes for 稣
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蘇 (sū) - use this entry when referring to the more common character for revival or awakening in modern contexts.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a seed (the radical 禾) sprouting and rising (the character's top part 田 resembles a sprouting plant) from the earth, symbolizing revival. The pronunciation 'sū' can be linked to the sound of a soft breeze, which brings life and freshness to the world around us.
Usage Notes
稣 is rarely used in modern contexts and is mostly found in classical literature. Learners should be cautious not to confuse it with the more frequently used 蘇 (sū), which is more appropriate for everyday conversation. Be mindful of the tone when pronouncing this character, as mispronunciation may lead to confusion with other homophones.
HSK Study Tips
While 稣 is not part of the HSK vocabulary, understanding it can enhance comprehension of classical texts. Students should focus on how it connects with more commonly used characters like 蘇 and explore their shared themes of revival and life.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of revival is often associated with nature and the changing seasons, particularly in poetry that reflects the beauty of spring as a time for rebirth and renewal.
Common Mistakes
Learners often confuse 稣 with 蘇, using it in contexts where the latter is more appropriate. For example, saying '我希望能稣活我的梦想' instead of '我希望能蘇活我的梦想' (I hope to revive my dreams).
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Grammar Patterns of 稣
稣 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.
Exercise 1 of 4
Complete the Sentence
我们将耶____置于历史环境中来看是很重要的。
It is important that we put Jesus into the context of history.
I lapsed in my 20s, returned to it, then lapsed again, while writing the life of historical Jesus.
Cultural Notes for 稣
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, the concept of revival is often associated with nature and the changing seasons, particularly in poetry that reflects the beauty of spring as a time for rebirth and renewal.
Word Family of 稣
Words Containing This Character4
耶稣Jesus耶穌
稣sūto revive穌
耶稣会The Jesuits (Society of Jesus)耶穌會
耶稣教Protestantism耶穌教
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Compound Meaning
What does 耶稣 mean?
Frequently Asked Questions about 稣
No, 稣 is considered an archaic variant and is not commonly used in contemporary language.
It is closely related to 蘇 (sū), which is used more frequently to convey similar meanings of revival.
It's advisable to use 蘇 instead of 稣 in daily conversations, as it is more widely recognized.
