unknown, 5 strokes, radical 纟, rank #28742, Very Hard
jiū(jiu1) T1
1to gather together
2to investigate
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March 24, 2026
纠(糺)jiū(jiu1)
The character 纠 (jiū) primarily means to gather together, investigate, or correct something. It is commonly used in contexts where one needs to resolve a problem or clarify a situation, and it often implies a sense of entanglement or confusion that needs to be unraveled.
Strokes5Radical纟Frequency#28742DifficultyVery Hard
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, the concept of 纠正 (to correct) is often associated with self-improvement and accountability, reflecting the Confucian value of learning from mistakes and making necessary corrections in one's behavior.
Memory Tip
Imagine a detective (investigator) gathering clues that are tangled together. The character 纠 visually suggests a knot, representing the complexity that needs to be sorted out. Remember, 'jiū' sounds like 'jew,' and you can picture a jeweler carefully untangling a necklace.
Meanings of 纠
jiū(jiu1)
1to gather together
2to investigate
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About 纠
纠Simplified
糺Traditional
5Strokes
纟Radical
状态词stative word (stat.)Part of Speech
#28742Frequency Rank
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AI Study Notes for 纠
Quick Contrast
纠 (jiū) vs 理 (lǐ) — use 纠 when emphasizing correction or resolution of a problem, while 理 is more about organizing or managing a situation.
Usage Notes
Learners often confuse 纠 with similar characters like 纠缠 (jiūchán) meaning 'entangle'. It's used in both formal and informal contexts, but clarity in tone is crucial; ensure to pronounce it with a rising tone (first tone). Common collocations include 纠正 (jiūzhèng) meaning 'to correct'.
HSK Study Tips
While 纠 is not part of the official HSK vocabulary, it connects to HSK Level 4 words like 纠正 (to correct) or 纠纷 (dispute). Students should focus on its usage in phrases and common expressions to deepen understanding.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mispronounce 纠 as if it were in a different tone, leading to misunderstandings. For instance, saying 'jiǔ' (which means 'nine') instead of 'jiū' can change the meaning entirely.
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Simplified form of 糾. Phonosemantic compound. 糹 represents the meaning and 丩 represents the sound. Originally written as 丩, a pictograph of two ropes entangled together.
Memory Hint
To connect 丩 threads 纟; 丩 also provides the pronunciation
Simplified form of 糾. Phonosemantic compound. 糹 represents the meaning and 丩 represents the sound. Originally written as 丩, a pictograph of two ropes entangled together.
1The giveawayTo connect 丩 threads 纟; 丩 also provides the pronunciation
2On the record asideographic — someone drew an idea rather than an object.
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Exercise 1 of 1
Character Formation Type
What type of character formation is 纠?
Decomposition of 纠
IDS Structure⿰纟丩
纠Full Character
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纟si1
left
丩jiu1
right
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Identify the Components
Which of these is a component of 纠?
How to say to gather together in Chinese
“to gather together” in Chinese is纠jiū
The character 纠 (jiū) primarily means to gather together, investigate, or correct something. It is commonly used in contexts where one needs to resolve a problem or clarify a situation, and it often implies a sense of entanglement or confusion that needs to be unraveled.
When to use 纠
Learners often confuse 纠 with similar characters like 纠缠 (jiūchán) meaning 'entangle'. It's used in both formal and informal contexts, but clarity in tone is crucial; ensure to pronounce it with a rising tone (first tone). Common collocations include 纠正 (jiūzhèng) meaning 'to correct'.
纠 or something close to it
纠 (jiū) vs 理 (lǐ) — use 纠 when emphasizing correction or resolution of a problem, while 理 is more about organizing or managing a situation.
What learners get wrong
Learners often mispronounce 纠 as if it were in a different tone, leading to misunderstandings. For instance, saying 'jiǔ' (which means 'nine') instead of 'jiū' can change the meaning entirely.
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Grammar Patterns of 纠
纠 carries 7 distinct meanings. Below you'll find the patterns that show how it combines with other words, plus example sentences pulled directly from native usage.
